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.