AND tip of the day: Beat the Flu Bug

 

 

TIP OF THE DAY

 

January 31, 2013

Beat the Flu Bug

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, January and February are the peak months of flu activity. The best defense against the flu is a year-round offense including eating right, staying active, getting enough rest and minimizing stress.
Several nutrients may play a role in enhancing your immunity. Beta carotene in deep-yellow fruits and veggies and dark-green leafy greens; vitamin B6 in whole grains, legumes, chicken and pork; vitamin C in citrus fruit, berries and melon; vitamin E in wheat germ and nuts; protein in dairy foods, meat, poultry, fish and legumes; selenium in meat and seafood; zinc in beef and seafood. Friendly bacteria in yogurt with live cultures may also help build immunity.
For more information about boosting your immune system through nutrition, consult a registered dietitian in your area and learn more about vitamins and nutrients.

SOURCE: Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics