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How can i improve my immune system? had me 5 years ago & constantly get colds, flu &laryngitis which takes weeks to recover from. hard to live normal

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Immune System: Good diet, multivitamin, exercise, probiotics. If you have never had your immune system evaluated then consider visiting an immunologist.

Dr Raff agreed

Answered 3/17/2013

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