Immunity in a bowl: 5 summer fruits that protect you from illness

Written by: Deepa

05 June 2025

Do you find yourself getting sick a lot in the summer time? This is because intense sun & higher temperatures of summer, coupled with dehydration. Which can weaken the body's defenses.

Photo Credit: Shutterstock

But nature is here to help you out. Here are 5 incredible summer fruits, bursting with vitamins, hydration, & antioxidants to enhance your immune system.

Photo Credit: Shutterstock

Mango is full of vitamin A, C, and beta-carotene which can improve immunity, eliminate free radicals, and keep your skin healthy.

Mango

Photo Credit: Shutterstock

Watermelon is really good for you as it is 90% water with Vitamin C that will help to detoxify your body while enhancing the immune response. The lycopene in watermelon is an antioxidant that helps to reduce inflammation.

Watermelon

Photo Credit: Shutterstock

Papaya is high in Vitamin C & papain enzyme which improves gut health & digestion. It also helps reduce oxidative stress & inflammation in the body.

Papaya

Photo Credit: Shutterstock

Oranges are loaded with Vitamin C, which is necessary for the production of white blood cells that are needed to combat infection. Oranges also have potassium to keep us hydrated.

Oranges

Photo Credit: Shutterstock

Lychee is not only delicious, but it is also rich in Vitamin C, potassium, & antioxidants that help to ward off viral infections & improve heart health.

Lychee

Photo Credit: Shutterstock

Use these summer fruits to improve your immunity every day - they taste awesome, are natural, & you get other health-benefits too! But, before adding anything new to your diet, especially if you take medications or have health conditions, please consult with your doctor or a licensed nutritionist.

Final Takeaway

Photo Credit: Shutterstock

Tap on that love ❤️ button. Stay tuned for what’s coming next!

Video Credit: Tata 1mg

If you found this helpful,

Arrow