12 recipes to boost the immune system

Strengthen your immune system

12 recipes to boost the immune system

We've rounded up some of our favorite juice and smoothie recipes to help you get through cold and flu season.

These recipes are divided into three categories: immune-boosting recipes, gut-friendly recipes, and feel-good recipes.

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IMMUNE SYSTEM STRENGTHENING RECIPES

To boost the immune system, smoke a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, which provide essential vitamins, minerals, and enzymes, and juicing is one of the easiest and most effective ways to give our body the nutrients it needs. It is excellent for keeping our digestive system healthy and boosting our immune system. Boost your immune system with these healthy recipes to get you back on your feet!

Recipes 01

Bring the beet in!

With its beautiful color and bold flavor, this nutrient-dense juice is guaranteed to get you going. Beetroot is rich in immune-boosting vitamin C and contains an abundance of potassium, iron and magnesium. These valuable nutrients are key to a strong immune system, especially during cold and flu season. Ginger has also been shown to have antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral properties. Combined with vitamins and minerals, including the energy-rich vitamin B found in leafy greens, this easy-to-make juice is as delicious as it is healthy.

1 large beetroot
30g chopped kale and/or spinach
½ bulb of fennel
1cm piece of ginger
1cm piece of turmeric
½ small organic lime (with zest)
½ apple

Recipes 02

Everything in the green!

Cucumbers are a good source of antioxidants that fight free radicals. They also contain vitamin C and magnesium to boost the immune system. Celery helps boost the immune system due to its high content of beneficial minerals, including potassium and folic acid. With its delicious lime flavor, this easy recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Make a batch of this recipe and freeze the juice in ice cubes to save for later.

2 to 3 sticks of celery
½ large cucumber
½ fennel bulb
½ small organic lime (with zest)
½ apple
½ orange

Recipes 03

In the wild wellness

You probably know the saying: "An apple a day, no trouble with the doctor!". That's because apples are rich in nutrients that support our immune system. The skin of apples contains flavonoids that help regulate the immune system and reduce inflammation. Apples are rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds that help keep us healthy during times of illness and flu. Carrots are high in beta-carotene, which reduces cell damage and keeps inflammation at bay. Consume this juice first thing in the morning so that the day begins with a good dose of wellness.

2 carrots
1 large turnip and/or spinach
1 apple
½ small organic lemon (with zest)
1 ½ cups Swiss chard

Recipes 04

berry strong

This smoothie recipe tastes so good, you won't even realize it's packed with immune-boosting nutrients! That's because the fresh berries contain an abundance of anthocyanins. These flavonoids are extremely powerful antioxidants that keep our immune system working at its best. Berries also help reduce inflammation in our bodies and keep us healthy. Rich in antioxidants, raw honey has powerful antibacterial properties that help keep the digestive system working properly while boosting the immune system.

90g frozen berries
½ apple, sliced
Orange
120ml nut milk (or other plant milk)
120g yoghurt
1 tbsp raw honey

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BODY-FRIENDLY RECIPES

Most of our immune system resides in our gut. In addition, the "good bacteria" help to strengthen our immune system. However, when there is a shortage of these good bacteria or an excess of bad bacteria, a variety of symptoms can occur.
These recipes contain ingredients that are not only easy to digest, but also contain nutrients that help your gut stay healthy and happy.

Recipes 05

Pink carrot juice

This pretty juice recipe packs a punch, especially when it comes to boosting gut health. Because carrots have been shown to promote proper digestion by helping to stimulate the digestive juices in our gut. They also have a proven anti-inflammatory effect and give us a boost of valuable vitamins, including vitamin A, potassium and biotin. The acidity in lemon juice can help break down food so our bodies get the maximum amount of nutrients we need to stay healthy. It is best to drink the juice 20 minutes before a meal to aid in digestion.

4 carrots
1 apple
1 large turnip
½ small organic lemon (with zest)

Recipes 06

For a good "good"

Just like lemons, limes are acidic and aid in the production of saliva and the breakdown of our food for optimal digestion. They are also rich in vitamin C, which in turn strengthens our immune system. In addition, cucumber is highly alkalizing and moisturizing, and rich in nutrients such as vitamin C. Enjoy this fresh juice with a meal, and if you have a fresh sprig of mint handy, feel free to add it for an extra refreshing taste!

1 small organic lime (with zest)
1 apple
½ large cucumber
A handful of leafy greens
1 sprig of mint (optional)

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Spicy tomato juice

If you like eating delicious ripe tomatoes, you will love this recipe! Tomatoes are not only rich in immune-boosting vitamin C, but have also been shown to help with regular elimination. This benefits our digestion and helps us feel light, healthy and energetic. Ginger combined with turmeric has antiviral and antibacterial properties and may help reduce inflammation throughout the body. For an extra boost of nutrient-dense vitamins, try juicing lemons with the zest on.

3 ripe tomatoes
2 sticks of celery
1cm piece of ginger
1cm piece of turmeric
½ small organic lemon (with zest)

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Pineapple Berry Pie Smoothie

Pineapple lovers, watch out! This simple yet unique smoothie is packed with immune-boosting nutrients and gut-friendly enzymes that promote proper digestion. Pineapple is an excellent source of bromelain, an enzyme that helps our body digest the food we eat. Pineapple is also rich in vitamin C, which contributes to a strong immune system. The probiotics in yogurt provide an extra dose of gut-friendly bacteria to help keep us in top shape all season long. The fiber from the oats promotes digestion and also gives the smoothie a pleasant consistency and taste.

1 banana, peeled
120ml nut milk
120g yoghurt
120g frozen pineapple
90g frozen berries
40g rolled oats

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FEEL-GOOD RECIPES

Avoiding illness can be stressful. In fact, stress can weaken the immune system, leading to a reduction in overall quality of life. That's why it's equally important to focus on promoting our mental well-being.

Recipes 09

The early bird catches the worm

The star of this uplifting recipe is grapefruit, which is packed with nutrients to help you look, feel and act at your best. Grapefruit is an excellent source of immune-boosting vitamin C, and its aroma is known to reduce stress and anxiety. Start the day refreshed and full of energy with a glass of fresh grapefruit juice.

The added bonus of this recipe is the ginger and turmeric, both of which can reduce inflammation in our bodies, helping to reduce symptoms that lead to tiredness and depression.

2 carrots
1 grapefruit
1cm piece of ginger
1cm piece of turmeric
1 sprig of mint (optional)

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No stress smoothie

then try this smoothie! It is not only packed with easily digestible ingredients and immune-boosting nutrients such as potassium and copper, but also has an additional wellness effect thanks to the avocado. Avocados are a good source of folic acid, which has been shown to help relieve anxiety. They're also rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which elevate mood and promote brain health.

240ml nut milk (or other plant milk)
1 banana
130g fresh spinach leaves
100g pineapple
¼ avocado
20g grated coconut (optional)

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Good mood juice

Leafy greens are an important part of an immune-boosting diet and are high in magnesium, which plays a key role in brain function and mood. Adding leafy green vegetables like kale, spinach, and Swiss chard is a wonderful way to increase your intake.

2 sticks of celery
1 apple
200g fresh spinach leaves
1cm piece of ginger
1cm piece of turmeric
½ grapefruit

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Spicy freshness

Are you feeling a little down? This savory juice recipe is sure to help lift your spirits! Fennel gives this juice a warm and soothing taste and is also good for digestion. Celery contains dibutyl phthalide, which has been shown to lower levels of stress hormones in the blood. Dehydration can exacerbate our stress symptoms and lead to a build-up of toxins in our bodies. Cucumbers have a high water content, which helps our body stay hydrated. We recommend preparing this juice recipe first thing in the morning so you can start your day feeling refreshed.

2 sticks of celery
1 apple
130g chopped kale
½ large cucumber
1cm piece of ginger
½ grapefruit
¼ fennel bulb