Coronavirus: 10 Foods to Arm Your Immune System

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Olive Oil

Olive oil may be high in fat, but it's a good one to have in your diet. The explanation for this one is simple: olive oil is rich in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, "good" fats that go hand in hand with strong immune systems. Olive oil is also known for its high concentration of Vitamin E (a vitamin that protects the skin) and polyphenols, antioxidant compounds that help the body fight aging. Other foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids include: fatty fish (salmon, mackerel, anchovies, sardines, etc.), eggs, canola oil, soybeans; and for omega-6 fatty acids: nuts, seeds, soybeans, poultry, fish, eggs.