According to Fallahi Nurjahan, a general practitioner, it is extremely important not to reduce the regular consumption of fresh vegetables and fruits in any way. The consumption of certain types of fish, as well as certain dairy products, significantly reduces the risk of colds in winter.
According to her, on cold days, the body especially needs a varied and healthy diet. The diet must include fish rich in vitamin D – salmon, sockeye salmon, tuna, and sardines.
“Dairy products are rich in probiotics and lactobacilli. Sauerkraut should also be on the winter menu, as it naturally ferments to produce a large number of vitamins, including ascorbic acid and probiotics. Pay more attention to protein foods, including animal protein. It provides us with many amino acids that are important for immunity,” Nurzhakhan said.
She emphasized that it is also important not to reduce the consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables.
“The better you think about and diversify your diet, the less likely you will be to catch colds during the cold season,” Nurzhakhan summarized.