Lately the weather has a bit chilly on side of Nigeria and feel like we are up north in Canada. So you fight against cold, here are homemade natural juices that I will be try out.

Citrus juice: Citrus fruits such as orange, grapefruit e.t.c contains vitamin C which has antioxidant properties, which protect your cells from substances that damage the body. So if if you have a cold, high doses of vitamin C might result in less severe symptoms and a quicker recovery.

Apple, Orange and, Carrot juice: The apples and oranges give you your vitamin C.Vitamin A, which is also critical to a healthy immune system is present in carrots and carrots also contain vitamin B-6, which plays an important role in immune cell proliferation and antibody production. You could add ginger for flavor.

Tomato juice: Tomatoes are rich in vitamin B-9, commonly known as folate. It helps lower your risk of infections. Tomatoes also provide modest amounts of magnesium, an anti-inflammatory.

Watermelon juice: Watermelon is rich in vitamin C and arginine (which can bolster your immune system), but it also can help relieve muscle soreness. Muscle soreness is a common symptom of the flu, especially in older adults.

Pumpkin seed milk : The pumpkin seeds are a great source of zinc. Zinc is already a common ingredient in many cold remedies, due to its positive effect on both inflammation and the immune system.

So sure to try out some of these remedies to combat the cold and stay healthy.