This post is sponsored by the Florida Department of Citrus. All comments and opinions are my own.
The cold and flu season is in full swing. Now there are lots of different opinions on the best ways to treat the various cold and flu symptoms. Some folks opt for homeopathic options, others load up on as many medicines as possible while some folks just let it run it’s course.
Of course the best advice is to be proactive and try to avoid getting sick in the first place. Washing your hands often is always a good start. Always try to get plenty of rest and boost your immune system with plenty of fresh fruits and veggies!
Yep, a diet rich in nutrient-dense food is essential to support the immune system during cold and flu season. Instead of reaching for soda filled with empty calories, you can drink a a glass of Florida Orange Juice instead! An 8-ounce serving of Florida Orange Juice provides more than 100 percent of the recommended Daily Value of vitamin C and also delivers other key nutrients such as potassium, folate and thiamin.
So you not only get great taste but also a big boost of key immune system-supporting nutrients.
If you’re feeling a little under the weather or those pesky cold symptoms are creeping up, try making this tasty Turmeric Boost recipe. The Florida Orange Juice, ginger and turmeric will give you a quick burst to help you start to feel better. It’s a quick and easy way to mix up a beverage that will put a little pep back in your step!
- 1/2 cup Florida Orange Juice
- 1/2 inch piece of grated ginger
- 2 tbsp. honey
- 1 large pinch ground turmeric
- Whisk all the ingredients together until combined.
- Pour into a small serving glass and drink immediately.
