Boost Our Body Defence

Our immunity suppressed if we have a deficiency of vitamins A, B1, B2, B6, B12, folic acid, vitamins C and E. It does the same as a deficiency of iron, zinc, magnesium and selenium.

Vitamin C
Increases the production of white blood cells and antibodies which can help to fight off infections. It also raises interferon levels, an antibody that coats cells and stopping viruses from entering the cells.

Vitamin E
Stimulates the production of cells that search and destroy harmful cells. Vitamin E also enhances the produce of B-cells which can detroy bacterias. It also slows down the effects of ageing. Beta carotene helps in stimulating the growth of infection-fighting cells and supporting the T-cells.

Selenium
Selenium which required in small amount is incorporated into proteins and produces important antioxidant enzymes.

Zinc and copper
Right combinations of these minerals are important factors in the development and maintenance of immune function.

Nutrients work best in correct combination rather than individually in keeping immune system operating at optimum level. Clinical studies shown that older people who consumed variable vitamins consistently for long period of time shown improvements in cellular immunity. In addition, consumption of antioxidants also benefited to our immune system.

However, with our busy daily lifestyle, eating right to get vitamins and minerals is a challenging task. That is a reason why we need to have a multi-vitamin and mineral supplement. Daily consumption of supplement helps to boost our nutrient consumption and ensure that our immune system stays healthy and strong.

Besides, some habits are good for us to follow in order to keep immune system at its best : regular exercise, sufficient sleep, quit smoking and limit alcohol consumption.

Don't ever neglect our immune system. By the time we've caught the flu bug, it will be too late. Can you afford to fall sick? As a career person, you have busy schedule, a tone of work tasks and meetings. As a parent, you need to run an active household, looking after the kids and shop for grocery.

However, with a strong immune system, you may have least worry of falling ill and can enjoy a healthy life.



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