Immune Boosters From Your Refridgerator

We all know that our body is made up of unique organisms that helps us to function healthily on a daily basis. Our Immune system is nestled around some of these organs and is a very delicate system. According to research, the immune system is based in the lymphatic system and bloodstream. There are two cells within our lymphatic system referred to as lymphocytes; the B-cells and the T-cells. The T-cells can destroy foreign bodies, while the B-cells "secretes antibodies against undesirable foreign bodies to eliminate them." So they pretty much work as a team to protect our body against undesirable diseases. Our immune system is key to our health as it fights off, sicknesses and illnesses (including cancer, colds, flus,allergies etc.). When we become ill or sick, if not life threatening, over time, your body will naturally heal itself. However, recovery time is totally relative to your illness of sickness of course, but you can speed it up or eliminate your recovery period by bolstering your body's defense to free radicals some of which are naturally in the atmosphere we breathe.
Vitamin C is our immune systems' #1 super defense tool among others; our immune system needs this vitamin to function. Another vitamin which is also important is Vitamin A because it is an important anti-viral. However, there are other vitamins and minerals that play an intricate part in the overall function of the immune system. Let us not forget Calcium, the B-vitamins, Vitamin E, Protein, fiber, and all the other vitamins and minerals that we are accustomed to taking over the years. However, nature provides the best vitamins on the markets today and these natural vitamins can be hand-picked right from your supermarket or farmers market in the forms of fruits and vegetables. Let us therefore, examine some common household fruits and vegetables you use on a consistent basis, that can help to stop that cold and flu in its tracks, ward off those diseases,and get you on your way to stop that sneezing and coughing and achy body that has plagued you for so long.

1. Sweet Potato - Loaded with Vitamin C, A and E (for beautiful skin). Buy the ones that are brighter in color as this contains more beta-carotene.
2. Carrots - Again, because of its color, carrot is packed with beta-carotene and it is also a super food that aids in vision. It also has Vitamin A,K (blood clotting and healing of wounds). Carrots also provide fiber and helps to control diabetes.
3. Potato--is rich in the B-Vitmins (B1, B3 and B-6). It also has Vitamin C, iron, potassium and fiber.
4. Red Bell Pepper--Present vitamin is B6, and C. Because of its bright red color, this vegetable also has beta-carotene and flavonoids that enhances Vitamin C.
5. Tomato--Rich in Vitamin C and beta-carotene. Always shop for the ones that have the brightest red color. The richer the color and the brighter the vegetable, the more beta-carotene it has. This juicy red vegetable also has lycopene which helps to fight cancer.
6. Avocado--B Vitamins are present in this vegetable is recommended for pregnant women as it contains folate which helps with fetal brain development. Also has omega-6 fatty acids and Vitamin E which is good for the skin. Just mash the flesh and lather over your face to make a 15 minute face mask.
7. Spinach--Most of the green leafy vegetables are rich in C,A and zinc, folate,potassium,iron and beta-carotene. Spinach however, is stated to help in fighting lung, cervical and breast cancer and heart disease. Most of them can be eaten raw as well as lightly steamed to add a great taste to many of your favorite dish.
8. Cauliflour--that cluster of vitamins C, B3,5 and 6, plus folate (good for pregnant women),zinc and potassium, packs a punch to colon, stomach,lung and breast cancer.
9. Pineapple--Contains C, B1,B2 and helps with your digestive system as well.
10. Orange--The king and queen of immune boosting fruits. This bright orange fruit stimulates the immune system and gets it on guard to fight off those pesky cold and flus. Also a good source of folate, Vitamin B3,B5, potassium and fiber.

There are so many fruits and vegetables, not mentioned above that also packs a powerhouse for the immune system, such as lemons, grapefruits,strawberries, blueberries, cherries, raspberries,cranberries,rose hip,hazelnut,cashew, pine nut,walnut,pistachio,almond,oat, bulgar,wheatgerm,kidney beans,lentils,black-eyed bean,soy beans, green beans and much more. So head out to your grocery store or farmers market and start packing those vitamin- packed foods in your cart.