A health expert has revealed that eating more of two specific foods could boost your gut health and fend off winter bugs.
As the season of sniffles and coughs continues, it seems like everyone is battling a runny nose or a persistent cough. But while catching a cold can sometimes feel unavoidable, there are measures you can take to strengthen your immune system and lessen the symptoms of any illnesses you do catch.
Rhysa Phommachanh, a health specialist at , has pinpointed the two foods you should be eating more of this winter. The expert explained: "Both garlic and honey have proven benefits all year round, but can especially support our health in winter.
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"Garlic is rich in prebiotic insulin fibre, which supports gut health and is believed to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties to fight disease and ease cold symptoms. Honey, high in antioxidants like flavonoids and polyphenols, helps balance the immune system and ward off illnesses."
But garlic and honey aren't the only foods you should aim to eat more of during the chilly months. Nutrition experts from also suggest adding spinach and citrus fruits to your diet if you want to naturally enhance your body's immune system, reports .
Spinach is brimming with antioxidants, vitamin C and beta carotene, which can boost the infection-fighting ability of our immune systems. By lightly cooking spinach, you allow the vegetable retain its nutrients while also making it easier to absorb.
Packing your diet with citrus powerhouses such as oranges, grapefruits, lemons, and limes could give you that extra edge in warding off common colds and pesky germs.
Ski Famille's resident nutrition expert Sophia Moore has emphasised the importance of the immune system, explaining: "Your immune system is your body's best line of defence, and supporting it through nutrition is not only effective but sustainable. Simple changes, like integrating more of these powerful foods into your meals, can help your body stay strong and resilient throughout the year."
