5 foods to fight the flu!

In other posts we had already talked a little about certain foods that help us against certain diseases. But in this one we are going to focus a little more on the foods that help us against one of the most common evils of this beautiful season. Discover which foods are to combat the flu.

The flu and colds

If you already have a flu or want to avoid it, what you need are foods that serve as expectorants. An expectorant is a substance that helps you expel bronchial secretions, such as phlegm and mucus. This happens because it makes them more liquid so they can be removed more easily. And there are many foods that help us in this process. It is very important to include them to prevent illness or even if we are already sick. Like, for example:

• Garlic and onion: As they are foods with sulfur compounds, they are very good expectorants. Apart from that they make your food taste great.
• Ginger: Ginger helps you eliminate cough and treat a throat irritated by it. It tastes great with different drinks and in certain types of dishes.
• ** Mushrooms: **Mushrooms and mushrooms help your body produce certain agents that help fight infections and provide others that improve the immune system.
• Honey: Honey naturally provides many antioxidants and compounds that help you fight bacteria. Plus, it’s deliciously sweet.
• Pineapple: Of all the fruits, pineapple is the one we prefer as an expectorant. It has vitamin A, B and C and many other things that help fight the symptoms of a cold and strengthen the immune system. So be sure to include these foods in your diet these days 🙂 Remember that if you cook the pineapple it may lose its properties! But above all, please don’t forget to go see your doctor if you feel bad.