Prevent cold and cough, eat and drink these wonder foods to boost your immune system

Eating healthy food and these immune strengthening items can give you an edge over others. These superfoods can protect you and boost to your immunity.

As the season changes, one is likely to catch a cold and cough. However, eating healthy food and these immune strengthening items can give you an edge over others

These superfoods can protect you ang give a boost to your immune health.

Red bell pepper

Many might not be aware of the healthy benefits of red bell pepper. Rich in Vitamin C, they help in maintaining a healthy skin. Beta-carotene, responsible for imparting colour to the bell peper is rich in Vitamin A, which is an essential for healthy eyes.

Broccoli

Rich in vitamins and minerals, these are packed with vitamin A,C and E, as well as fiber and many other antioxidants, broccoli is a must on your dining table if you want a healthy lifestyle. As per research, steaming or microwaving helps in retaining the nutrients in it.

Garlic

This is a spice that is used in almost every Indian household. It has medicinal purposes and helps in fighting infections. Garlic slows down hardening of arteries which proves to be quite beneficial to treat high blood pressure. It is a rich source of sulphur-containing compound viz allicin.

Yogurt

Greek yogurt which contains live and active cultures are highly recommended for fighting diseases. They are a rich source of Vitamin D and helps regulate the immune system. Adding healthy fruits and honey makes it more palatable.

Spinach

Spinach is rich in Vitamin C and is packed with numerous antioxidants and beta-carotene. Strongly recommended for fighting infections of immune systems. Light cooking helps in retaining the best properties of spinach.