Boost Your Immune System Simple things you can do to stay
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of your immune system as your body’s watchdog, your first line
of defence against germs, bacteria and viruses like influenza.
It’s a complex system of cells, tissues and organs that requires
balance to function optimally. There’s no magic pill that boosts
immune function, but you can help it along by adopting these
healthy living strategies. Eat the rainbow Like an army, your
immune system needs nourishment to fight off its enemy. Eating a
diet rich in antioxidant vitamins and nutrients can help. Just
about any combination of fruits, vegetables, nuts and legumes
will do, but when possible opt for those with high
concentrations of - VITAMIN A: Shown to help white blood cells
fight infection more efficiently. - FIND IT IN: Spinach, sweet
potatoes, carrots. - VITAMIN C: Improves the absorption of iron,
an essential mineral that helps