5 Best Foods That Boost The Immune System

In this article you can read 5 best foods that are consider as a "boost" for your immune system.

They can make you feel with more energy.

1. Mushrooms
Specifically button mushrooms contain large amounts of essential B vitamins and selenium. These nutrients are paramount for the immune system. They also contain something called polysaccharides, which can make that immune shield stronger than ever. Try grilling or sautéing them to make the most of their rich, meaty flavor. Plant-based subs for the win

2. Tea
Tea is very important during this time, because drinking hot or warm liquids can help keep the Coronavirus away. Antioxidants are high in tea – consider trying our white or green tea. These antioxidants are referred to as polyphenols, while flavonoids do all that essential work on your immune system. Consuming tea can also raise your good cholesterol while combating bad, or LDL cholesterol.

3. Yogurt
It might not be high on the antioxidant scale, but the benefits for digestion are innumerable. Yogurt is full of probiotics, and certain strains can help your immune system generally, but can also reduce the strength and length of a cold, which is necessary right now in the world. Be sure to look out for Lactobacillus acidophilus, and Lactobacillus casei.

4. Spinach
Honestly, kale is an overrated superfood. Spinach has always had our back, and is chock full of all the goodness our body needs to survive. Get acquainted with folate, Vitamin C and A, magnesium, iron, and fiber. All of these components help to repair your DNA  – just make sure to eat it either raw or very slightly cooked so that you can reap all those delicious benefits.

5. Miso
Most commonly used in soup, miso is really a savory paste created from fermented soybeans. It tastes better than it sounds, trust us. Rich in GI-friendly probiotics, Miso soup is a fantastic way to slowly introduce probiotics and protect your body from the inside out. Any other fermented food is also a great way to start.