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How can i build my immune system during an illness to prevent a second one on top?

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Dr. Gary Steven answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Good healtpractices: There really is no way to "boost" your immune system; simply let it do its job. The only thing you can do is to not inhibit it - get adequate rest, be sure to eat a varied diet to get good nutrition, and do what you can to reduce physical and paychological stress.

Answered 6/7/2013

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