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 Immune system
Several biological components and foodstuffs can boost immunity.

This is an important issue in view of HIV/Aids, rampant tuberculosis and other infectious diseases.

Therefore, any products or foods that can boost our immune systems are a welcome addition to our arsenal of defence.

Learn more about probiotics, phytochemicals, vitamins and minerals that can help you ward off infections right throughout the year.

01. Pre- and probiotics boost immunity
Pre- and probiotics are powerful immunity boosters. In this article, DietDoc takes a closer look at these two concepts that are on the lips of experts around the globe.
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02. Soya and L-glutamine ups immunity
The importance of soya and L-glutamine in enhancing immunity should not be underestimated, especially in the treatment of HIV/Aids, tuberculosis, ME, and cancer.
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03. Micronutrients boost immunity
Micronutrients such as vitamin A, iron and zinc, have positive effects on child immunity, multivitamin and multimineral supplements improve the immunity of the older generation.
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04. Fight flu with these foods
It's winter and flu, colds and sore throats are back again to plague us. Luckily, there are some precautions and preventative steps that can be taken to ward off disease.
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05. The hidden health booster
Phytochemicals have become a nutrition buzzword. What exactly are they and how can you benefit?
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06. Vitamin B6: immunity star, or not?
In 1934, when vitamin B6 was first discovered, its many functions weren't known. During the years, this vitamin proved to be a nutritional star. But can it boost immunity?
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