Now more than ever, immune health is something we should be focussing on. With Covid-19 weighing on everyone's minds, what can we do to boost our immune systems to fight the virus? Luckily, we have Matakana superfoods right here in Rodney, and their products can get you the vitamins and minerals you need. 

You can try to keep your immune system - and your body - healthy to give it the best chance of fighting an infection. This is where things like a balanced diet, regular exercise and sleep come in. Although the only thing that could stop the virus would be a vaccine, a strong and healthy immune system will help your body fight the virus and recover faster. 

Nutrients from a range of healthy foods are needed in the processes that are triggered as your body fights an infection. The important things to get into your body are vitamins A, B, C, D and E and the minerals iron, zinc and selenium. These micronutrients play important roles in the immune system. 

Vitamin A and zinc help to maintain the integrity of the skin and lining of vital organs and the respiratory system, vitamin B12 and iron are essential for the production of haemoglobin which carries oxygen in the blood. Vitamin C, E and selenium help to control inflammation. 

Matakana SuperFoods is a world leader in the research and marketing of new foods from New Zealand and around the globe: foods which contain unique qualities and super-nutrients that support health and well being.

They have a huge range of different products, all with properties to help your body heal and be its best. You can support your immune system by incorporating one of their nutrient-dense super powders to your daily smoothie, breakfast bowl or baking. Or try their super capsules, for a quick way to support your health on a daily basis.

Their website (https://www.matakanasuperfoods.com/) also has heaps of recipes to help you incorporate more superfoods into your diet, to make it as easy as possible to get some extra goodness.