Can food weaken your immunity?

The link between diet and immune function, plus immunity tips and supplements.

IN a nutshell Hello, and happy Monday! Did you eat sugary, salty, or fried food this weekend? I did. If you did, too, you'll want to keep reading. Some foods might weaken your immune system, including those salty, sweet, fried things so many of us love. Here are some other immunity-related topics we're covering today: • 5 tips to help strengthen your immune system • Can supplements help cure or prevent disease? • Yummy apple cider vinegar gummies • Why people (and worms) get the munchies from cannabis Be well, Morgan Mandriota Newsletter Editor, Healthline

Written by Morgan Mandriota May 1, 2023 • 3 min read

what's got us buzzing 7 foods that may weaken your immune system What you eat affects how you feel. Studies on the connection between diet and immunity suggest that certain nutrients (or lack thereof) can help optimize or reduce immune functions. This includes how strong your immune system is and how resistant you might be to infections. Research is ongoing, but specific foods have been found to decrease your body's natural defenses. For example, these seven foods may weaken your immune system: added sugars and artificial sweeteners salty foods foods high in omega-6 fats fried foods processed and charred meat fast food highly refined carbs Don't get us wrong, you don't need to say goodbye to chips and ice cream forever. Instead, consider limiting your intake of foods like these and following a well-balanced diet high in nutrients to support optimal health. Learn more: Check out this list of other foods that may reduce immunity.

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Monday Kick Start These tips might help boost your body's natural defenses Did you know that there are several ways to strengthen your immunity? Dietary and lifestyle changes are two steps you can take to start protecting yourself from harmful, disease-causing pathogens. Consider these five strategies for boosting your immune health: 1. Prioritize getting enough sleep. 2. Eat more whole plant foods and healthy fats. 3. Limit your intake of added sugars. 4. Engage in moderate exercise. 5. Stay hydrated. Check out our article to learn four more tips.

Health Hype True or false: No supplement can cure or prevent disease. (Find the answer at the end of this email)

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Health Hype Answer True or false: No supplement can cure or prevent disease. True! While vitamin deficiencies can cause health issues and supplements may help boost your levels, it's true that no supplement is proven to cure or prevent disease. However, some supplements are said to offer immune boosting potential, like zinc, elderberry, and vitamins C and D. Learn more about supplements for immunity.

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