Apopka, FL
A 18-year-old female asked:
Other than my multivitamins, what vitamins can i take to boost my immune system?
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Dr. Randy Bakeranswered
Holistic Medicine 42 years experience
Vit C, D & herbs &..: A good multivitamin supplies all the vits. You need but extra c can be useful- 1-2, 000 mg 2x/day. In fall & winter take 5, 000iu of vit d3- year-round if you don't get much mid-day sun. Many herbs boost immune function, like ashwagandha, andrographis & echinacea. Medicinal mushrooms like reishi & coriolus vers. Also boost immunity.A healthy diet, adequate rest & stress reduction are also beneficial.
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A 17-year-old female asked:
Will doubling up on multi-vitamins boost my immune system?
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Dr. Rick Kochanswered
Cardiology 24 years experience
No: There is no evidence to support that theory.
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Bell Gardens, CA
A 25-year-old female asked:
What are some vitamins i can take to boost my immune system?
2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. Alvin Linanswered
Geriatrics 32 years experience
No vitamins boost: Bad news. No vitamin supplement will boost your immune system. Just plan to eat right & exercise regularly to get & stay healthy.
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Dr. Diane Minich commented
Family Medicine 39 years experience
also get a proper amount of sleep
Aug 4, 2013
A 34-year-old member asked:
Which vitamins, food are recommended to boost immune system?
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Dr. Thomas Kleinanswered
Allergy and Immunology 43 years experience
Normal healthy diet: A normal healthy diet and a healthy life style avoiding street drugs, tobacco and alcohol are helpful to maintain a healthy immune system. I would not recommend any over the counter supplements. At most, a one-a-day vitamin would be a possibility.
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A 33-year-old member asked:
What vitamins can boost my immune system?
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Dr. Randy Bakeranswered
Holistic Medicine 42 years experience
Almost all of them!: Research shows that vitamins a, b complex (esp. B6, B12 & folic acid) c, d, e & k all enhance immune function. Bioflavonoids and minerals like zinc are also important for immune function. I highly recommend the book the road to immunity by kenneth bock md for a detailed holistic approach to the use of diet, nutrients, herbs. Mind-body techniques and other approaches to boosting immunity.
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San Jose, CA
A 50-year-old female asked:
What kind of vitamins should I take to strengthen my immune system?
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Dr. Harold Mandelanswered
General Practice 40 years experience
Vitamin C: Vitamin C is a water soluble vitamin which helps to boost the immune system. Vitamin C is found in abundance in fruits such as oranges, blueberries & strawberries and is also available as a supplement. To maintain a strong immune system also make certain you eat a well rounded diet, avoid too much sugar and alcohol, don't smoke cigarettes & get adequate daily exercise and rest. I wish you well!
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