Social distancing, hand washing and self-quarantine are essential three components to help “flatten the curve” or stop the spread of the coronavirus. But what role does food and nutrition play?
Here is a list of specific nutrients that can help boost your immune system. As you know, a stronger immune system can help you fight the virus.
Zinc
Selenium
Iron
Vitamins A, C, D, E, B-6 and Folate
Add these healthy foods into your daily diet:
Citrus fruits
Broccoli + Spinach
Berries, especially Goji Berry
Mushrooms
Red Bell Peppers
Sweet potatoes
Shellfish
Beans
Almonds
Hazel nuts
Natural Peanut Butter
Tumeric
Green Tea
Several of these nutrients and foods have shown promising effects for the common cold, flu and other respiratory infections. While the coronavirus outbreak has been a humbling reminder of the extreme importance of your health and wellness, we will all need to practice these general health strategies like hand-washing, social distancing (etc) with the emphasis on consuming more nutritious, healthy super foods to fortify your immune system.
