1- Garlic – Due to its anti-viral, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-yeast properties “One of the best immune-system helpers is garlic,” writes herbalist Susan Weed, adding that experts say “it contains at least 17 different factors that nourish and support powerful immune system functioning.” Cooking with fresh garlic is one way to boost consumption of this flu fighter, but if you’re not a fan you can always choose garlic tablets as a supplement.
2- Green tea- Green tea is a rich source of a type of antioxidant called a catechin, and preliminary research has found that a specific catechin may give the beverage antigen-fighting abilities. Drinking five to six cups a day has immune-enhancing effects along with other health benefits.
3- Blueberries- Blueberries also have a strong antioxidant effect on the body, which helps to boost the immune system. “Fresh berries are packed with vital nutrients, such as antioxidants, that are important to good health,” says berry producer Driscoll’s. “Antioxidants are found in foods such as strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and blackberries, and they help to protect our cells from harm caused by free-radicals.
“Using a test called ORAC (Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity); researchers have shown that a serving of fresh blueberries provides more antioxidant activity than many other fresh fruits and vegetables.”
4-Raw honey – A powerful flu fighter packed with nutrients. Raw honey contains (22) amino acids, (27) minerals, a full-range of vitamins, as well as 5,000 live enzymes which aids in digestion. This delicious Superfood will help build your immune system. A few tea spoons a day will do the trick.