Apart From Exercise, These Foods Can Also Increase Body Immunity

JAKARTA - Exercise is known to be a powerful way to increase the body's immunity. This method is applied by the Wisma Atlet Emergency Hospital (RSD). The hospital holds routine exercise activities in the morning for Covid-19 patients.

Not only exercise, but food is also a powerful medium to increase endurance. By eating certain foods, a person's immune system can increase. That way, the risk of getting sick is reduced.

Here are foods that can increase immunity, quoting from Healthline.

Papaya

Papaya is rich in vitamin C. The papain contained in papaya is good for digestive enzymes because it has anti-inflammatory effects. In addition, this fruit also contains potassium, magnesium, and folate which are beneficial for health.

Garlic

Garlic has sulfur-containing compounds, such as allicin, which can boost the body's immunity. Garlic is also useful for lowering blood pressure, slowing down artery hardening, and fighting infection.

Broccoli

Broccoli is rich in vitamins and minerals. Broccoli contains vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E, and other antioxidants. However, in cooking broccoli, don't overcook it. Cook or steam briefly so that the ingredients in the broccoli are not lost.

Shellfish

Shellfish is rich in zinc content. Zinc is useful for boosting immunity. However, in consuming zinc it should not be excessive. If it's excessive, it can actually inhibit the immune system.

Red Peppers

Red peppers contain vitamin C which is richer than oranges. Vitamin C in red peppers is useful for increasing body immunity and maintaining healthy skin.

In addition, red peppers also contain beta carotene. Beta carotene, which the body processes into vitamin A, is beneficial for eye and skin health.

Spinach

Spinach contains antioxidants and beta carotene. In addition, spinach is also rich in vitamin C. The content in spinach is useful for boosting the immune system. But keep in mind, spinach is cooked in a short time, to retain nutrients.