Recommendations to Strengthen the Immune System

Recently, everyone is seeking ways to strengthen the immune system. Stating that it may be beneficial to boil and consume plant shells such as lemon, orange, and bergamot, Internal Medicine, and Nephrology Specialist Prof. Dr. Gülçin Kantarcı underlined that people in special groups such as those with chronic diseases and pregnant women should definitely consult their physicians before consuming these products.

The coronavirus epidemic, which has affected the whole world, continues. Citizens, on the other hand, are looking for alternative ways to strengthen their immune systems in order not to get infected with the virus. Yeditepe University Koşuyolu Hospital Internal Medicine and Nephrology Specialist Prof. Dr. Gülçin Kantarcı gave information about foods that will help strengthen body resistance, saying that the immune system should always be kept strong, not only during the pandemic period, to protect against diseases.

“Consume Vitamin C and Zinc-Containing Foods”

Underlining that proper nutrition is important to keep the immune system strong, Prof. Dr. Gülçin Kantarcı: “It is right to consume more foods containing vitamin C and zinc. The immune-boosting effects of vitamin C-rich ginger and turmeric have been scientifically proven. Among the people, we see that ginger and turmeric are consumed by mixing with honey. It is significant to increase the consumption of green tea. Green tea is both an antioxidant and a good immune regulator.”
Emphasizing that it is necessary to boil and consume the peels of plants such as lemon, orange, and bergamot, Prof. Dr. Gülçin Kantarcı said, “There are very strong polyphenols in plant shells. These polyphenols adversely affect the activities of viruses and prevent the virus from entering the cell. Some of these plant shells are lemon, orange, and bergamot shells. If we add some honey to the drink that we will get by boiling these shells for a few minutes, you will get a mixture that will strengthen the immune system.”
“The Most Used Food in Strengthening the Immune System is 'Honey' ”

Drawing attention to the fact that the use of natural honey is also important in terms of immunity, Prof. Dr. Gülçin Kantarcı said: “Honey is one of the most used foods to strengthen immunity. The use of natural honey is important in this process. Again, the foods we consume such as carrots, garlic, lemon, and arugula are foods that strengthen immunity and have very high antioxidant effects. Some of these foods have blocking effects on the entry routes of the virus, and some have direct effects on the virus.”

“Pregnant Women Should Be Careful When Using Ginger”

Stating that every food should be used in sufficient quantities, Yeditepe University Hospital Internal Medicine Specialist Prof. Dr. Kantarcı: “It is important how often and in what dosage the consumed foods will be used. For instance, ginger should be consumed to fill a teaspoon. Consumption of ginger with honey or lemon is also important. But first and foremost, it is important to eat a balanced and healthy diet. There is no such thing as‘ I should drink two tablespoons of turmeric a day so that I do not get infected ’. These foods should be consumed at regular intervals. Because foods and plants can have as many negative effects as drugs. For instance, ginger can cause miscarriage when used in high doses in pregnant women. For this reason, it should not be forgotten that herbal products are supportive and complementary, and the physician should be consulted before using them."
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