What is Immunity?

In General way;immunity means being protected from something and unaffected by it.
in other words; the ability of one to avoid or not to affected by disease.
In more simple words;the quality of a one to resist a particular disease.



in terms of Biology(in brief);immunity is the balanced state of multicellular organisms having adequate biological defenses to fight infection,disease,while having enough tolerance to avoid allergy,and autoimmune diseases.


                                  



What is human immunity?

The immune system of human is very complex in nature,it protect the human body against diseases and other infections.The proper functioning immune system identifies and attacks various threats including viruses(i-e COVID-19,SARS ,etc) bacteria,parasites etc.


How to boost immunity?
ways to boost your immunity;The simple and easy way to boost your immunity is to adapt a healthy lifestyle.The following ways help you to have in shape with healthy lifestyle.
1.Exercise regularly(at least 25 minutes)
2.Eat fruits (especially rich in Vitamin C like Amla) and vegetables(especially green vegetables).
3.Maintain healthy weight.
4.Don't smoke.
5.Don't drink(if you already drink alcohol,drink only in moderation).
6.Get adequate sleep(6-8 hours a day).
7.Minimize stress.
8.Try to control your anger.

Foods That Boost The Immune System

1.Citrus fruits               



When it come to boost the immunity the citrus fruits never let us down.Most people turns to vitamin C when they got common cold.It is assume that vitamin C increases the production of white blood cell in blood.These are key to fighting infection.
    
Some of the citrus fruits include:
  • Grapefruit
  • Oranges
  • Lemon
  • Clementine
  • Amla(Indian Gooseberry) 

 Secret point:Indian gooseberry juice contained the highest vitamin-C.Surprisingly Indian Gooseberry contains 20 times as much vitamin-C as orange juice.It means a single amla(Indian Gooseberry) is equivalent 20 oranges.
Because your body does not produce it,you need daily vitamin-C for healthy lifestyle. 


2.Broccoli



 Broccoli is supercharged with vitamins and minerals.It contain vitamin A,C,and E,as well as many other antioxidants and fiber,broccoli is the GOD gifted vegetable for Humankind.It is better to eat it boiled.

3.Garlic 




Garlic is found in almost all the kitchens of the world.Commonly it is used with spices.Garlic may also help lower blood pressure and slow hardening of arteries.Garlic's immune boosting properties come from heavy concentration of sulfur.

4.Ginger



Ginger is another immunity booster,many turns to ginger after getting sick.Ginger may help decrease inflammation,can be helpful in sore throat,can reduce cough and cold etc.Ginger may also reduce chronic pain.

5.Turmeric 



Popularly known as haldi also known as Indian Ginseng is key ingredient in many curries.In Ancient times turmeric has also been used as an anti-inflammatory,it was used in many medication as it have the property to heal wounds.

6.Spinach 



Spinach not only rich in vitamin C but also a great source of antioxidants which may also increase the infection fight ability of our immune system ,in more simple words it may also increase our immunity.Spinach is healthiest,retain its nutritional power one should cook it as little as possible.Light cooking of spinach enhance its vitamin A content.

7.Almond




When it come to preventing and fighting off cold there is a another competitor of vitamin C always ready on the race track named as vitamin E and Almond is the great source of it.Vitamin E is key to healthy immune system.It is the fat soluble vitamin,which means it requires presence of fat to be absorbed properly.Vitamin E has found very good for eyes,skin and hair by regular consumption of almond.Also almond have also the property to cure constipation.

8.Papaya



Papaya is a another fruit loaded with vitamin C.Papaya has also a digestive enzyme called papain that has anti-inflammatory effects
Papaya also have vitamin B and potassium which are beneficial for your overall health.

9.Kiwi




Kiwi's are naturally full of essential nutrients including folate,potassium,vitamin K and vitamin C.
Kiwi is a great immunity booster and have a great taste.

and last but not the least.

                                                

10.Apple 



There is was old proverb saying that "An Apple A Day Keeps The Doctors Away " and this proverb is true indeed.Apple is very healthy fruit rich in quercetin,which has a wonderful property yto boost immunity and maintain blood sugar levels.Including an apple in your breakfast and eating it as day snacks can help you boost immunity.    

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