This winter, Maya Feller, R.D. sat down with co-founder and co-CEO Jason Wachob on an episode of the mindbodygreen podcast (be sure to listen to the full episode) to discuss her favorite foods and eating habits—and of course, the topic of our immune systems came up, given the start of the cold and flu season. These three foods are easy to find and can be used in a variety of ways—all of which will give your immune system the support it needs. “It’s this great antioxidant that helps to banish free radicals,” said Feller, “When we’re exposed to so many people and so many viruses, getting a little dose of vitamin C is incredibly helpful.” Among ginger’s many benefits are its reported ability to help fight infection2 and ease joint and muscle pain—a common symptom of many illnesses. Wondering if there’s more you can do to support your immune system? Learn what it really means to “boost” your immunity, consider trying some acupressure points to support the system, and try these three tips to stay healthy from an infectious disease specialist.
