Winter is the period of colds and flu. And in order to avoid the appearance of an unpleasant symptom in the form of a stuffy nose and a scratching throat, you need to not only dress warmly, but also slightly change your diet. We have compiled a list of 10 foods that must be included in the diet during the cold season, because they contain all the necessary substances to maintain strong immunity.
Sauerkraut
Sauerkraut is very popular in Russia. And the respect for this product is highly deserved. It was cabbage that helped people survive in severe frosts, while it allowed the body to receive vitamins and important trace elements that are so needed in winter.
This product can be called unique, because sauerkraut contains more nutrients than fresh cabbage (some substances are formed during fermentation).
In addition to vitamins P and C, sauerkraut contains chromium, iron, potassium and other trace elements that are needed for the normal functioning of our defense system.
Pumpkin
Despite the fact that this is an "autumn" product, pumpkin should definitely be included in the winter menu. There are many useful substances in it, while they can be stored for several months, so pumpkin can be consumed all winter.
The main advantage of pumpkin is vitamin T, which speeds up metabolism and iron, which is also quite abundant here. And together with the presence of carotene, the inclusion of pumpkin in the diet will have a positive effect on immunity.
Cranberry, viburnum
These berries must be present in the winter diet. Moreover, even when frozen, they retain their benefits: they contain a lot of vitamins, tannins, and mineral salts.
It is difficult to consume them raw because of their sour-viscous taste, it is much better to make fruit drinks on their basis.
These berries are very important for the body during the cold season:
- increase the body's defenses;
- maintain tone.
The use of berry juice is especially useful for colds, but you can also drink the drink if you have chronic diseases, for preventive purposes, because this fruit drink has an excellent general strengthening action.
Citrus
Doctors believe that 1-2 oranges or tangerines (or a glass of freshly squeezed juice) per day will help to avoid colds and strengthen the body's defenses. And this is not surprising, because these fruits are a source of large amounts of ascorbic acid, as well as vitamins B, A and D, as well as potassium, magnesium and antioxidants.
Thanks to this combination, the body's defenses are strengthened, which will avoid colds, viral infections.
Citrus fruits also help to recover faster after illness, operations, have a positive effect on the nervous system, blood vessels, and improve digestive processes.
Dried fruits
If you want to strengthen the body's immune forces, be sure to include dried fruits in your diet: in them the composition contains all the necessary vitamins and minerals that our body needs in the winter of the year.
Positive action:
- bowel cleansing and improvement of peristalsis;
- rejuvenation of the body;
- increased immunity.
Dried fruits can be eaten fresh, and fruit drinks and healthy drinks can be prepared on their basis.
Fish
It is best to include sea fish in the diet, because it contains many useful omega-3 fatty acids. Also, fish is rich in calcium, phosphorus, iron and other substances important for immunity. Doctors recommend eating fish at least twice a week.
Horseradish, garlic and onions
These foods are indispensable in winter, as they help to increase the body's defenses. Their main advantage is the presence in the composition of phytoncides, substances that stop the development of harmful bacteria, thus avoiding colds and infections.
True, the maximum benefit of such products is achieved when consumed fresh.
Admit it, what products do you help your body with in winter?
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