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Drink more water The most well-known , surefire way to boost your immune system and overall health is drinking plenty of water . Sufficient hydration ( best indicated by , at minimum , light yellow urine ) means blood is oxygenated , toxins will be flushed , and vital organs and muscles will function their best .

Supplement with vitamin C It ’ s essential to supplement a diet with vitamin C since the body cannot make it . Vital to tissue growth and repair , heart health , bones , teeth , and cartilage , vitamin C can be found in fruits and vegetables ( oranges , broccoli , strawberries ) or supplement form .

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Continued ... incorporate zinc This mineral plays a very similar role to vitamin C in cellular repair and growth , as well as immune strength . Getting zinc into your diet — whether from meat , seeds , nuts , or whole grains — means boosting your body ’ s ability to fight infection

Eat plenty of garlic WebMD calls the bad-breath herb a “ lowcal immunity-boosting superstar ” and

“ elixir .” In addition to being delicious , garlic helps battle colds and toxins and is potent enough to counter bacteria and infection . It is most beneficial in its raw form .

Get plenty of exercise In addition to improving mood and reducing stress , regular exercise is key in maintaining immune health . The CDC highlights its ability to lower the risk of chronic disease and recommends at least 150 minutes per week of moderateintensity exercise and two days of strength training .

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