Mafic is an adjective describing a silicate mineral or rock that is rich in magnesium and iron, and is thus a portmanteau of magnesium and ferric. Most mafic minerals are dark in color, and common rock-forming mafic minerals include olivine, pyroxene, amphibole, and biotite. Common mafic rocks include basalt, dolerite and gabbro.
These green florets are high in vitamin C, which helps strengthen the immune system. Broccoli may also inhibit the herpes simplex virus from reproducing. 2) According to recent research, cranberries may help to fight infection by the herpes virus, one of the most common viral infections.
However, since vasculitis is an inflammatory condition, choosing âanti-inflammatoryâ foods and avoiding âpro-inflammatoryâ foods should help control this disease. Anti-inflammatory foods include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, beans and legumes, nuts and seeds, healthy fats (like olive and canola oils, nuts and seeds, avocado, fish and seafood), and herbs and spices.