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

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

Lucinda’s Top Immunity-Boosting Tips 

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

Fruits🍊
Oranges, lemons, and grapefruits (vitamin C superstars).

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

Kiwifruit (bursting with vitamins and potassium).

Vegetables & Spices🥦

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

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

Proteins🍗

Chicken, turkey (great for vitamin B6).

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

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