IMMUNE BOOSTING FOODS

May 30, 2016 0 comments immunesupport, immunesystem, proglucamune, USANA, usananz

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None of us enjoy being sick, but do you know how to protect yourself from sickness and strengthen your immune system? Immune-boosting foods and supplements are great natural ways to give your immune system that extra kick.

Good nutrition is the key to strengthening the body’s natural defences and helps you to remain focused every day. When it comes to immune-boosting foods we’ve put together a list of some of the best. These include:

Reishi Mushroom

Helps support the body’s natural immune defences against free radical damage, and its extracts boost the function of immune cells – our bodies first line of defence against infection.
Often called ‘Mushroom of Immortality’ due to its traditional use for lonevity and boosting Qi (in traditional Chinese medicine and philosophy, Qi is the vital life force that flows through the body).
Helps promote cellular protection and is rich in fungal polysaccharides, which can enhance immune response.
Used in traditional Chinese medicine as a tonic to support liver and heart, as well as an adaptogen to enhance resistance to stress and fatigue.

Shiitake Mushroom

High in several essential nutrients, including vitamins, minerals, and lentinan – a polysaccharide and the key constituent of Shiitake.
These nutrients help to keep the immune system strong.
Has essential amino acids and has a high content of fibre.

Baker’s Yeast (beta glucan)

An immunomodulator which helps make your immune system smarter.
Can help enhance your immune system’s response so your body can naturally fight off infections.
Shown to support vitality, mood state and general well-being.
May help protect against the harmful effects of stress.

Zinc

Important mineral needed for healthy immune function.
Acts as an antioxidant and helps defend against oxidative stress.
Found in foods such as red meat, chicken, fish, dairy foods, eggs, legumes and sunflower and pumpkin seeds.

Try adding these foods to your diet to help strengthen your immune system and to help you to be happy and healthy all year round!