6 Ways to Get Some C’s
Keeping my immune system strong is one of my top priorities and Vitamin C is essential. Since the human body cannot produce or store Vitamin C, we must consume it from external sources, primarily through fruits and veggies. Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant, but it’s important to keep your Vitamin C levels up as a PREVENTATIVE measure, rather than a cure for illness. Here are my top 6 ways to get some C’s!
Liposomal Packets - since Vitamin C is water soluble, one of the most efficient ways to get it into our bodies for full absorption is in liposomal form. It bypasses the typical absorption constraints in the digestive system. I always take individual packets with me when traveling or in other high-germ areas. I take one packet before traveling and one immediately after arriving at my destination, and then the same on the way back. These are my tried and true favorite.
Lemon water - yes, another reason to drink lemon water every.single.morning! Not only will you stimulate your the detoxification and elimination process and support your liver, but lemon juice will also give you a MAJOR dose of Vitamin C. As if you needed another reason to make that a part of your morning routine (even if that IS your morning routine!).
Red, Yellow, Orange Bell Peppers - (not green). Cut them up and dip them in hummus or homemade guac, add them to stir-fry or slice them into your salad.
Cherries - super antioxidants! I love buying a bag of frozen organic cherries and adding them to a smoothie with frozen banana, spinach and macadamia nut milk. I also add a scoop of Sakara Metabolism Powder and you can also use cacao powder for the same chocolate cherry effect. It is SO good and basically tastes like ice cream.
Green Veggies - such as kale, broccoli and brusells sprouts ALL pack a powerful dose of Vitamin C. Kale is also really high in beta carotene (more so than carrots) and I swear my uptick of kale consumption is the reason my eye sight improved (my eye exam actually showed that I needed a lighter prescription than I needed previously)! I love tossing kale in a salad with romaine lettuce and baby spinach, or sautéing it with ghee butter, salt and pepper as a side dish. I cook broccoli ahead of time (either boiled or steamed) and toss it in with pasta or grain bowls throughout the week. I also love throwing brusells sprouts in the air fryer and whipping up a honey sriracha glaze (highly recommend!).
Strawberries - a bowl of strawberries topped with a splash of coconut water, cacao nibs and cinnamon is one of my favorite breakfast options. You can also get frozen strawberries when not in season, which are flash frozen at peak ripeness and contain just as many nutrients as fresh. Use them in a smoothie for a boost and the “ice cream” texture you get when adding frozen fruit instead of fresh.
I’d love to hear your favorites! Remember, you can support your immune system in many ways, with food being one of many. Get quality, restorative sleep regularly, manage your stress, and get moving too!
