Now more than ever is the time to start incorporating all those nutrient dense foods and supplements into your diet to boost your immune system! Illnesses and diseases CAN be prevented by more than just traditional medicine, it can be prevented by the foods we eat and the things we put in our bodies. There is not one food that is going to cure all illnesses just like there is not one medication that can cure all diseases but nourishing your body with whole foods that are naturally packed with vitamins puts you on the path to prevention and healing.
Vitamin C is the first thought that comes to mind when I think of an immune boost and can be found in so many different fruits and vegetables, the most common being citrus fruits like oranges, grapefruit, lemon, etc. but did you know that 100 grams of a red bell pepper has almost TRIPLE the amount of vitamin C than that of 100 grams of a navel orange!? I know I sure didn’t, so I was shocked to say the least and after that discovery I was motivated to dive deeper into other nutritious veggies to see which ones pack the most vitamin punch. 100 grams of broccoli has 89mg of vitamin C, kale with 120mg, and when you compare those numbers to 53mg in an orange, you can see which ones are the winners. This goes to show that vitamins are high in foods that we aren’t aware of and to always have a variety of different fruits and veggies to meet all of your body's needs. The more colorful your plate is, the better!
Keeping your diet high in whole foods that are dense and beneficial to your health can be an easy way to keep your immune system strong and prepared for any unwelcome issues, especially during this time where those who are immune compromised are at a higher risk. Smoothies can be an amazing way to get in a plethora of vitamins and nutrients and easy to sneak in vegetables that you may not like on their own. My favorite way to ensure my diet is on point is to add frozen vegetables into my smoothie which hides the flavor and adds to that thick consistency that we all love and strive for. Make sure to blanch your veggies before freezing them to help aid the digestion process and to prevent the loss of vitamins. I recommend trying this with cauliflower, butternut squash, spinach (mainly if your fresh spinach tends to wilt fast), and even broccoli.
It just so happens that Fit Bar was created to provide all of you with our superfood packed smoothies and bowls to keep your body healthy and happy! If you’re looking to add in more vitamin C, vitamin K, protein, healthy fats, and plenty of others, feel free to ask our crew for recommendations, or reach out to us online and one of our nutrition coaches can help you boost that immune system!
Stay happy, active, and most importantly, HEALTHY!
Coach Liv
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