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World Health Day 2021: 7 powerful foods to boost immunity | IN PICS

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    World Health Day 2021: 7 powerful foods to boost immunity | IN PICS

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    Green Tea Green Tea has rich antioxidant properties. It has a level of epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), another powerful antioxidant that enhances immune function.

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    Garlic Garlic not just adds flavour to your food but also helps in boosting your immunity. It is also known as Immunity Boosting superstar. One clove of garlic contains 5mg calcium, 12 mg potassium, and more than 100 sulphuric coumpounds making it powerful enough to wipe out bacteria and infection from the body.  

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    Citrus Fruits Citrus fruits are rich in Vitamin C and Vitamin C is the go-to nutrient when it comes to immune-boosting superstars. Vitamin C has shown to significantly strengthen the body's immunity, particularly during times of stress and infections.

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    Broccoli Broccoli is one of the healthiest vegetables. And it is a rich source of vitamins A, C, and E, as well as fiber and many other antioxidants. Adding steamed broccoli to your diet can strengthen your immunity.

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    Papaya  Papaya is loaded with Vitamin C. It is also a good source of Potassium, vitamin B, and Folate. Papayas also have a digestive enzyme called papain that has anti-inflammatory effects.

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    Ginger Ginger has been used for ages for immunity boosting. It is one of the antioxidant-rich foods as it has gingerol. Ginger also has powerful antiviral and antibacterial properties.

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    Almonds Almonds have rich protein value and can help reduce inflammation and boost immunity health.

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