TheJakartaPost
Please Update your browser
Your browser is out of date, and may not be compatible with our website. A list of the most popular web browsers can be found below.
Just click on the icons to get to the download page.
Five superfoods for the transition between seasons
The Meteorological, Climatological and Geophysical Agency has stated that throughout September to November, Indonesia will be entering a transition period from dry to rainy season. The transition period often affects people’s health because of the extreme changes in temperature.
Change Size
To survive the transition period between seasons, US nutritionist Farah Fahad recommends five superfoods to help improve your immune system (Shutterstock/File)
T
he Meteorological, Climatological and Geophysical Agency has stated that throughout September to November, Indonesia will be entering a transition period from dry to rainy season. The transition period often affects people’s health because of the extreme changes in temperature as quoted by Tempo.co.
To survive the transition period between the seasons, US nutritionist Farah Fahad recommends five superfoods to help improve your immune system.
Pumpkins
The most common virus in the transition period is the common cold. Consuming pumpkins that are rich in vitamin C will help you improve the body’s immune system. The high level of vitamin A in pumpkins is also considered beneficial. “Vitamin A speeds up skin renewal as it produces collagen,” Farah suggests.
Brussel sprouts
Brussel sprouts contain sulfur, which helps eliminate toxins from other food or the environment. It is also rich in vitamin K and various minerals that can improve brain and nerve function.
Apples
Red apples contain an antioxidant called quercetin that can improve the body’s immune system. Apples are also known to be high in soluble and non-soluble fibers that help with the digestive system.
Sweet potatoes
Apart from complex carbs, sweet potatoes also offer potassium and other beneficial elements. “Electrolytes, calium, calcium, magnesium, and sodium will help balance out water retention, muscle contraction and the heart function,” Farah suggests.
Daikon
Daikon offers energy-giving nutrition including folate as well as vitamins B6 and B5 which are important for energy production and metabolism. (asw)
