Health tips: Must have foods in winter to strengthen your immunity

The winter season has already begun quite early this time. Some places including Delhi/ NCR have already experienced one of the coldest day of the year.

NEW DELHI (DIVYA SAINI): 

The Winter season has already begun quite early this time. Some places including Delhi/ NCR have already experienced one of the coldest day of the year. However, the pandemic we are witnessing may get spread in the cold days and people should be even more careful with their health and diet.

The winter season brings common infections such as the common cold, flu etc with itself and with the COVID-19 pandemic it has become more risky for everyone and strengthening immunity has become very essential to fight against the novel corona virus. Since winters bring all healthy, tasty, and seasonal foods itself. Know which 5 winter foods you must add in your diet to boost your immunity and fulfill body’s requirements.

5 immunity-boosting winter foods one should add in their diet 

1 Peas 

Green peas are usually available in the winter season. They are packed with essential nutrients and antioxidants that makes them a great add on to your winter diet to boost immunity and fight many diseases. Peas are rich in polyphenol, fiber and protein, which  helps to keep your appetite full.

2 Leafy Green Vegetables

Leafy greens veggies that are seasonal in winters includes fenugreek (Methi), lamb's quarters (Bathua), mustard leaves (Sarson) etc must be consumed as these are very essential. These foods works great for your immunity as they are rich in vitamin C, vitamin K, and folate.

3 Oranges 

Oranges are the most common fruit available during the winters, they have Vitamin C content which helps to strengthen your immunity. Consuming the fruit instead of its juices is highly recommended to attain better fiber of the fruit.

4 Amla

Amla is a super nutritious food available during all the seasons. Amla has five times the vitamin C present in oranges. It is a great for detoxification.

5 Radish 

Radish is also a winter vegetable that is packed with healthy nutrients like vitamin C which helps to fight many diseases such as common cold and flu by boosting your immunity. Radish is packed with fiber which works best for healthy digestion.

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