The doctor revealed what to add to the diet in the spring to help immunity

Doctor Irina Tereshchenko revealed what to add to the diet in the spring to help the immune system. This is reported by “Doctor Peter”.

“Protein is the basis of all cells, including those responsible for immunity,” the expert explained. – Antibodies are synthesized from protein. And protein molecules restore damaged cells. Antibodies protect our body and attack pathogens. All essential amino acids are found in animal protein – meat, fish, poultry, dairy products.

She added that if for some reason it is impossible to consume these products, then it is necessary to include vegetable protein in your diet – nuts, beans, tofu, the expert recommends.

These foods should be in the diet every day.

“Glutamine and arginine are amino acids that slow down catabolism (the process of breaking down and oxidizing organic molecules, leading to the formation of heat and energy molecules, ATP), the doctor said. – Their consumption increases during periods of enhanced immunity. Therefore, it is important to consume sources of these amino acids during this period: beef, soy, legumes, fish. It is better to choose complex carbohydrates, in the form of cereals and vegetables.

Immunity also requires fats, especially polyunsaturated fatty acids – they act as a building material for cell membranes, participate in anti-inflammatory reactions, the expert said.

“In order to always have these components in the diet, add linseed or hemp oil, nuts to it,” Tereshchenko recommended.

In addition, you need vitamins from products. “Vitamin C stimulates immune cells to better recognize foreign agents and activates their bactericidal activity,” the expert said. – Add sea buckthorn berries to your diet – they contain more vitamin C than ordinary oranges. And sweet peppers hold the record for vitamin C content among vegetables.”

According to her, zucchini is an excellent source of antioxidant, but you need to store them in a dark place so that the vitamin does not collapse.

The doctor added that they improve the protection of the body and vitamins A and E. Champions in their content:

red bell pepper,

spinach,

carrot,

pumpkin,

apricots,

fish oil, liver, egg yolk, dairy products (rich in retinol).

“To enrich the diet with vitamin E, use vegetable oil as a salad dressing and a mixture of seeds and nuts – this will add flavor and health,” the expert recommended.

Earlier, the doctor listed products to combat spring beriberi.