Strong immunity can protect against many diseases.
It is very important to pay special attention to the health of women.
Women are known to neglect their own well-being while taking care of their loved ones and often invite unnecessary health problems. It is very important to pay special attention to women’s health because a woman’s body is more sensitive than a man’s.
According to Dr. Rasika Mathur, Senior Dietician, Nanavati Max Hospital, many diseases can be avoided by increasing the immunity of a woman. She further suggests 5 categories of food that can help prevent diseases in a woman.
1) Vegetables and citrus fruits
According to Dr Rasika Mathur, green vegetables contain high amounts of antioxidants which protect the body from free radicals and hence help in reducing the risk of cancer. All women are advised to consume at least two to three types of colorful vegetables and citrus fruits daily. Citrus fruits such as blueberries, strawberries, blackberries, grapes, oranges and kiwis are useful in boosting immunity.
2) Salad
Fiber is also extremely beneficial for us as it helps in the digestive system. Once your intestines are healthy then the brain also works in a better way. Not only this, fiber also eliminates the bad effects of unhealthy food.
3) seed
Since women and men are very different biologically, it is suggested that women should consume more seeds than men. They have various antioxidants such as dietary fiber, and omega 3 fatty acids, among others. These antioxidants play an important role in increasing immunity. All women are advised to eat one seed each of pumpkin, linseed, ragi, jowar and bajra every day.
4) Dairy Products
Dr Rasika Mathur further believes that we all require maximum protein daily and dairy products should also be a part of the diet. We should substitute milk, curd or buttermilk in our food. Also, we can replace milk with dal as it is equally beneficial.
5) Nuts
We all are aware of the nutritional value of nuts. Almond especially helps in increasing immunity. Eating almonds, walnuts, apricots, dry dates and dates is likely to make you immune to many health problems.