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Hai, I get sick very frequently. Once in two months I get fever for a week or cold and cough or mouth ulcers. I feel drained often. I am pure veg. What are the food to be taken to improve my immune system of the body.
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Falling sick frequently could be a sign of low immunity, nutritional deficiencies or stress. It's very important to focus on nutrient-rich foods that will naturally support your immune system.
Here is what you can do to build your immunity:
- Include a variety of fruits and vegetables especially rich in vitamin c like amla, guava, bell peppers and leafy greens which will help support your immune system.
- Include healthy fats such as nuts and seeds which will help absorb fat soluble vitamins like A,D and E which improve your immune system.
- Include more protein in your diet such as lentils, tofu, paneer, and milk which will support antibody production.
- Exercise regularly as it will help build a stronger immune system.
- Drink enough water and sleep adequately which will help your recover better.
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If you fall ill very frequently, do consult us for a personalized diet plan which will help support your immunity.
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Hi, I understand your concern â frequent fever, cold, cough, and mouth ulcers are often linked to weak immunity, nutritional gaps, and sometimes hidden deficiencies (like Vitamin B12, D3, or iron), especially in vegetarian diets.
However, since this is recurring and draining your energy, it would be best to review your complete diet, lifestyle, and medical history in detail. A personalized diet plan can help identify root causes and boost your immunity naturally.
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ð Letâs book a private consultation where I can analyze your nutrition gaps and create a tailored plan for you. Would you like me to schedule your slot this week?
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Hi
To improve your immunity and have better health add fruits and vegetables atleast 3 to 5 servings everyday
Add some nuts like badam soaked in water remove the peel and eat 8 to 10 no’s
Walnuts 3 to 5.
Fruit juice
The quantity , quality, type of cooking and time when you eat different foods also matters.
Need to have plenty of water and fluids to also flush out the toxins also.
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Pls contact on Practo will be able to suggest different options to improve your immunity
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Good evening,
You need well balanced diet.
Check for your B12 vitamin.
Do a complete blood test.
Contact personally for a customized diet plan.
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Please check Vitamin D, iron levels. Also include foods like ginger tea, lemon, amla in the diet to support the immune system.
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Ms. Ridhima Dhingra
Dietitian/Nutritionist
22 yrs exp
Bangalore
Please get you hemoglobin and Vit D checked and also send what you eat in a day
It could be due to some nutritional deficiency
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Ms. Neema Yadav
Dietitian/Nutritionist
5 yrs exp
Kolhapur
Frequently cold, cough and mouth ulcers, it usually indicates low immunity, vitamin/ mineral deficiency or lifestyle factors
Nutrients for immunity and healing
Vitamin C
Boost immunity, heal mouth ulcer
Amla, orange, lemon , guava, bell peppers
Vitamin D
Deficiency lowers immunity
Sunlight, supplements if low
Zinc
Helps fight infections and ulcers
Pumpkin seeds, nuts , beans, egg
Iron and B12
Low level cause fatigue, recurrent infections
Green leafy, lentils, eggs, lean meat , supplements
Probiotics
Improve gut health and immunity
Curd, buttermilk, kefir, fermented foods
Omega 3
Reduce inflammation
Flaxseed, walnuts, fatty fish
Lifestyle Tips :
Sleep 7-8 hrs daily
Manage stress with with yoga/ meditation
Stay hydrated
Limit excess tea, coffee, junk and very spicy foods
Maintain oral hygiene
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Ms. Somya Jain
Dietitian/Nutritionist
9 yrs exp
Delhi
Get your full body blood work done
Then connect over consultation to help you better
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Ms. Trupti Padhi
Dietitian/Nutritionist
16 yrs exp
Bhubaneswar
Good evening pls connect through practo app.
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