As thoughts of snow days and spring break dance in our heads through January and February, the cold winter weather can reek havoc on something other than the roads, your immune system. Everyone knows that washing your hands regularly is the best way to combat cold and flu symptoms and stop the spread of germs, but what about good nutrition? Good nutrition not only fuels the mind, but the body as well. This winter, use the power of food to help keep you healthy through spring. Try incorporating these foods into your diet today!
1. Strawberries: Strawberries are rich in disease fighting antioxidants, vitamin C, and may help shorten the duration of your common cold. Try buying the frozen variety and incorporating them into smoothies, desserts, or cereals.
2. Mushrooms: Mushrooms are rich in the antioxidant selenium. Selenium is used to help make white blood cells. White blood cells keep you healthy by fighting off infection. Next time you order a pizza, opt for extra mushrooms instead of extra cheese!
3. Dark Chocolate: Give your sweetie an extra sweet gift this Valentine’s day, the gift of good health! Dark chocolate is packed with antioxidants that help the body fight off infection. How sweet is that?
4. Sweet Potatoes: Sweet potatoes are in season right now in North Carolina
5. Yogurt: Have it for breakfast or as a snack, just make sure it’s labeled with “live and active cultures”. Yogurt contains powerful prebiotics and probiotics which help regulate good digestion and ward off unhealthy bacteria. Make a parfait with fruit and nuts, or add it into your strawberry smoothie!
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