<em><strong><span class="preset_health">You can keep the common cold and other seasonal illnesses at bay by adding these five tasty foods to your diet today.</span></strong></em> <strong>Honey</strong> Add it to coffee, tea or even stir-fries for a touch of sweetness. But did you know that this ingredient is full of a special protein called defensin? “This protein actively breaks down bacteria and strengthens the body,” says Sheila Zhou, expert scientist at Usana. <strong>Chicken soup</strong> It sounds cliche but this comforting food does so much more than warm your body up. “Chicken soup is a beneficial meal that is full of fluids that keep you hydrated and prevent the more severe symptoms of a cold from developing,” continues Sheila. salmo [caption id="attachment_76209" align="alignnone" width="670"]<img class=" wp-image-76209" src="https://womenlove.health/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/Gravalax_Step2-SALT-CURE-200x300.jpg" alt="Make Gravlax At Home With This Step-to-step Guide salt salmon" width="670" height="1005"> Make Gravlax At Home With This Step-to-step Guide salt salmon[/caption] <strong>Salmon</strong> Eating salmon helps to keep hair healthy and shiny, all thanks to its fatty omega-3 goodness. “These oils have been found to reduce the production of prostaglandins 2-series, which are compounds in the body that can worsen inflammation,” says Sheila. “Salmon is also a major source of vitamin D, which promotes the activation of cells within the body that maintain the immune system.” <strong>Dark chocolate</strong> We'll take any excuse to keep reaching for that block of dark chocolate hidden in our pantries. “Research has shown that Theobromine, a derivative of cocoa, reduces the intensity and length of coughing,” says Sheila. <img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-68014" src="https://womenlove.health/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/the-carousel-dark-chocolate.jpg" alt="5 Foods To Keep The Winter Cold Away1" width="750" height="440"> <strong>Citrus fruits</strong> There’s a reason why people recommend taking vitamin C tablets when you’re about to get sick, but why not get it from the source itself.? “All citrus fruits are important sources of vitamin C, which support a healthy immune system which means your body is able to eliminate the threat of a virus before it strikes.” <span style="color: #808080;">Main image courtesy of <a href="https://womenlove.health/recipes/entertaining-wine/chargrilled-salmon-salad-luke-nguyen/">The Food of Vietnam by Luke Nguyen</a></span>
