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Boosting Your Immune System

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    Destination Health: Dr. Manny gives tips for maximizing your immune system so you can ward off disease and stay healthy

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Welcomed investigation health your guide to wellness you're immune system isn't balanced network of cells and organs working together to protect you from disease.

These defense of cells are found in various parts of your body light you'd consoles spleen and lymph nodes and bone marrow and Simon's plan.

You're immune system is working to create antibodies that can fight and destroy foreign invaders which -- illness.

It is not working properly you may be left defenseless.

Here's how to give -- -- books.

Exercise.

Studies show that moderate daily exercise can increase the number of cells your body produces to fight infection.

Lose weight.

Carrying extra weight can put you at risk for developing certain diseases because excess fat cells can cost issue damaging inflammation.

Eat right consuming too much sugar or saturated fat suppresses the immune system cells responsible for attacking bacteria.

These stress.

Constant exposure to a stress hormones like -- -- An adrenaline weakens the immune system the rest stop not getting enough sleep -- -- body's ability.

To fight illness tried to get at least seven hours at night.

Bottom line making smart lifestyle choices will help you fight diseases and feel great.

Helping you navigate your way to a better health I'm Dr.

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