Nutrition Week: Immunity-Boosters That Work Like Magic

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National Nutrition Week is observed in first week of September to discuss the importance of nutrition and healthy eating. Like any facets, proper nutrition plays a huge role in boosting your immunity. These foods will work like magic if you want to boost immunity. 

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Garlic

Garlic is a great addition to your diet to boost your immune system and can help support white blood cells when fighting a cold. 

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Dahi

Dahi contains vitamin D which helps regulate your immune system and can boost your body's ability to fight diseases. 

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Citrus fruits

Citrus fruits are abundant in vitamin C. Vitamin C increases production of white blood cells which helps fight flus. 

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Red bell pepper

As surprising as it is, same amount of red bell peppers have 3 times more vitamin C as same quantity of oranges, boosting your immunity even more. 

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Turmeric

Add turmeric to all the curries you can! This staple works like magic because of its ability to boost your immunity. 

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Spinach

Spinach is another great source to increase your intake of vitamin C. Lightly cooked for better absorption. 

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Green tea

Green tea is abundant in flavonoids & EGCG (antioxidants). EGCG might have antiviral properties as per some research.

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