Whether it’s cold and flu season or you’re simply trying to keep your family out of the doctor’s office, keeping your immune system operating at full strength is important.
What Nutrients Boost Immune Health?
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Because the immune system includes organs, cells and proteins, it requires constant energy and nutrients to operate effectively. Think of your immune system as a machine – it needs to be refueled and cared for to ensure optimal performance.
The need for energy is magnified whenever an active infection occurs. Your immune system shifts into high gear to remove the pathogens, and it needs more nutrients to replenish what’s lost during this process. Without the right nutrients, your body can either struggle to stay healthy or take longer to remove antigens when you’re ill.
In general, the best way to approach improving your immune system through foods is to focus on those with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties to both fight inflammation and help repair cells damaged by inflammation. Usually, this involves a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lean meat.
It can be hard to decipher which nutrients are beneficial for immune health. Use the following information as a loose guide on what to focus on if you want to improve your immune health.
• Vitamin A
• Vitamin B2
• Vitamin C
• Vitamin B6
• Vitamin E
• Zinc
• Selenium
• Vitamin D
