L J Ravi Bangalore, 15th July, 2020: With people now stuck at home for over 100 days now, there are cautionary notes from experts as it is ripe for people to lose some of their immunity. Unable to go out, people lose immunity as they are not exposed to allergens and other causative agents that may trigger several health conditions. The boosting of one’s immunity is thus a must in these times. While regular exercise is a great way to stay healthy and free of many illnesses, diet too plays a major role in ensuring the body is healthy enough to fend off many of the disease-causing agents. Incidentally, the level of immunity is suspected to be behind the difference in the ability of individuals to withstand the onslaught of many a disease-causing organism. Chicken has been touted as an immunity booster as a result of the high protein content in chicken for one. Speaking of the benefits of eating chicken on immunity, Ms. Muthulakshmi, Nutritionist, Founder- Nutrizone said, ‘’We notice that those who have higher intakes of protein invariably have higher levels of immunity. Consumption of food with higher protein content is thus a sure-fire way to keep healthy.’’ Among the biggest suppliers of chicken in the country is Suguna Foods, a veteran in the poultry sector, Suguna has a few tricks up its sleeve to make chicken tastier by following the right methods. Suguna Foods, the veterans in the poultry industry, advises consumers on a few things to be aware of when purchasing and cooking chicken. Ideal chicken bird weight should be 1.7-2 kg. Allow the chicken to cook well during the cooking phase. It helps the thigh to cook at a slower pace and retain its moisture. Do not marinate a chicken for more than 24 hours. About 15-20 minutes is good enough for a transformation. Cooking the meat at a high temperature with a pinch of turmeric is always advisable. When thinking about what to pair with your healthy carbohydrates, think chicken! Chicken is a rich source of protein and contains all the amino acids your body needs for a healthy life.
