Now that it has entered the spring, the spring weather is fluctuating, and the hot and cold temperatures make us more susceptible to the flu. Therefore, the work of preventing influenza can ensure its own health. So what is good for preventing the flu from eating? Let's take a look at Xiaobian and let's take a look at what kind of food we can eat.
Citrus fruit
Recent studies have found that increasing vitamin C intake is very effective in preventing colds. Oranges, lemons, oranges, grapefruits and other citrus fruits are rich in vitamin C.
2, fennel seeds
Fennel seed is a natural herbicide that removes phlegm and cough. 1.5 teaspoons of fennel seeds can be soaked in boiling water for 15 minutes and honey can be added to prevent colds.
3, yogurt
A study in 2011 found that foods containing probiotics such as yoghurt not only benefit digestive health, but also help reduce upper respiratory infections and reduce the incidence of influenza.
4, tea
Whether it is black tea, green tea or white tea, it contains a lot of antioxidant catechins. In 2011, a Japanese study found that after five months of taking catechin capsules, the incidence of influenza was reduced by 75%.
5, red pepper
Vitamin C can not only fight disease, but also alleviate some serious cold symptoms and shorten the course of the disease. Chili pepper contains a lot of vitamin C. A red pepper contains 150 mg of vitamin C, which is 1.5 times the daily recommended amount.
6, deep-sea fat fish
Deep-sea fat fish such as salmon, tuna and mackerel are rich in omega 3 fatty acids that help improve human immunity. The fatty acids can reduce chronic inflammation in the human body, reduce the risk of multiple diseases, and also help fight colds and flu viruses.
7. Oysters
Among various kinds of seafood, oysters have the most abundant zinc content. Zinc helps the body fight the flu. A study found that taking zinc supplements can shorten the adult cold period.
8, garlic
The sulferic allicin contained in garlic has a bactericidal effect and can produce a large amount of antioxidants after decomposition. Eat garlic better. In addition, the study also found that taking an allicin supplement for 12 weeks significantly reduced the risk of colds.
9, milk
Drinking milk often supplements the necessary vitamin D. Vitamin D not only benefits bone health, prevents heart disease, but also helps boost immunity.
10, mushrooms
Selenium, a trace element contained in mushrooms, helps leukocytes produce cytokines to clear the virus. Dextran in mushrooms is an antibacterial sugar that fights infection. There are many varieties of mushrooms, you can cook soups, salads or side dishes.
In addition to eating the foods described above, there are also some beverages that have the effect of preventing flu, such as ginger white soup, mint tea and so on.
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