Turmeric to curd; foods to eat post Covid vaccination
Whether it's time for you to get your second dose or a booster shot, here are foods you must consume
Whether it's time for you to get your second dose or a booster shot, here are foods you must consume to recover quickly from vaccine side-effects.
Updated on Jan 11, 2022 12:25 PM IST 9 Photos
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While many people are due for their second doses in the coming days, frontline workers and elderly with co-morbidities are all set to get their booster shots. To minimize the minor side-effects of the vaccine like fever, pain, headache, weakness, fatigue, gastric acidity, discomfort and nausea, it is important to consume certain foods. Deepti Khatuja, Head Clinical Nutritionist, Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurgaon suggests foods to include in your diet post getting vaccination.(Pixabay)
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Turmeric: Turmeric is a bright orange root with a slightly bitter flavour and often used in Indian cuisine. In India it has been used for medicinal culture due to its curative properties. An active compound called curcumin is responsible for its anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antiviral and anti-fungal qualities. Turmeric is loaded with antioxidants, that can protect the body from free radicals and strengthen the immune system. It is effective against flu and cold. It can also be taken in the form of turmeric tea and adding lemon juice and honey will not just improve the taste but also add essential phytonutrients and vitamin C.(Pixabay)
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Ginger: Like turmeric, ginger also has antimicrobial properties that can help boost your immune system. Ginger imparts a slightly sweet and spicy flavour to tea blends, and is a popular ingredient in both caffeinated and herbal teas.(Pixabay)
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Green leafy vegetables: Green leafy vegetables apart from good source of fiber are also rich in vitamin C, E, provitamin A carotenoid, folate, manganese, antioxidants and most importantly the antagonist vitamin K. They are also rich in phenolic compounds. Vitamin C and vitamin A help to strengthen immunity.(Pixabay)
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