Jakarta –
The Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) virus has begun to enter Indonesia. Take care of your immune system by consuming these antioxidant-rich foods!
HMPV is a virus that is similar to flu. This virus, which attacks the respiratory tract, is spreading massively in China and has reportedly started to enter Indonesia.
Health Minister Budi Gunadi Sadikin appealed to the public not to panic, because this is not a new virus and has been known in the media world for a long time.
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Even so, you still have to maintain your immune system by consuming foods that have antioxidant properties. Apart from being able to prevent it, this food is also good for recovery.
Quoted from the Times of India (07/01/25) here are 5 foods high in antioxidants.
1. Various types of oranges
 Orange fruit is rich in vitamin C. Photo: Getty Images/DianaHirsch |
Citrus fruits such as oranges, lemons, and grapefruits are good sources of vitamin C. 100 grams of oranges contain 53 grams of vitamin C.
Vitamin C acts as an antioxidant which will ward off free radicals. Apart from that, vitamin C also functions to produce white blood cells.
It is an important component in the immune system, so it can fight infections. Vitamin C can protect lung tissue from oxidative stress.
2. Salmon
Eating salmon can prevent the HMPV virus. Salmon is rich in high amounts of omega-3 fatty acids. These healthy fats are anti-inflammatory essential fats.
100 grams of salmon contains 2,150 mg of EPA and DH omega-3 fatty acids. These fats can improve lung health to reduce the effects of inflammation.
Apart from that, it is also useful for fighting infection and the recovery stage. Not only salmon, omega-3 fatty acids can be found in mackerel and sardines.
