AIEP BULLETIN - BOOST YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM
Now more than ever, everyone is trying to find ways to boost their immune system to fight off COVID-19. Keep your immune system running strong with some of the recommended foods and drinks below. Give yourself an edge in staying healthy now and in the future!
POWER FOODS TO EAT
Feeding your body the right foods will help you keep your immune system strong. It is recommended that you eat foods that have Vitamin C, Vitamin A, Vitamin E and Vitamin D. Below is a list of foods that you can eat that contain high sources of the vitamins mentioned:
Vitamin C

  • Strawberries
  • Oranges
  • Broccoli
  • Red Peppers
  • Garlic
Vitamin A

  • Mango
  • Cantaloupe
  • Carrots
  • Sweet Potatoes
  • Ginger
Vitamin E

  • Spinach
  • Avocado
  • Butternut Squash
  • Kiwi
  • Sunflower Seeds
Vitamin D

  • Salmon
  • Tuna
  • Mushrooms
  • Yogurt
  • Fortified Milk
FOODS TO EAT AND NOT TO EAT
Dr. Mehmet Oz of “The Dr. Oz Show” recently interviewed Dr. Michael Roizen and discussed the essential foods suggested to boost your immunity and those to avoid. Let's all improve in strengthening our immunity.

Keep healthy, keep safe!
DR. OZ'S CORONAVIRUS SURVIVAL PROTOCOL
DRINKS THAT BOOST YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM
Beverages play an essential role in maintaining good health. Simply staying hydrated is a great way to boost your immune system. There's different types of fruits and vegetables you can blend together to make a smoothie or you can simply consume beverages such as:

  • Green Tea - contains phytochemicals that helps fight the flu virus
  • Chamomile Tea - contains anti-inflammatory which helps if you have a sore throat or blocked nasal congestion
  • Tomato & Orange Juice - a great source of Vitamin C, which helps the immune system defend itself against infections and viruses
  • Water - drinking water regularly helps to flush out any toxins from the body which enables the immune system to function as normal
‌
HOW TO MAKE A BERRY SMOOTHIE
Try blending together different kinds of fruits for a delicious smoothie. We found a berry smoothie recipe from delish which will help boost your immune system with it's Vitamin C and antioxidants. Here is a list of ingredients that you will need to prepare for a berry smoothie:

1 banana
1 c. frozen strawberries
1 c. frozen blackberries
1 c. frozen raspberries
1 1/4 c. almond milk
1/2 c. Greek yogurt

Blend them all together and enjoy this delicious, refreshing drink!

Bulletins produced bi-weekly by Ferdiana Dede - Marketing department