News India Live, Digital Desk: Vitamin c rich foods: As soon as there is a slight change in the weather, especially when the cold starts knocking, the sounds of sneezing and coughing are heard in the house. Problems like cold, cold and cough become common. Many of us immediately run to the doctor or start taking medicines. But do you know that the power to fight this uninvited guest is present in your kitchen?
Yes, we are talking vitamin C of. It is not just a vitamin, but is the ‘security guard’ of our body’s immunity. Let us understand in easy language how it works and what things you can easily find it.
Why is vitamin C so important?
- Makes immunity strong: Vitamin C makes our body’s army, ie white blood cells, which fights germs of diseases.
- Reduces infection: It helps to cure any kind of infection in the body quickly. Many studies have also found that vitamin C can reduce the duration of colds. Meaning if you have to stay cold for 4 days, then perhaps it will be cured within 2-3 days.
- A powerful antioxidant: Vitamin C helps to compensate for the weakness and damage in our body during illness.
Where will you get the treasure of vitamin C other than oranges?
When we hear the name of vitamin C, the first orange comes to the mind. But there are many other things in which more vitamin C is found than oranges.
- Gooseberry: If it is called the ‘superhero’ of vitamin C, it will not be wrong. A small gooseberry contains many times more vitamin C than oranges. You can make it raw, juice or eat it as marmalade.
- Guava: You will be surprised to know that guava is also a big source of vitamin C. This fruit is sweet in taste and wonderful in properties.
- Lemon: Easy lemon in every house is rich in vitamin C. Drinking lemon juice in lukewarm water in the morning or drinking it on salad is very beneficial.
- Capsicum: Especially red and yellow capsicum contains a good amount of vitamin C. You can use it in salad or vegetable.
- Orange and Mausambi: These are the most popular sources of vitamin C. It is better to eat them directly than drinking their juice, so that you also get fiber.
So the next time the weather changes, before it depends on medicines, include these natural things in your diet. This will not only save you from cold, but will keep your health healthy for a long time.
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