Recipe Roundup: Low-Carb Recipes with Immune-Boosting Ingredients
With all that is going on in the world regarding COVID-19, we are all looking to practice physical distancing to avoid catching this deadly virus. We are all searching for answers and looking for tips on how we can stay healthy. Making sure our immune systems are in tip-top shape is vital in not only avoiding catching the coronavirus but to our long term health as well.
Since we are all stuck at home, this is a perfect time to try a few new recipes. Bond with your family and try making one or all of these delicious concoctions, all containing immune-boosting ingredients. Enjoy great food while getting healthy!
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Keto Lemon Meringue Cupcakes
Vitamin C plays an essential role in bodily functions and also is vital to maintaining good health. Vitamin C also increases the production of white blood cells, which help fight infection. Since all citrus fruits contain it, it’s easy to find one you like. This delicious Keto Lemon Meringue Cupcake has easy to follow directions and is sure not to disappoint!
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Keto Brocolli Tots
Broccoli is packed with vitamins and minerals. It contains Vitamins A, C, and E, as well as many antioxidants and fiber, making broccoli a great choice for your vegetable. It can be served steamed, roasted, or like in this recipe, turned into a creation that even your children will love!
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Immune Boosting Quarantini
Being stuck at home can drive you mad… or to drink. What better choice for an adult beverage than something that contains vitamin C and will help you kick back and relax in the evening? Vitamin C has many health benefits, it not only will boost your immune system, but it can also help lower your blood pressure and your risk of heart disease. Cheers!
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Blueberry Keto Breakfast Bar
Blueberries are an excellent source of nutrients. They are low in calories, but high in fiber and vitamins C and K. This high in antioxidants superfruit may also help to lower blood pressure, reduce heart disease, and improve our brain function and memory. Blueberries are great on their own (freeze for longer shelf life), delicious in smoothies, or can be used in recipes like this one. Enjoy!
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Spinach Salad with Warm Bacon Dressing
While we are stuck at home and less active than we usually are, we are likely all watching what we eat. This simple salad won’t take long to throw together and will give you a healthy dose of folate, vitamin A, vitamin C, fiber, and iron. Dark leafy greens like spinach can be a great source of magnesium, which can help boost your immune system and is also known to improve blood glucose control. A win-win!
While we are stuck home, it is an excellent time to focus on staying healthy. Eating nutritious foods and staying active is our best defense!
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