Influenza

Foods That May Help

Foods linked to Influenza in the research literature.

• BroccoliProtects against
  about 4 oz broccoli sprouts

  ~4oz broccoli sprouts reduced flu viral load and inflammation vs alfalfa sprout placebo in smokers

  Source: How Not to Age

• Green TeaReduces risk of
  at least half cup daily

  Healthcare workers: 1.25 cups daily for 5 months = 3x less likely to get flu; half cup daily cuts URI risk in half

  Source: How Not to Age

• ElderberriesImproves

  Industry-funded studies showed benefits but independent study found elderberry group was sick longer (7 vs 5 days); raw elderberries form cyanide; supplements may cause pancreatitis

  Source: How Not to Age

• Broccoli sproutsProtects against

  Randomized double-blind study showed broccoli sprouts affected peripheral blood NK cells in context of live attenuated influenza virus

  Source: How Not to Age

• Green TeaProtects against

  Green tea consumption inversely associated with influenza incidence among schoolchildren; meta-analysis confirmed anti-influenza effects of catechins

  Source: How Not to Age

Recipes That May Help

• Rotini with Broccoli and Creamy Cauliflower Sauce
• Turmeric Quinoa with Broccoli, Chickpeas, and Tomatoes
• Broccoli with Sesame-Miso Sauce
• Broccoli and Quinoa Slaw with Wild Salmon and Hemp Pesto
• Vegan Broccoli and Cheese Soup

Sources

• How Not to Age