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11 Best Foods To Boost Kid’s Immunity

Last Updated on September 12, 2017  by Tanya Mutreja

Small babies often suffer from common ailments. And parents panic. Natural, isn’t it? The best way to deal with those ailments could be never letting them happen.

“Prevention is better than cure.” Heard of it? Why not apply it? Start feeding foods that boost baby’s immunity & build a strong immune system. Medicines cure the illness but fail to safeguard the baby from the problem and that is when immunity takes charge.

This is what I learned from my sister’s experience with her daughter’s illness and several visits to the doctor.
Now, the question that would come up is –

 

What is immunity?

It is simply the quality or state of being immune. The body’s immune system aids in protecting a person from foreign infections that can affect the body. And tailoring your baby’s diet with essential nutrients is the best way to go about it. And having a strong immune system is really important to fight those infections.

How do I increase my baby’s immunity? Is that the question that popped into your mind right now? How about increasing it naturally? Yes, it can be done. While there are a number of ways to proceed with it, tailoring your baby’s diet with essential nutrients is the best way to go about it.

Which foods can boost my kid’s immunity?

There are many ways to build a stronger immune system but healthy eating habits and immunity boosting foods top them all. Well, healthy eating habits can help your baby build a strong immune system. And that is when foods like these take charge –

  1. Carrots
  2. Cheese
  3. Papaya
  4. Ginger
  5.  Chicken
  6. Red Bell Pepper
  7. Garlic
  8. Spinach
  9. Yogurt
  10. Turmeric
  11. Watermelon
foods to boost baby immune system

Baby foods to increase immunity

Well, I am not telling you to cut down on medicines totally, but look into the long-drawn solutions to the problem. – I suggested to her, and so will do to you.

Let’s watch this short video displaying 7 Immunity Boosting food items for your baby that are at your home.

Does including immunity foods to my child’s diet really help?

Minor health problems can be kept at bay if the right foods are served from the very start. A nutritious diet plays a vital role in building a strong immune system for your baby with the hygiene, vaccinations, and sleeping patterns kept in mind. My sister included immune-boosting foods into her baby’s diet plan. Gradually she saw a change in her baby’s general health and well being.

Also, see what our expert Dr. Michelle Frank has to say about it at the bottom of this article.

Let’s look into more foods which can help your baby’s immune system.

11 Super Foods To Boost The Baby’s Immunity

1. Carrot

This brightly colored vegetable has beta carotene in great amounts. Baby’s body turns this beta-carotene to Vitamin A, thus helping the baby to regulate the immune system.

Carrot to boost kid's immunity

Carrot Puree For Baby’s Immunity

2. Cheese

A good source of Zinc, cheese plays a massive role in enduring the immune system. Zinc assists in the production of antibodies which helps fight infections.

 

cheese to increase baby's immuntiy

Cheese to increase baby’s immunity

3. Papaya

Loaded with nutrients, papayas have a decent amount of potassium, Vitamin B, and folate, which are beneficial for the overall health of the babies.

foods to boost baby immune system

Papaya for kid’s immunity

4. Ginger

Helps prevent the cold from taking hold in the very first place. Also, helps in decreasing chronic pain and controls cholesterol.

Ginger help baby immune sysytem

Ginger to increase baby’s immunity

5. Chicken

Grandma’s favorite remedy chicken soup, has got some hard science behind it, mommies! It helps ease the symptoms of the common cold.

6. Red Bell Pepper

A rich source of beta carotene, it helps to maintain a healthy skin.

Bell Pepper Boost Kid's Immunity

Red bell pepper to boost kid’s immunity

7. Garlic

As mentioned in video, garlic does much more than just punching up the flavor of the food. Due to the ability to fight bacteria, viruses, and fungi, it helps beat the skin infections.

8. Spinach

There are a lot of nutrients present in this super-food. Folate being one of them helps the body to make new cells and repair DNA.

9. Yogurt

A great source of Vitamin D. It helps to regulate the immune system of the baby and is known to boost the body’s natural defenses against diseases.

10. Turmeric

Well known for giving curries their rich yellow colour, this spice is rich in circumin which helps the baby to fight colds and flu.

11. Watermelon

Apart from being refreshing, this great fruit has plenty of an antioxidant called glutathione. It helps the baby’s body to strengthen its immune system and fight infections.

Expert advice on baby immunity

Doctor of Medicine
University of Seychelles, American Institute of Medicine

Dr. Michelle Frank on how immune boosting components are beneficial for your child’s immunity.

With the progress of time, has come the progress of medicine. However to this day every medical professional advocates a healthy lifestyle, before prescribing medications. Incorporating immune boosting components into your little one’s daily meals is the most basic way to keep the nasty bugs at bay. Fresh ingredients host a wide variety of vitamins and minerals that are the fundamental building blocks of one’s immune system. Starting from a young age your baby’s system can be fortified to act against the daily pathogens it is exposed to.

Want a precise answer to your questions? Take a quick look at one of our mom’s query on nutritious foods to increase immunity power. Post your queries in the comments sections below and get expert’s advice.

Happy Parenting! 🙂

Categories: Growth & Development Tagged With: baby food, baby health, baby immunity, immunity, immunity boosting foods, immunity foods, kid's immunity, strong immune system

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About Tanya Mutreja

A kid fanatic. Have no frills about it, its just the truth. Loves to write about Baby Care and Mommy issues. Keen to learn, share and connect with moms on the exhilarating journey called Parenting.

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  1. AvatarHarry Idate says

    October 11, 2018 at 2:51 pm

    Hi there! Being a mom is a very hectic job as it involves constant taking care of your children and making sure they don’t fall ill. My mom has been giving me Dabur Chyawanprash since I was 3 years old and it has helped me stay away from infections such as cold and cough. I would suggest you visit to know more about how to improve the immunity in your children.

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  2. AvatarTasnia Rushdi says

    November 30, 2017 at 10:39 am

    It’s really helpful. I’m Tasnia Rushdi from Bangladesh, writing first time, but I couldn’t understand where would I write my baby’s problems, can you help me? I like your site and want to continue writing about my baby’s health care.
    Thank you.
    Best regards.

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    • AvatarTeam Babygogo says

      November 30, 2017 at 12:33 pm

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  3. Avatarsarika says

    November 7, 2017 at 10:50 am

    thanks for the information, thanks a lot.

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  4. Avatarthe immune system says

    May 9, 2017 at 9:25 pm

    I pay a quick visit everyday a few websites and sites to read content, except this blog offers feature based writing.

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  5. AvatarKawal says

    March 3, 2017 at 4:39 pm

    Awesome. I will introduce these foods in my baby’s diet from today itself. Thank you so much. 😃😃

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    • AvatarTeam Babygogo says

      July 20, 2017 at 1:11 pm

      Thanks for sharing your feedback with us Kawal. 🙂

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  6. AvatarShima says

    February 12, 2017 at 2:59 pm

    Very help full. My baby is suffering for cold and coughing regularly. Sometimes suffer bonculic asma. Fully depend on medicine

    Reply
    • AvatarTanya Mutreja says

      March 3, 2017 at 4:29 pm

      Hey, Shima. Glad that you found it useful. Do try these foods they would surely help in improving your baby’s health.

      Reply
  7. Avatartanvi says

    February 10, 2017 at 2:59 pm

    Thanks this is really helpful to decide on healthy food choice

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    • AvatarTanya Mutreja says

      March 3, 2017 at 4:31 pm

      Pleased to hear that Tanvi. We try our best to share as much useful content as we can for your baby’s healthy growth. 🙂

      Reply

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