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Foods that can weaken the body’s immune system
1. Sweet foods and drinks
2. Crackers
3. Foods high in omega-6 fats
4. Fried foods
5. Sausage
6. Refined carbohydrates
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Weather
not being friendly right now.No wonder
disease
seasonal like
flu
coming.
To prevent this, you have to keep your immune system strong.
There are many ways to keep your immune system in top shape.One of them is by controlling food intake.
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Foods that can weaken the body’s immune system
Several nutritious foods are believed to help improve the body’s immune system.But some foods can do the opposite, damaging the immune system.
In the midst of weather like now, it would be a good idea for you to avoid the following immune-damaging foods, as reported
Healthline
.
1. Sweet foods and drinks
It’s no secret, limiting sugar intake is good for overall health, including endurance.
Foods and drinks with added sugar can increase the production of inflammatory proteins that negatively impact the immune system.
High blood sugar levels can also affect the response of white blood cells in the immune system.As a result, white blood cells have to work hard to protect the body from infection.
2. Crackers
Foods high in salt such as crackers can interfere with the body’s immune response.
A small study in 2014 found that high salt intake negatively affected levels of monocytes and inflammatory markers in white blood cells.Meanwhile, white blood cells themselves have an important role in the body’s immune system.
Salt can also inhibit immune function, suppress anti-inflammatory responses, and change gut bacteria.
3. Foods high in omega-6 fats
A diet high in omega-6 fats can increase the expression of pro-inflammatory lipids which can weaken the immune response.Conversely, a diet high in omega-3 fats can improve immune function.
Research also finds that consumption of foods high in omega-6 fats in obese people can cause immune dysfunction.
However, the relationship between omega-6 fatty acids and immune responses is not yet known with certainty.Further research is needed to confirm this.
4. Fried foods
Fried foods such as fritters contain high amounts of molecules known as advanced glycation end products (AGEs).AGEs are formed when sugars react with proteins or fats during cooking at high temperatures, such as frying.
AGEs levels that are too high in the body can cause inflammation and cell damage.
AGEs are also believed to weaken the immune system in several ways.For example, by increasing inflammation, weakening antioxidant mechanisms, causing immune cell dysfunction, and negatively impacting gut bacteria.
Therefore, researchers believe that a diet high in AGEs may increase susceptibility to some diseases, such as malaria.
5. Sausage
Processed meat such as sausages and nuggets contain high levels of AGEs.
Apart from that, processed meat is also high in saturated fat.Some studies show that a high-fat diet can cause immune system dysfunction.
A diet high in saturated fat can also cause systemic inflammation and compromise immune function.
6. Refined carbohydrates
Refined carbohydrates such as white bread can be harmful to the immune system.
Bread is included in the category of foods with a high glycemic index which triggers spikes in blood sugar and insulin.This has the potential to cause increased production of free radicals and inflammatory proteins.
Additionally, a diet high in refined carbohydrates also alters gut bacteria, which can have a negative impact on the immune system.
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