In the wake of the outbreak of the novel COVID-19, Medical Practitioner Benjamin Nyarko has thrown more light on the steps one can use to boost their immune system.
Speaking on Adom TV’s “Nkwa Hia” hosted by Afia Amankwah Tamakloe, Dr Nyarko spelt out some simple tips that can aid in boosting the immune system against the virus.
According to Dr Nyarko, early morning exercises helps the blood circulates smoothly. He also encouraged everyone to take in the early morning sun which contains vitamins D.
He further highlighted some fruits that also aids to boost the immune system. He mentioned that fruits like grape, apricot, Mango, pawpaw, watermelon provides the body with Vitamins A. Starwberries, grapes, oranges, lime, lemon, Pineapple and apple also gives the body Vitamins C. Dr Nyarko emphasized that tomato also gives the body Vitamins C but needs to be eaten raw. He mentioned that it loses it strength when it gets into contact with heat, hence should not be cooked before consumption.
Fruits like sunflower seeds, avocado, blackberries also gives vitamins E.
Omega-3 foods also constitutes of salmon, herrings, Indian almonds and spinach also a great immune booster.
Dr Nyarko disclosed that the COVID-1 managed to kill a lot of the Whites because of the excessive in take of refined sugar and processed foods.
He emphasized that the excessive intake of these refined sugar gradually weakens the immune system of the body
Everyday activities that stresses the body also weakens the immune system he stated. Dr Nyarko has recommended an 8 hour sleep for adults and 10 hours sleep for children up to 14 years to boost their immune system.
Source: www.ghgossip
