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Big Love for Your Immune System! šŸ§”


By Lucinda Railton, Functional Nutritionist, The iWellness Method 


The colder months have arrived  which brings me on to the subject of immunity.  Your immune system is your bodyā€™s best defence against illness and your partner in healing and repair. Itā€™s an amazing network of white blood cells, proteins, organs, and more, working together every day to keep you well.

As the seasons shift, itā€™s a great time to show your immune system a little extra love. Autumn and winter, in particular, call for some added TLCā€”think vitamin C for colds and vitamin D to make up for shorter, darker days. The good news? Thereā€™s so much you can do to help keep it strong, and it all starts with food and simple lifestyle tweaks.

Lucindaā€™s Top Immunity-Boosting Tips 

Here are some foods to add to your plate for that extra boost:

FruitsšŸŠ
Oranges, lemons, and grapefruits (vitamin C superstars).

Berries like blueberries, strawberries, and elderberries (antioxidant-packed).

Kiwifruit (bursting with vitamins and potassium).


Vegetables & SpicesšŸ„¦

Garlic and ginger (hello, natural germ fighters!).

Spinach, broccoli, and red bell peppers (loaded with vitamins A, C, and E).


ProteinsšŸ—

Chicken, turkey (great for vitamin B6).

Shellfish like oysters and crabs (zinc for immune strength).

Yoghurt with live cultures (gut health = good immunity).


    Grains & LegumesšŸŒ¾
    Lentils, chickpeas, oats, and barley (full of immune-boosting nutrients).

      Herbs & SpicesšŸŒæ
      Turmeric (anti-inflammatory superhero).
      Echinacea (a favourite for immune health, especially as tea).
      Manuka honey can help treat infections with antiviral and anti fungal properties.

        Fluidsā˜•
        Green tea (rich in antioxidants).
        Bone broth (nourishing for gut health).
        Agua de Madre Remedio (a delicious fermented lemon & ginger paste for a warming, immunity-boosting drink).

          Healthy FatsšŸ„‘
          Olive oil and avocados (support inflammation control).

            Fermented FoodsšŸ„¬
            Kimchi, sauerkraut, and miso (great for gut health).

              šŸ’”Top Tip: The more colour on your plate, the better! Stay hydrated and pair vitamin C-rich foods with iron-rich ones for maximum benefits. As with every thing in life ā€œthe dosage makes the poisonā€. The iWellness Method is not about restriction, instead slowly nourish and crowd the body systems with functional foods for true balance.

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              By Lucinda Railton, Functional Nutritionist, The iWellness Method


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