Immunity or the body immune system is in fact a “fortress” of self defense against the “attack” from diseases caused by viruses, bacteria or germs. Basically, everybody possesses their body immune system since they’re inside the womb.
For newborns that go through the process of Early Breastfeeding Initiation, the first suckle of breast milk gives colostrums (antibody agent) that can protect babies from diseases and contain high nutritious substances.
The older kids get, the more activities they’ll have. And when they are interacting with the surroundings, that is when kids are being “haunted” by antigens (foreign “things” like germs)
There are two kinds of immunities we usually meet, which are passive and active immunity. Active immunity is distribution of germs poison (antigens) which have been weaken or deactivated with the aim to stimulate the body to produce its own antibodies, such as through the provision of polio and measles immunization.
Meanwhile, passive immunity is immunity that babies have already owned since they’re in the womb, through their mother’s placenta while inside the belly, and also through breast milk.
Besides the two points above (passive and active immunity), there also are certain types of fruits and vegetables that can help the kids’ body in Boosting Immune System naturally and as well can protect them from the attacks of diseases.
Avocados contain vitamin A, calcium, phosphor, iron, and vitamin C. Moreover, fat content in avocados can provide natural lubricant for body joints, like the neck, wrists and ankles. Avocados are also able to decrease the level of cholesterol and protect us from heart attack.
Melons are rich in vitamin A, B complex and vitamin C, and also contain a lot of minerals, calcium and magnesium that it is good to clean up the blood circulation system from various bad poisons. Melons are also rich in beta-carotene which works to increase antibody and acts as antioxidant and as well protect the body from fever, cancer, and heart problem.
Another Fruits and Vegetables Useful in Boosting Immune System
Papayas
Papayas contain beta-carotene, vitamin C, E, carotenoid and antioxidant. Moreover, papayas can also neutralize free radicals and help the body in Boosting Immune System.
Pears
Pears are easy to digest by babies and rich in fiber that can help the digestive system. Besides, pears also contain antioxidant that can hold allergies of certain foods and pears have antibacterial properties.
Oranges
The vitamin C content inside oranges is really good to protect the body cells and help to strengthen immunity system. Oranges are also rich in beta-carotene, folic acid, antioxidant and fiber.
Guavas
Guavas contain vitamin C, antioxidant, potassium and lycopene. Vitamin C content in guavas is the highest among fruits since it is a powerful antioxidant in maintaining the immune system that the system is able to fight against diseases and free radicals.
Tomatoes
Tomatoes can increase antibody that it can fight diseases and free radicals, curing diarrheas, digestive problems and increasing kids’ appetite. Tomatoes contain carotenoid with highest antioxidant power which is “lycopene”, contain beta-carotene and vitamin C.
Broccolis
Broccolis contain beta-carotene, vitamin C, folic acid, calcium, iron, chlorophyll, flavonoid and antioxidant. Broccolis can also increase immunity system, decrease the risk of heart problem, cancer and diabetes.
Spinach
Spinach contains vitamin C, folic acid, beta-carotene, iron, antioxidant, potassium and chlororphyll. Spinach also can fight free radicals and cancer.
Potatoes
Potatoes contain vitamin B6 and are the source of vitamin C that can help increasing the immunity system. Meanwhile, potassium in potatoes also help to fight hypertension.
Garlic
Garlic contains vitamin B6, magnesium, phosphor, selenium, iron, amino acid, and antioxidant. Garlic also functions as antibacterial, antivirus and infection agent. It helps to fight fever, keep a healthy heart and fight against cancer.
Garlic also helps to protect the body from the attack of disease by producing more antibodies and lymphocytes which are the white blood cells to fight infection and kill worm parasites in the body.
By reading this post we now know that there is easy in Boosting Immune System of our body by consuming fruits and vegetables that are easily found.
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