Stay Healthy without Breaking the Bank

 

In these challenging times, keeping our bodies healthy and protected should be on top of everyone's priorities. And to most people, "healthy" means "expensive". Which shouldn't be the case.

Aside from exercise and wearing masks, here are some of the most affordable foods that you can get, that can help you strengthen your body's immunity system without breaking the bank;

Lemons are one of the most acidic fruit in the world, it's rich in Vitamin C, potassium, magnesium, and flavonoids.  Lemons are a great antioxidant that can help prevent cancer and other major diseases. It can also help in lowering blood pressure and the risk of stroke, especially in women. 

Though most doctors wouldn't recommend consuming lemons or any citrus fruits, to people suffering from acid reflux, do you know that drinking lemon water can reduce heartburn? Lemon is known to have alkalising effect that helps eliminate acid and toxins in our body.

Like lemons, calamansi is also a great source of vitamins and minerals.

Calamansi helps regulate cholesterol, glucose, and insulin levels. This small citrus fruit is usually at around 88php  per kilo and can be brought at per bundle rate of  7 to 8 pesos is also a good remedy for remedy of cough, colds as it reduces mucus and nasal and lung bacteria, it also helps fight inflammation. Calamansi can also aid in collagen production and in whitening skin and acne marks.

Drinking a glass of calamansi juice or fresh lemonade at least once a week helps improve your immune system and meet your dietary need for Vitamin C and E.

Ginger;

Ginger is considered as Super Food. It's rich in antioxidants that help prevent toxins, inflammation, and stress that damages your nerves and DNA. It helps reduce blood clotting and helps in the production of white blood cells.

Ginger is also known for helping your body fight high blood pressure, heart and lung diseases. Its also used in reducing skin irritation and pigmentation. 

 

Ginger is also found to help reduce the risk of heart attack, cancer, and Alzheimer's disease.

Other benefits of consuming ginger are the following;

- helps keep your breath fresh and mouth healthy

- reduces nausea and vomiting

- help soothes muscle pain

- a great remedy for arthritis.

Garlic is one of the most famous and often used root crops. It's a staple ingredient in every kitchen. Garlic is known for its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory contents. It is rich in fiber, Vitamin B1, B6, C, and Iron. It can help improve skin conditions, memory, lower the risk of high cholesterol, and heart diseases.

Coconut oil is high in saturated fat. This plant-based oil is used in improving hair growth, oral health, and skin condition. It also aids in better metabolism, and nail growth.

Cucumber is great for relieving joint pain like gout and helps in preventing headaches and diabetes. 

Cucumber is rich in potassium, magnesium, and manganese. Cucumbers are great for rehydration and skin rejuvenation. 

Adding cucumber into your shakes or drinks helps in rehydration and helps cool down your body more.

Broccoli:
Rich in Vitamin C, fibers, and fatty acids. Brocollies are great for lowering blood pressure, and for maintaining healthy colons. It's also high in calcium and iron which is great for blood and bones.

Malunggay
Considered as a superfood, malunggay is Vitamin A, protein, and calcium. These super-affordable greens are good for improving blood circulation, can also help in treating constipation, diarrhea, and ulcer. It's not just a great source of calcium it's also a great source of fiber, vitamin C, E and is also known to have anti-bacterial properties.

Staying healthy doesn't also have to be expensive. With a quick trip to the supermarket or even to you're local community market, you will be able to find a lot of affordable vegetables and proteins.

Stay Healthy and Safe..