7 VITAMINS, MINERALS & SUPPLEMENTS THAT BOOST IMMUNE SYSTEMS

by IGH Gambia Staff September 9, 2021

A strong immune system is essential for fighting off illnesses, especially amidst the COVID-19 pandemic and the imminent cold & flu season.

Vitamin C

Vitamin C is one of the biggest immune system boosters of all. In fact, Cleveland Clinic stated that a lack of vitamin C can even make you more prone to getting sick. It can also help reduce inflammation—and lung inflammation is a severe symptom of COVID-19.

Vitamin D

Vitamin D primarily supports healthy bones, teeth & cartilage. However, according to clinical studies published in the Journal of Pharmacology and Pharmacotherapeutics, getting enough vitamin D can protect you from infections of the respiratory system.

Vitamin E

Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant, that keeps the integrity of the wh cells that help the body fight off infection. The body needs vitamin E to boost its immune system so that it can fight off invading bacteria and viruses.

Vitamin B6

Vitamin B6 is essential to keeping your immune system in top condition. It is responsible for keeping the immune system strong. Medicine net encourages taking enough of vitamin B as a supplement or through multivitamins.

Zinc

According to the Mayo Clinic, Zinc, a nutrient found throughout your body, helps your immune system and metabolism function. Zinc is also important to wound healing and your sense of taste and smell, which is helpful for COVID-19 symptoms.

Echinacea

There is some scientific evidence indicating echinacea is capable of reducing the symptoms of the common cold. According to a study on antivirals, preparations derived from the [plant] possess potent antiviral activities. All strains of human and avian influenza viruses tested were very sensitive to a standardized Echinacea purpurea preparation.

Turmeric (Curcumin)

Turmeric is used in Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine for its analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antiseptic activity. Turmeric can help fight inflammation and aid the body’s immune response, as found by a study published in Molecules.

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