A great way to fight off the flu is to eat! Of course, you must choose the right foods to help boost your immune system. Try eating more fruits, vegetables, whole grains and low-fat dairy to help fight off the flu. Try a variety of these foods to get the essential nutrients you need for good health.

Snack on walnuts, pecans or other tree nuts to get a boost to your immune system.They are loaded with vitamin E, which can help ward off viruses and reduce your chances of developing the flu.

Snack on almonds and blueberries instead of a candy bar. As they lower blood sugar, healthy snacks can improve cognition. In this case, the omega-3s in the almonds and the antioxidants in the blueberries can keep your brain functioning correctly.

Oatmeal

Oatmeal is a great way to start your day! Oatmeal is full of omega-3 fatty acids, folate, and potassium. This fiber-rich superfood can lower levels of LDL (or bad) cholesterol and help keep arteries clear. Oatmeal is the product of ground oat groats . The term, ‘oatmeal’ can refer also to other products made from oat groats, such as cut oats, crushed oats, and rolled oats.

Pumpkin
Did you know that pumpkin’s orange hue is from carotenoids? Carotenoids are wrinkle-fighting plant pigments that help neutralize free radicals in the skin, keeping them from damaging the cells that fast-forward aging. Pumpkin is filled with vitamins A, C, and E, as well as powerful enzymes that help to cleanse the skin. Pumpkin also has hydrating properties. All this good stuiff is found in the pulp, not the seeds ( I know they are good to eat too).
Pumkin Smoothie Recipe:

Strawberries

I LOVE Strawberries. They are one of my favorite fruits. Did you know that strawberries have more anti-aging vitamin C per serving thanan orange? Research published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition shows that people who eat foods rich in C have fewer wrinkles and less age-related dry skin than those who don’t. Vitamin C helps fight free radicals, which damage cells and break down collagen, leading to fine lines.

For smoother, more hydrated skin, apply a natural-berry mask like the one below once or twice a week. Don’t forget to eat vitamin c-rich foods everyday.

Mango

Mangoes are the world’s most heavily consumed fruit—not surprising when there are more than 1,000 known varieties. The deep orange color of a mango comes from beta carotene, a powerful antioxidant. Mangoes also contain good amounts of vitamin C and fiber. For a quick mango smoothie, combine 1 cup diced mango, 1 banana, 1 cup vanilla yogurt and a splash of orange juice in a blender and mix.

Kiwi

A study from Rutgers University compared 27 of the most popular fruits, determining that the kiwi is the most nutritionally dense of them all. One tangy-sweet kiwi supplies a full day’s dose of vitamin C, plus good amounts of potassium, a mineral linked with healthy blood pressure. Plus, kiwi contains more vitamin E, an antioxidant, and more lutein, a nutrient connected with protecting your vision, than almost every other fruit or vegetable—for only 50 calories. Enjoy a kiwi unadorned: simply cut it in half and scoop with a spoon.

Grapefruit

Now is the time to buy those sweet, tart and tangy, grapefruits that are in their prime! Grapefruit is an excellent source of vitamin C and a good source of fiber, potassium and folate. Grapefruits provide lycopene, an antioxidant associated with prostate health. Studies have shown that the soluble fiber in grapefruit may be beneficial in lowering cholesterol.

The clementine is the smallest of the mandarin oranges. Clementines are a tasty, nutritious snack. Eat two a day and you will get a day’s worth of vitamin C, for only 70 calories which makes the clementine a power food! They are easy to peel and great with lunch.

Not all fats are thesame. Some fats damage your body and promote disease while others can actually help prevent certain diseases. try toalways avoid unhealthy trans fat an limit saturated fats in your diet. You should include healthy fats, such as monounsaturated and polyunsaturated, which include omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids.

Healthy fats are essential for the: