Boost Your Immune System..

 Looking for simple and yummy ways to boost your immune system??! Checkout some of our favorites. Along with a yummy and tasty way to use up some of those strawberries 🍓 and basil 🌿 y’all grew this year!

Strawberries 

Strawberries are good sources of not just vitamin C but also antioxidants. These two are able to fight the free radicals in our bodies which can cause diseases like cancer, diabetes, and heart disease.

It’s easy to add them to your diet. You can put them as a topping on oatmeal or non-dairy yogurt for breakfast,fruit salad,and topped on a fresh bed of spring greens is our FAVORITE!

Spinach 

If your diet needs more leafy greens, be sure to add spinach to your meals. They are rich in proteins. and fiber so you can get full without having to consume too much food.

The vitamins C and E in spinach is great for your immune system. Cooked or in a salad it’s a win win!!!

Mushrooms🤤(my absolute FAVORITE)

Research shows that button mushrooms increase the production of proteins which can help fight diseases. They also contain potassium. selenium and vitamin B12.

There was even a study that they can help prevent the growth of cancer in your body. What’s great about white button mushrooms is that you can eat them raw just in case you do not have time to cook them.

Açaí Berries 

This is another fruit that is a good source of antioxidants, which can strengthen your immunity and even help deal with inflammation.

Watermelon😋

With only one cup of watermelon, you will already get 30% of the daily intake of vitamin A you will need, and about 25% of vitamin C.

Turmeric(FAV)!!!

This spice can help treat any inflammation you might be experiencing, including arthritis. You can add them to your curry dishes to give it that distinct yellow color.

Real Dark Chocolate(in moderation)

Dark chocolate is not just good for your immune system. It has so many benefits, including lowering the risk of stroke and heart disease

Broccoli 

This vegetable contains so many nutrients, including vitamin C and potassium. It is also low in sodium and calories, perfect for those who are watching their calorie intake.

The best way to enjoy the taste and nutrients is to eat it raw or steamed!

Green Tea 

This is another food that is full of antioxidants. Some also say that it helps them to lose weight if they take this regularly. 

Garlic 

Garlic has long been used as a home remedy since the olden times. People used them to treat illnesses like colds or even some infections.

The compounds in garlic, such as allicin, can help make your immune system stronger. Now you don’t have to eat some raw garlic to get its immune-boosting properties.

Ginger 

Ginger is great for inflammation, so if you are suffering from a sore throat or the like, you can make some ginger tea to help soothe it. Ginger is also one of my main go to items for gut and digestive health! 

Sweet Tater 

Sweet Taters are rich in not just beta carotene but also vitamin A. Which is a main component in helping to build up the immune system

Whatcha Need:

8 cups Water

5 Green Tea Bags

1 Handful Fresh Basil Leaves

12-15 Strawberries cleaned and hulled

How it’s Done:

1. Bring the water to a boil. 

2. While the water is boiling add the strawberries to your food processor or blender and pulse until smooth

3. Then strain the pulp.

4. We like to save it for breads and smoothies.

5. Add the strained juice to your jug. 

6. Add the tea bags,basil leaves and hot water to the jug 

7. Allow the tea to steep for 15-20 minutes.

8. Let cool and serve!

9. It’s yummy over ice or as a hot tea 

10. You can add your sweetener of choice.