A strong immune system can help you fight allergies and colds.

However, if you’ve already become the victim of a virus, a tough immune system will also help you recover more quickly from symptoms like a blocked nose and a sore throat. So, whether you wish to avoid this kind of illness or treat it when it’s already taken hold, here are a few examples of drinks that will help you to do just that.

These are all super tasty and are easily absorbed by the body, meaning you’ll reap the benefits pretty quickly!

1 – Watermelon and mint cooler

Watermelon, which contains the naturally-occurring chemical lycopene is the main ingredient in an immune-boosting beverage. Watermelon and tomatoes are brightly red because of a chemical called lycopene. It is a powerful antioxidant, meaning that it…