15 Best Foods to Improve Your Immunity Not in the mood to choke down yet another gritty serving of Emergen-C? Boost your body from the inside out with powerful foods that help your immune system function optimally. Just incorporate these healthy foods into your diet to strengthen your immune system in a way your taste buds can appreciate. OystersPacked with selenium, this tasty shellfish helps boost your body’s production of cytokines, a protein that’s known to ward off illnesses. YogurtYogurt that contains live cultures is rich in lactobacillus acidophilus and bifidobacterium lactis (read: good bacteria), which fight bacteria that cause diseases and raise your white blood cell count. Green TeaGreen tea is a great source of L-theanine, an amino acid that triggers the release of germ-fighting compounds from your T-cells. (Green tea also helps to boost your metabolism.) OrangesOne of the best sources of immunity-boosting vitamin C, oranges cause your body to produce higher levels of antibodies and white blood cells. CrabLike oysters, crab meat is rich in selenium, a nutrient that strengthens your immune system. GarlicGarlic is loaded with ajoene, allicin and thiosulfinates, compounds high in sulfur that ward off diseases and help battle infections. Carrots© 2009 Independent Media Institute. All rights reserved. To subscribe or visit go to: http://www.alternet.org |