Bobo.id – Keep body endurance In this time of the COVID-19 pandemic, it is very much needed, friends.
Moreover, cases of COVID-19 in Indonesia are currently increasing with new variants that are easier to spread and have more severe effects.
One way to improve body endurance is to maintain food intake.
In fact, many people have done this. However, there are still many who choose the wrong food or regulate the amount of food intake.
There are several types of foods that can actually lower the immune system if consumed in excess.
Anything? Come on, find out!
High Sugar Foods
Wow, this one food is the favorite of many children.
Yep, sweets are delicious. However, if consumed in excess it can cause the immune system to decrease.
Sourced from Kompas.com, consuming excess sugar or eating foods that contain high sugar substances can suppress immunity. High blood sugar levels can also reduce the ability of white blood cells to fight disease.
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Therefore, do not consume too many foods or drinks that are high in sugar, yes, friends.
Examples of foods high in sugar are canned or dried fruit, rice, ice cream, and so on.
High Salt Foods
Salt is indeed used as a flavoring and can preserve food, but if it is too much it is also not good for the body.
In studies conducted on humans and mice, consuming too much salt can cause a decrease in endurance.
According to researchers, when the kidneys excrete excess salt, the effect is to reduce the body’s ability to fight viral infections.
In addition, excess salt can also cause high blood pressure and kidney disease.
Examples of high-salt foods are instant food, seafood, canned food, and so on.
Ideally, we limit foods that are too high in bad fats, added sugars, and salt.
To make your immune system stronger, eat more fibrous foods such as fruits and vegetables.
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Don’t forget to also fulfill important nutritional needs such as carbohydrates, protein, good fats, vitamins, and minerals from various foods and pay attention to their processing to stay healthy.
How to Increase Endurance with Turmeric Carrot Juice
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Carrots can be processed into juice with a mixture of turmeric to increase endurance.
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One way to increase endurance is to make this one juice drink.
The ingredients are easy to find and of course easy to make. We only need carrots and turmeric to make it.
Do you like eating carrots? Carrots contain vitamin A.
However, carrots also contain vitamin C which is known to maintain the body’s immune system.
Carrots also contain beta carotene which can maintain the health of our organs.
Turmeric itself has become a medicinal spice that makes the body always healthy!
When combined into juice, both can also help maintain our digestion and cholesterol levels, you know!
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Plus, the combination of carrots and turmeric will make the juice taste fresh, because there is a delicious combination of sweet and slightly sour!
Already curious how to make it? Come on, take a peek at this easy recipe for carrot and turmeric detox juice at home.
How to make healthy carrot and turmeric juice:
1. Prepare 8 medium-sized carrots and wash them thoroughly. We can use carrots with the skin for maximum content.
2. Prepare one medium-sized turmeric that has been peeled.
3. Can prepare 2 lemons or limes for a fresher taste (optional).
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Turmeric illustration
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4. After the ingredients are ready, immediately juice everything and drink immediately.
If you don’t drink it right away, you can store it in the refrigerator for a maximum of 24 hours, because after that the nutrients will decrease drastically.
Come on, try making this healthy carrot and turmeric juice for our health!
(Author: Marcella Oktania, Irawan Sapto Adhi)
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