It is now possible to buy smoothies specifically  designed to boost your immune system.  Sales of this type of smoothie are growing more rapidly in the current climate where we are all becoming far more health conscious and far more concerned about the foods we eat.  Smoothie sales are big business but you do not need to spend a fortune if you invest in a home smoothie maker and start making your own immune system boosting smoothies including some of these great ingredients.

Choose Probiotics first on any list of ingredients to boost your immune system.  You can buy plain or vanilla live yoghourt from any supermarket.  Look for a low sugar, low fat variety.  Probiotics have been proven to promote a healthy digestive system but research is now showing that the first positive benefits are found in the body’s immune system as defences against infections and illnesses caused by bacteria and viruses are strengthened.

Choose Cantaloupe melon, Mango, Papaya, Guava, Grapefruit and Canteloupe Melon or add the juice from tomatoes or carrots to your smoothies to enjoy the immune system stimulating benefits of Vitamin A.  This vitamin is also vital for healthy skin so you will feel glowing on the inside and look glowing on the outside!

Choose oranges, lemons, lime, grapefruit, kiwi fruit, cantaloupe melon and strawberries for their high Vitamin C content.  Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant for neutralising free radicals in the body and if you have a cold or flu, smoothies rich in this vitamin will not only soothe your sore throat, but will also shorten the length of time you are feeling under the weather.

Choose Avocado, Gooseberries, Mango, Pineapple, Watermelon, Pomegranage, Passion Fruit, Grapes and Bananas to give your immune system a boost in the production of the antibodies needed to fight off infection.  They contain good quantities of the important Vitamin, B6 which also helps to maintain normal nerve function and in the formation of red blood cells.

Choose Blackberries, Dates, Raspberries, Loganberries, Pomegranates and Avocados if you have an illness or disease that has already weakened your immune system.  These fruits are all rich in Zinc which is vital for the promotion of healing.

Have fun combining fruits from each of the groups above, with the probiotic yoghourt and additional liquid which can be either juice, milk or a non-dairy milk such as soy, rice or almond milk.  Give your immune system a great boost without hurting your wallet  by making these health-giving drinks in your home smoothie maker.