HOW-TO MEAL PLAN FOR YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM

It's one (of the many) question on everyone's mind right now... "How can I boost my immunity?"  And while there is NO secret strategy or magic potion that will turn you invincible to illness, your diet CAN support a healthier immune system, just like adequate sleep and stress management. Today, I'm sharing some key nutrients for a meal plan made for strengthening your immune system! 

Can foods boost my immune system?

While there is no single food or food group that can absolutely keep you immune from illness, there are certain nutrients that play important roles in keeping you healthy: 

1. BETA-CAROTENE -- It's an antioxidant that converts to Vitamin A and helps protect against infection by keeping tissues in the mouth, stomach, and respiratory system healthy. ​​
2. VITAMIN C -- supports your immune system by stimulating the formation of antibodies, which are designed to attack a virus or bacteria. 
3. VITAMIN D -- is needed to fight off invading bacteria & viruses. 
4. ZINC -- supports the growth & normal functioning of your immune cells.
5. PROBIOTICS -- are “good” bacteria that help change or increase intestinal bacteria to balance out your gut. This functional component may boost immunity. 

What foods contain nutrients to boost my immune system?

Sample Meal Plan for a Healthy Immune System

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Here's a breakdown of the meals mentioned in this sample Immune Boosting Meal Plan: 

• SUN: Salmon, Avocado & Scrambled Eggs Toast (via Cooking with Thore) 
• MON: QUICK & EASY RAMEN (via Choosing Chia) 
• TUES: ONE POT BURRITO BOWLS (via I Heart Nap Time) 
• WED: CHOPPED KALE GREEK SALAD (via Gimme Some Oven) 
• THURS: CAULIFLOWER AND CHICKPEA MASALA (via Budget Bytes) 
• FRI: SHEET PAN ROASTED SWEET POTATOES, SAUSAGE, AND BROCCOLI (via Kalyn's Kitchen) 
• SAT: CASHEW SHRIMP LETTUCE WRAPS (via Cookin Canuck) 

Let us know if you tried out this immune-supporting mean plan, or found some different recipes to enjoy!  Be sure to tag us @themealplanningmethod.

lindsey ​

P.S. Do you like these sample meal plans? Check out our Heart-Healthy Meal Plan too! ​