These soups will help your immune system and help you feel better.
is officially in full swing now that the cold, short days of winter are here. However, that also means cold and flu season have arrived as well, now that we find ourselves indoors more than any other time of the year. But ironically, soup and sickness season are well-matched because a warm bowl of soup can be one of the best remedies for when you're feeling under the weather.
"When it comes to keeping your in fighting shape, the answer isn't hidden in a fancy supplement bottle, it's in your fridge, your , and even your spice rack," says Sapna Peruvemba, MS, RDN.
And thankfully, many of the ingredients commonly found in soup help to . "Most vitamins and minerals support immunity in some way, so a balanced, colorful diet full of whole, nutrient-dense foods is your best defense. However, certain nutrients play starring roles when it comes to boosting the immune system," Peruvemba adds.
Here, we'll highlight 10 soup options that contain some of these particularly effective immune-promoting nutrients. These soups will not only serve as a delicious meal when you're not feeling your best, but will simultaneously get you on the road to recovery!