Food and advice for maintaining good health during the winter season

2021-01-23 2021-01-23T19:36:28Z
رنا السيلاوي
رنا السيلاوي
محرر أخبار - قسم التواصل الاجتماعي

Arab Weather - Infection with colds and influenza abounds in winter, this is because we all love to stay indoors when the weather is cold, germs transfer between people close by breathing from the same air, and we can also get sick easily in winter due to the low efficiency of our immune system in Cold, but we can protect ourselves from the transmitted infection by taking care of our food. Certain types of food can improve your immunity and maintain your health during the winter, and here are some of them:

 

(1) eat peppers Sunday , over

Most of us use paprika frequently in food dishes and salads, and despite the common use of green pepper, it is preferable to eat red pepper in the winter, because red peppers contain high amounts of vitamin C, and vitamin C is useful to enhance the body's immunity, so it is easier for him to fight colds And the flu.

 

(2) Do not cook with natural oils, ghee and butter

A large part of our body's immunity can be boosted through the processes of digestion and burning of fats, while the processes of burning and energy production are reduced in the winter due to lethargy and laziness. Eating natural oils, butter and ghee can help keep the digestive system working well, thus boosting your immunity and preventing Yourself from getting sick .

 

(3) Eat turmeric

In fact, turmeric is known for its many health benefits, and since we are talking about the benefits of winter, you should bear in mind that turmeric can help fight and reduce infections, and it also prevents the damage that free radicals cause in the body .

 

(4) Eat a lot of nuts

Eating nuts such as cashews and almonds can help you boost your immunity in the winter, because they generate a lot of heat inside the body, and pistachios, dates and walnuts are also good options.

 

(5) Drink green tea

Drinking green tea can help you improve your body's ability to fight disease, because this drink has antioxidant properties and helps fight free radicals in the gym, and green tea contains small amounts of caffeine, which helps you overcome the lethargy that you may feel in Cold weather.

 

(6) Eat fennel

Fennel is an herb that is also rich in vitamin C and many essential minerals such as potassium, copper, calcium, manganese, zinc, iron, magnesium, and selenium, taking this can help boost your immunity and reduce the chance of infection .

 

(7) Include yogurt with meals

Yogurt is a natural probiotic, this means that it contains beneficial gut bacteria, as the beneficial gut bacteria support the normal functions of the digestive system, and it helps the body fight infections and diseases, as their presence affects various body functions, including immunity .

 

(8) Eat sweet potatoes

Sweet potato is another form of our favorite potato during the winter season, as sweet potato possesses antioxidant properties and can help maintain health, as it is rich in beta-carotene that helps protect immune cells from damage and supports normal cell functions .

 

(9) Salmon

Salmon is a very important nutrient during the winter season, as salmon helps to increase the number of T cells in the immune system, people with higher amounts of T cells are less likely to develop disease, in addition, salmon contains essential nutrients such as vitamin D which can be difficult to get naturally from sunlight in winter, as it is rich in protein and omega-3 fatty acids .

 

(10) Garlic

Garlic adds delicious flavor to many dishes, and moreover, it contains high amounts of calcium, potassium and some sulfur compounds that are good for getting rid of infections .

 

Other tips to stay healthy during the winter :

You can also follow these easy tips to stay healthy during the winter :

 

  • Exercising regularly: Exercising can help prevent weight gain, and avoid any diseases associated with weight gain and obesity, and sport helps revitalize the body and overcome laziness that increases during the cold months, so exercise contributes to strengthening the immune system, which maintains your health. .

 

  • Avoid sugary foods as much as possible: Processed foods and foodstuffs containing artificial sugars can harm your health, try replacing these foods with healthy ones.

 

  • Use sterile wipes: If you spend a lot of time in communal indoor spaces like an office, and pathogens can stay in the air for longer periods during the winter, it is best to stay safe with these sanitizers.

 

  • Wash your hands regularly: Many people avoid using water in the winter due to the cold, but washing hands regularly for at least 20 seconds avoids the risk of transmitting pathogens to you.

 

  • Use your own tools : Each person's use of his own tools (such as cups) prevents the spread of germs in the shared work environment, and you should keep tissues close to your hand so that you can sneeze into it, thus preventing the spread of germs, and stay away from sick people as much as possible.

 

  • Eat warm foods: Warm foods and drinks in the winter help you to feel warm and comfortable, which improves the body's immunity.

 

  • Stay warm: Feeling warm during cold seasons keeps you comfortable and reduces the likelihood of you contracting diseases. Take care of your clothing to make sure you always feel warm.

 

 

This article was written originally in Arabic and is translated using a 3rd party automated service. ArabiaWeather is not responsible for any grammatical errors whatsoever.
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