These soups will help your immune system and help you feel better.
Christopher Testani
Soup seasonis officially in full swing now that the cold, short days of winter are here.
And thankfully, many of the ingredients commonly found in soup help toboost the immune response.
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And in this soup, youll also find a notable amount ofgarlica potent immune-boosting ingredient.
As natures antibiotic, garlic boosts white blood cell activity, Peruvemba adds.
This is thanks, in part, to the different bioactive compounds the allium contains.
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Its rich in probiotics and packed with anti-inflammatory benefits from kimchi and miso paste, notes Peruvemba.
This is why youll often find the vitamin in a whole host of immune-supportive supplements and syrups.
Plus, red lentil soup is high in protein,iron, andzinc, says Peruvemba.
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Zinc is a mineral that is often touted as a powerful immune-booster, and for good reason.
Plus, theproteinfound in this soup, thanks to shreds ofrotisserie chickenit contains, expedites healing in the body.
Proteins provide the building blocks for your immune systems weaponscytokines, antibodies, and more.
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Without sufficient protein, your bodys defenses weaken, shares Peruvemba.
Red curry paste, like youll find in this recipe, typically contains immune system-supportiveturmeric.
This golden spice contains curcumina compound that reduces inflammation andfights oxidative stress, Peruvemba explains.
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Phytochemicals, the natural compounds found in plants, act as your bodysinternal security team.
They reduce inflammation, combat harmful microbes, and help balance immune responses, adds Peruvemba.
Nicknamed the sunshine vitamin, vitamin D is yourimmune system’s quarterback.
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This is thanks to the protein, iron, zinc, and selenium the recipes ingredients boast.
Vitamin E is like the armor thatshields your immune cells.
The chicken, hominy, and dino or lacinatokalein this recipe are especially high in iron.
Iron is the engine that powers your immune system.
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