3 Fruits to Boost Your Immunity and Beat Coronavirus!


In the month of March 2020, Covid-19 or coronavirus was declared as a global pandemic by the World Health Organization. Since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, the world has been fighting against the virus using different ways, while doctors and scientists are working tirelessly in the search for a vaccine.

The onset of the virus led to a lot of confusion and fear in the minds of people around the globe, about ways to prevent getting infected. While the world waits for a medical breakthrough, The Tipsy Marketer has done some digging to bring you the best immunity boosting fruits that can help your body resist the coronavirus and other viruses by boosting your immunity.

1. Papaya

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A tropical healer, rich in Vitamin C, papaya could be critical in giving your body a healthy dose of Vitamin C. Papaya contains an enzyme known as papain, that has anti-inflammatory effects. Inflammation is a factor in many illnesses and infections, and anti-inflammatory enzymes such as papain can help fight off bacterial infections such as sinusitis.

Papayas help in recovering a compromised folate-deficient immune system due to the presence of potassium, Vitamin B, and folate, which is an effective cell-builder. Folate or Vitamin B9 helps to keep your cells healthy and nourished and it the recommended intake of folate is 400 micrograms a day.

2. Kiwis

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Kiwis are small fruits that pack a blast of flavor and a ton of health benefits! The green outer layer is rich in Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Vitamin E, folate, and potassium. Vitamin K has a significant contribution in keeping the immune system healthy, and Kiwis help replenish the body’s Vitamin K reserves. In addition to being a great source of fiber, kiwis also contain a good amount of antioxidants.

These nutrient-dense fruits are loaded with Vitamin C, and just a cup of kiwis provide for 273% of the essential daily recommended value. Vitamin C plays a major role in boosting your immunity system and is known to help prevent the likelihood of cold or flu-like diseases. Kiwis might actually be your weapon to beat the coronavirus!

3. Blueberries🍇

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Blueberries are one of the most nutrient-rich foods on the planet as they are packed with powerful antioxidants such as anthocyanins. Blueberries are also known to help you keep your blood pressure and cholesterol levels in check, by increasing the antioxidant value of your blood.

Anthocyanins are responsible for the characteristic blue color of blueberries. The large proportions of bioactive compounds in these sapphire berries place them high on the Aggregate Nutrient Density Index (ANDI). ANDI rates foods based on the vitamins and mineral content, antioxidant capacity, and phytochemical composition. With an ANDI score of 132, blueberries are placed among the top fruits for nutrient density.

Along with eating a variety of fruits to balance all the necessary vitamins, nutrients, and minerals, it is essential to consume a balanced diet with fruits, vegetables, legumes, and pulses, in the right proportion and sufficient quantity.

Before signing off, The Tipsy Marketer would like to remind you to also drink plenty of water to keep yourself hydrated!

Be sure to consume 8-10 glasses of water daily.

Drinking plenty of water is the best option, additionally, you should also eat certain water-based foods, fruits, and vegetables, such as lemon juice (diluted in water and unsweetened), tea, and coffee.

But be cautious not to consume too much coffee and resist sweetened fruit juices, syrups, concentrated fruit drink, carbonated beverages because they all include high sugar concentrations. This will not only help you to stay healthy but will also help you shed some kilos!

Do let us know, in the comments section below, what precautions you and your family take to keep the coronavirus at bay!

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