7 Vitamin C-Rich Foods For Boosting Your Immunity
By Krati Purwar
February 13, 2025
Vitamin C is a crucial nutrient your body needs to fight infection and build immunity. It is also considered good for your skin. This February indulge in these fruits and vegetables to load your body with antioxidants.
Chilli Peppers
A green chilli reportedly has 109 mg of vitamin C. If you are not used to eating spicy food, it’s time you start with one chilli at a time.
Parsley
Parsley or coriander leaves also have vitamin C. It is also a rich source for antioxidants and vitamin K. Add a generous amount in your meals.
Kiwi
Kiwi is loaded with nutrients. It is a little expensive but can be incorporated into a diet via smoothies, juice, and fruit chaat.
Lemon
Tangy lemons are rich sources of vitamin C. Now that we are closer to the summer season, you can enjoy a fresh batch of lemonade or drizzle juice in curries to balance salt.
Broccoli
Did you know that half a cup of broccoli has 51 mg of vitamin C? If you were not convinced before, this should make you search for ways to incorporate vegetables in your meals.
Guava
As the world is enjoying the spring season, it is the perfect time to indulge in guavas before they disappear from the market.
Mustard Spinach
A cup of mustard spinach has closer to 200 mg of vitamin C making it a primary ingredient to include in salads, curries, and smoothies.
