As a pilot, you’ve most likely eaten a lot of airplane food. And, depending on what you ate, you felt good or not so good. During these times of uncertainty we all want to feel as good as we can. Unfortunately when people are under stress, their feelings of angst can rise, suppressing their immune systems. But by eating immune-boosting foods, you not only increase your immunity, you may also feel less anxious.
Watching what we eat is something we can all control. By choosing immune-boosting foods, you’ll be healthier and reap the benefits of being in a more positive mood!
Reduce anxiety and boost your immunity by eating:
These are both rich in vitamin C, which studies has been shown to support your immune system.
Spices such as ginger, garlic and turmeric are great for you and can be added to soups, stews, or salad dressings.
Zinc is proven to have virus-fighting effects. Foods in this category include oysters, clams, mussels, cashews, liver, beef and egg yolks.
Foods that are rich in magnesium and help support immunity, they help you to feel calmer too. This includes legumes, nuts, seeds, leafy greens, and whole grains.
Fatty fish like wild Alaskan salmon contains omega-3 fatty acids, which may help reduce anxiety.
Pickles, sauerkraut, miso, and kefir can all help boost your immune system and support your anti-anxiety diet.
Staying at home during these challenging times can increase your anxiety and even cause you to over indulge in foods that aren’t so good for you. But with a little planning, you can make good food choices and even boost your mood and immunity.
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