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scientific evidence: - Ginseng: Several studies suggest that
ginseng can effectively enhance immune system function. - Avoid
ginseng if known allergy to plants in the Araliaceae family.
There has been a report of a serious life-threatening skin
reactions, possibly caused by contaminants in the ginseng
formulation. - Zinc: Zinc appears to be an essential trace
element for the immune system, but research on the effect of
zinc s