Immunity-Boosting Foods
Monsoon is here and so are the diseases. The change in season can result in various viral infections, flus and poor health conditions.
The tricky season can lead to various health problems like sore throat, itchy nose, sneeze, ceaseless cough, common cold, and many water-borne diseases like typhoid, gastroenteritis, food poisoning, diarrhoea, malaria and dengue.
While regular exercising and staying hydrated is important, it is crucial to consume the right foods to strengthen your immunity and beat the illness this season.
Dolly Kumar, founder and director of Gaia; Eesha Kanade, Obino’s health coach; Luke Coutinho, MD in alternative medicine & holistic nutritionist; and holistic health guru Dr Mickey Mehta share a list of best immunity-boosting foods that will keep you healthy.ThinkStock Photos
2/15
Honey
Hony is the best remedy to cure a sore throat. Grate half a ginger, add a spoonful of honey and you have the perfect home-made remedy for sore throat. Rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, it is a great substitute to sugar. It is also cholesterol-free and sodium-free. A spoonful of honey in warm water is one of the perfect ingredients to solve many of your health problems like high blood pressure, blood purification, etc.ThinkStock Photos
- INFRASTRUCTUREInvestors don’t favour Sadbhav Infra remergerThe deal sounds the death knell for the investors, who had bet on the asset…
- INTERNET OF THINGSBuilding a bio-Internet of ThingsThe way bacteria store and process information can become the base of a bio…
- TELECOMThe alternatives to disputed AGR sagaET Prime suggests different approaches to levying licence fees. The second …
3/15
Neem
Neem helps boost your immune system while cooling down your body internally. It possesses both anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties that help keep your skin clean, radiant and healthy. Neem also has blood-purifying properties. It helps clear toxins and impurities from the blood leaving you with a strengthened immune system.Getty Images
4/15
Oatmeal
Keeping yourself nourished from the inside is very important. Indulge in a hearty bowl of oats. Rich in dietary fibre and protein, oats are a low-calorie food that keeps you fuller for longer. It also helps manage cholesterol levels, maintain healthy body weight, and reduce the risk of blood sugar and diabetes.ThinkStock Photos
SUBSCRIBE TO:SLIDESHOW NEWSLETTER
Get your daily dose of news with striking images from India and around the worldSubscribe
5/15
Green Tea
Green Tea contains powerful anti-oxidants and nutrients that help regulate blood sugar, improve brain function and enhance metabolism. This ’super-drink’ also has essential minerals, bioactive compounds and fat-burning qualities. It also helps in increasing the detoxification process in the body and aids in weight loss.ThinkStock Photos
6/15
Olive Oil
Olive oil is a great alternative to regular cooking oil. It is rich in monosaturated fatty-acids and has a light texture that would compliment with your dish perfectly. Packed with anti-oxidants, it also reduces the risk of cancer, type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular diseases and breast cancer.ThinkStock Photos
7/15
Probiotics
It helps improve gut health, digestion and absorption of nutrients. Yogurt, beet sauerkraut, kefir, garlic and onion are grest probiotic options to consume. It allows the good intestinal bacteria to flourish which further synthesises Vitamin B12 for a healthier gut.ThinkStock Photos
8/15
Garlic
Garlic is a potent anti-bacterial and anti-viral food, thanks to the naturally present allicin. Consuming a preparation of honey and crushed garlic every morning can keep you healthy and strong.ThinkStock Photos
9/15
Carrot
Carrot contains high level of beta-carotene which acts as an antioxidant. It is a good detoxifier and has the ability to regenerate enzymes in the liver.ThinkStock Photos
10/15
Nuts & Seeds
Make sure you consume dates, apricots, groundnuts, almonds, pine nuts, sesame seeds, sunflower seeds and others regularly for a healthier life. They are rich in Omega-3, zinc and magnesium which helps boost immunity. It also enables absorption of fat soluble vitamins like A, D, E, K .ThinkStock Photos
11/15
Fruits & Vegetables
All the citric fruits like lemon, orange, sweet lime, kiwi, and bananas, avocado, broccoli, asparagus, etc are the great to consume to strengthen immunity. Lemon is one of the richest sources of Vitamin C. When added to water, lemon has the ability to balance the ph level of the body from acidic to alkaline as most diseases occur in an acidic environment. Organic lemon peels are more nutritious.
Mangoes are a rich source of Vitamin C, A, E , K, and most of the Vitamin Bs, except B12. It contains a substance called mangiferin, an antiviral and anti-inflammatory, which helps in boosting immunity.ThinkStock Photos
12/15
Turmeric
Curcumin, one of the primary ingredients in turmeric, is highly anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory. It is rich in antioxidants and iron, and helps in boosting immunity and energy levels.ThinkStock Photos
13/15
Coconut Oil
Coconut oil is the next best fat source to mother’s milk which builds immunity in infants. It helps fight disease and illness thanks to its anti-viral, anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties.ThinkStock Photos
14/15
Microgreens
Microgreens contain up to 40 times higher levels of vital nutrients than their mature counterparts. Best microgreens to consume are red amaranth, radish, alfalfa, sunflower, wheatgrass, beetroot and mustard. These superfoods also makes a good alternative for green leafy vegetable.Agencies
15/15
Herbal Teas
Herbal teas like chamomile can help aid in strengthening the immune system. It is loaded with powerful antioxidants. Tea infusions with ingredients like ginger bits, cinnamon, pepper corn, clove, etc also boost immunity.ThinkStock PhotosNext Story
SRK, Sachin Tendulkar: All The Star Power At Auto Expo 2018
Agencies|Updated: Feb 09, 2018, 02.02 PM IST
1/5
Stars & Cars
The 2018 Auto Expo kicked-off with some of the big auto makers missing out but the fanfare and the excitement surrounding the event remained thanks to the celeb presence. From master blaster Sachin Tendulkar to the king of Bollywood, Shah Rukh Khan, Greater Noida has been seeing a bevy of celebrities make their way to this somewhat remote location.
Agencies
2/5
Akshay Kumar – Tata Motors
Akshay Kumar made a blazing entry on top of the new compact truck Intra launched by Tata Motors. The Bollywood actor, who is the company’s brand ambassador, leapt from the roof to the floor in one fluid move, showing how fit he is. For Tata Motors, whose new brand promise is ‘Connecting Aspirations’, there’s a grand brand fit in Akshay Kumar, whose journey has been a compelling one.Agencies
3/5
Rahul Khanna (L), Kanan Gill (R) – Mercedes-Benz
The dapper Rahul Khanna and the hilarious Kanan Gill were spotted at the Mercedes-Benz pavillion along side a stunning line up of cars at the Auto Expo 2018.Agencies
4/5
Gautam Gambhir – Pinnacle Speciality Vehicles
Gautam Gambhir who is the brand ambassador of PSV unveiled ‘Finetza’, India’s first expandable and luxuriously customised Motorhome launched at the Auto Expo. Finetza would be based on Force Traveller Class and its customisation would approximately range between Rs 15-25 lakh for Motorhome.
Agencies
5/5
Mohammad Azharuddin – Aftek Motors
Aftek Motors launched the 250 cc ‘SCORPION’ in the presence of ex-cricketer Mohammad Azharuddin at Auto Expo 2018. The company will launch all the motorcycles in March, with price ranging from Rs 44,000 to Rs 1.75 lakh (all prices ex-showroom).
Tags: #getgreengetgrowing, #gngagritech
