12 Best Foods That Boost the Immune System

During this time, many of us are stuck at home. It’s tempting to hide in a sleeve of Oreos and eat all the junk food we can handle. However, we must try to stay away from emotional eating, and do what we can to nourish the temple that is our body. Here are the top immune-boosting foods so that you can feel more in control of the situation, and less helpless.

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.