6 foods that help fight the flu
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Getting your flu shot isn't the only way you can help prevent the flu. What you eat can also help lower your odds of coming down with a nasty bug, says Rachel Berman, R.D., health content manager for About.com. Check out her favorite flu-preventing foods:
Pumpkin Seeds
Pumpkin seeds are full of zinc, which helps white blood cells fight off illness. Try these Sweet and Spicy Pepita Clusters to get your fix.
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Tuna
This fish is an excellent source of selenium, which helps protect cells from free-radical damage and boosts your immunity. Try this healthy Mediterranean Tuna Sandwich to ward off the flu in a delicious way.
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'Shrooms are packed with beta glucans, which help the body fight infection. Warm up with a yummy bowl of Mushroom-Barley Soup, one of Bergman's faves.
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Sweet Potatoes
Can't get enough sweet potatoes this time of year? That's a good thing: Sweet potatoes are rich in vitamin A, which fights free radicals that could weaken your immune system. Try one of these 10 healthy sweet potato recipes.
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Enjoy a hot cup of green tea, and you'll reap the drink's amazing antioxidant benefits. Find out more about the health perks of green tea.
Yogurt
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Probiotics, found in yogurt and other naturally fermented foods, help your body maintain a healthy and strong immune system. Find the best yogurt for you.