Get enough protein, focus on vitamins, minerals to boost your immunity



Health is defined by the World Health Organization as a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. Building immunity and good defense is important for good health. The immune system is indeed a system, not a single entity.
Good nutrition is essential to a strong immune system, which offers protection not only from novel infections, such as COVID -19, but also seasonal illness, such as the flu and allergies, abnormal cell development and cancers. Energy intake should be as per requirement, since both over nutrition (obesity) and undernutrition can lead to poor immunity. There is no single food or supplement that can prevent illness. However, here are a few options that you could follow that can help in building your overall immune strength.

Get enough protein

Protein plays an important role in body’s immune system, especially healing and recovery. Eat a variety of protein rich foods, especially combination protein like milk/dals + cereals (grains), good quality protein like lean chicken, fish eggs etc. At least 20-30 gm of protein should be included in every meal. You could also choose a good quality protein supplement to make up for the protein requirement.

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