Are you having enough of these nutrients for a healthy immunity?

There are certain vitamins and minerals, which are very essential to support our immune system & to make it strong enough to fight against various infections. Try to have a wide variety of fruits and vegetables from every color of the Rainbow🌈.

To boost up your immunity naturally, nourish your body with certain nutrients. These nutrients play a vital & synergistic role for an immune response that may help you to be healthy and energized.

Top 10 essential nutrients to boost your immunity

VITAMINS

1. Vitamin A : A key for a healthy immune system, as it plays an essential role in enhancing the immune function & to fight off illnesses.
   There are two types
   Retinoids :- come from animal products
   Beta Carotene :- comes from plants.
   
   
2. Vitamin B Complex : B vitamin includes Thiamin (B1), Riboflavin (B2), Niacin (B3), Pantothenic Acid (B5), Pyridoxine (B6), Biotin (B7), Folate (B9), Cyanocobalamine (B12) which works comprehensively & independently in every cell to perform many different vital roles in the body & to fight off infections. Hence its a key to boost up and maintaining a healthy immune system.
   
   
3. Vitamin C : Also known as Ascorbic acid, one of the strong antioxidants which strengthen the immune system in different ways. Vital for a healthy immune system, which helps in faster recovery of various infections.
   
   
4. Vitamin D : It plays a vital role in boosting the immune system. A potent immune system regulator, thus a deficiency of vitamin D is associated with increased susceptibility to infection. Also required for the absorption of Calcium in the body.
   
   
5. Vitamin E : A potent fat-soluble antioxidant. An incredible nutrient, acts as a barrier against infection by enhancing the function of the immune system.
   
   

MINERALS

1. Iron : An essential nutrient needed for the proliferation & maturation of immune cells to fight off infections & to keep us healthy.
   
   
2. Calcium : It has a vital role in the proper functioning of the immune system by activation of the immune cells. Depletion may lead to increased susceptibility to infections. Also required for proper absorption of vitamin C.
   
   
3. Magnesium : An essential mineral that helps to support a healthy immune system. It plays a significant role in the immuno-regulation of the body, thus a vital nutrient for optimal immune function. Sufficient Magnesium is also needed to effectively absorb the Calcium.
   
   
4. Zinc : Important mineral for normal development and proper functioning of immune cells. An effective antioxidant for maintaining the integrity of the immune system. May help to protect you against numerous infections.
   
   
5. Selenium : A powerful antioxidant that helps to protect the body and also required to produce an enzyme that plays a vital role in detoxification of the body. It has powerful antiviral effects against respiratory infections.
   
   

To know about superfoods with above nutrients, read: 👉 Top Superfoods for a Healthy Immunity

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