11 Foods That Could Help Keep You From Getting Sick

Those Emergen-C drinks you chug when you're fending off a cold? It's because of their "vitamin C." You could take the tablets and drink the drinks, but they aren't quite as tasty as the real thing, so load up on citrus fruits like grapefruit, oranges, and lemons.

Fresh lemons are the easiest way to add bright and bold flavor to chicken breasts. In this recipe, you're using the zest and the juice for the seasoning and the sauce.

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You only need five ingredients (plus salt and pepper) to make this healthy roast pork dish.

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Not only do they have B vitamins riboflavin and niacin, which keep your immune system healthy, but they also have selenium. Sassos says, “Selenium is an essential nutrient that our bodies can’t make and we need to get through food. Research shows that individuals with low levels of selenium have a reduced ability to respond to viral infections.”

Sure, risotto may take a bit of time to come together, but the stirring is therapeutic, as is the end result. Bonus: it tastes even better the next day!

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Throw these on the grill and you'll have the bonus benefit of loading up on fresh air and vitamin D. The balsamic-soy marinade is a game-changer.

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To keep your immune system strong, add fermented foods into your diet. These foods—such as miso, pickles, olives, and yogurt—help increase the good bacteria in your gut (which is where the majority of your immune system is), and can up your production of antibodies.

Have some extra time? Make your own yogurt! It's extra-fresh, creamy, and smooth. And it earns you major bragging rights.

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Don't toss the jar of leftover pickle juice! It—along with some bourbon, honey, and spices—makes the perfect brining solution.

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When you think vitamin C, you probably think citrus, but surprisingly, red bell peppers have twice as much vitamin C as citrus, plus they're a source of beta carotene. Who knew?

Is there anything more comforting than a warm baked pepper stuffed with beef, rice, and cheese? We don't think so. This is our classic recipe—once you master them start experimenting with our Cheesesteak and Chicken Parm varieties.

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Jarred red bell peppers give this creamy pasta the kick you've been searching for.

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Broccoli is packed with vitamins (A,C, and E), minerals, and tons of antioxidants, so if you want to get some serious bang for your veggie buck—go hard with the broccoli.

This easy broccoli salad is the perfect meal prep recipe. Besides being well-rounded and healthy, we think it's even better the next day. If you're vegetarian, swap out the bacon for a diced avocado.

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Feel free to add some extra broccoli in there to sneak in some extra veggies. No one will mind.

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Citrus isn't the only source of vitamin C. According to Sassos, you can fill up on it with your favorite summertime too.

Watermelon + cucumbers is one of the most refreshing combos of all time.

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We add just a a little kick to complement the sweetness of the watermelon, but if you're a fan of spicy foods, feel free to go crazy with the chili powder.

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Garlic breath is totally worth the many immune-boosting benefits, thanks to the large amount of allicin garlic contains, a sulfur-containing compound that keeps your immune system strong.

This recipe calls for SIX cloves of garlic. And the rest of the ingredients are probably things you have in your pantry right now.

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