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7. Bell Peppers
Almost everyone knows that bell peppers make a for tasty food dishes, but very few know that bell peppers are excellent at supporting the immune system as well! Loaded with vitamins A and C, bell peppers are known to increase energy levels and help to fight disease, including cancer and macular degeneration. Bell peppers also contain vitamins B6 and E, both of which are important for strengthening the immune system. B6 plays an important role in the body’s production of cytokines and antibodies. All colors are good for the immunes system, so add plenty of yellow, red, and green bell peppers to your diet or consume an extract if the flavor does not appeal to you.
8. Garlic
Undoubtedly the world’s most popular herb, garlic has been shown in numerous clinical trials to both prevent and treat the common cold. This is due to its sulfur compound, allicin, which has antimicrobial, antineoplastic, and anti-viral compounds. Garlic must be crushed or cut to release its active ingredients. Slightly crush or cut up one or two cloves of organic garlic and swallow them whole each day, or add more raw garlic to your salads and food dishes.
9. Turmeric
This powerfully medicinal herb is known for not only making food taste great, but for keeping viruses at bay. The active ingredient in turmeric, known as curcumin, stimulates an increase in the size of an anti-microbial peptide, which improves the immune system. It also improves health on a cellular level by improving the behavior of cell membranes to make them more resistant to bacteria and viruses. Curcumin also has potent antioxidants, which protect your DNA from damage caused by free radicals. Mix one tablespoon of turmeric powder in a glass of warm milk and drink daily.
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