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I have diabetes and cancer, how can i help myself strengthen myself & my immune system?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Control the basic : If you can regulate your body glucose better and the cancer is in remission, your immune system will likely work better. Exercise and adequate vitamin d3 intake may help your immune system as well.

Answered 8/21/2013

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