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Eating Well: Immune System Boosters


  • Recent studies show that by eating only six ounces of yogurt a day you can help prevent colds and significantly reduce hay fever symptoms.
  • Shiitake and oyster mushrooms are believed to strengthen the immune system.
  • Good immunity boosters include leafy greens, walnuts, Brazil nuts, tuna, sweet potatoes and broccoli.
  • Zinc is good for the immune system. Some good sources are seeds, wheat germ, All Bran, oysters, lamb and nuts.

 

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