Find out which foods will help boost your immune system 



Onion
Onions contain a lot of quercetin, a substance which helps strengthen the body's defenses, and also helps combat allergies.

Garlic
Garlic is a font of allicin, a substance which boosts the body's immune system.

Probiotics
Yogurt and fermented milk contain microorganisms which will bolster your body's defenses.

Broccoli
Filled with vitamins A, C and E, it also contains a lot of antioxidants, which makes it the perfect vegetable to combat sickness.

Capsicum
Citric fruits are known for having high levels of vitamin C, but capsicum actually contains twice as much and is also a source of beta-carotene.

Sunflower seeds
With high levels of vitamin E, these seeds help to protect your body's cells against toxic substances.

Oysters
They're rich in zinc, which helps to repair the body's tissues and helps when recovering from injury.

Strawberry
Strawberries are rich in vitamin C, which helps in the production of the body's defense cells, increasing resistance to infection.

Cabbage
These dark green leaves are high in antioxidants which are fundamental to maintaining a strong immune system.

Carrot
Carrots are rich in beta-carotene which strengthens the body against infection.

Coconut oil
Coconut oil is rich in lauric acid and caprylic acid, as well as possessing antiviral and antibacterial properties

Tomato
Tomatoes are a great source of beta-carotene, a substance which helps boost the immune system.

Shitake mushrooms
This type of mushroom contains lentinan, a substance that increases the production of defense cells in the body.

Green tea
Green tea is high in catechin, a powerful antioxidant which aids the immune system.

Ginger
Ginger is a natural expectorant, which also reduces inflammation and pain.

Nuts and seeds
Nuts and seeds are rich in vitamin E, which is a key ingredient to having a strong immune system.

Citric fruit
Citric fruits are always a solid choice when it comes to strengthening your immune system, thanks to their high levels of vitamin C.

Orange
Oranges are universally known for being rich in vitamin C, and even just the juice can bolster your natural defenses.

Salmon
Salmon is high in omega 3, which reduces inflammation, increases air circulation and will help the lungs of cold sufferers.

Royal jelly
The jelly stimulates the immune system, helping combat infections and viruses.

Honey
Honey contains substances that work as natural antibiotics, and is useful in treating flu and colds. It can also help in treating lung and throat problems.

White tea
This tea is rich in catechin, a powerful antioxidant. The substance strengthens the immune system.

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VOCABULARY WORDS:
1. Combat (v.) ~ take action to reduce, destroy, or prevent (something undesirable)
2. Toxic (adj.) ~ very bad, unpleasant, or harmful
3. Resistance (n.) ~ the ability not to be affected by something, especially adversely
4. Bolster (v.) ~ support or strengthen prop up
5. Inflammation (n.) ~ a localized physical condition in which part of the body becomes reddened, swollen, hot, and often painful, especially as a reaction to injury or infection

QUESTIONS FOR DISCUSSION:
1. Do you have a good immunity? When was the last time you got sick?
2. How do you boost your immune system?
3. Which of the foods mentioned above do you eat regularly?
4. What Korean foods are good for immunity? Give some examples.