SOUPS FOR SPRING

Kate Save · Originally published 2023-08-23

In winter, there is often an influx in cold and flu symptoms and nutritional deficiencies due to limited sun exposure (and therefore Vitamin D!) and pattern of eating less nutrient-dense foods in the colder weather. As we enter spring, now is a great time to reflect on your current eating patterns and identify where you can get a nutrient boost, through eating more veggies and other whole food ingredients. Although soups are commonly associated with winter comfort meals, the addition of vegetables and protein make it a great immunity booster, particularly for those who may be lacking in essential vitamins and minerals. At Be-Fit Food, our soups are great source of protein and vegetables, simplifying healthy eating and keeping you a little warmer as the cool weather lingers. Key immunity-boosting essentials focus on: Vitamin A: An anti-inflammatory (decreases opportunity to catch an infection) Vitamin B6: creates antibodies to fight the infections & diseases. Vitamin C: Reduces the severity of symptoms & duration of disease. Vitamin D: Decreases rates of infection. Vitamin E, Zinc, Selenium: Aids with recovery of viral infection We offer a range of soups, catered to various dietary requirements and packed full of immunity-boosting ingredients: Trio of Green Soup Malaysian Spiced Pumpkin & Chickpea Soup Curried Pumpkin & Chicken Soup Italian Meatball Soup Chunky Chicken, Ham & Sweet Corn Soup Country Chicken, Pea & Ham Soup Cauliflower Leek & Bacon soup

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