Megan Sheppard: Boosting your immune system

Do you have advice on how to boost the immune system? Every year, no matter the season, I seem to get at least four to six bouts of cold and flu.

It is a good idea to first book yourself an appointment for a thorough check up to ensure there aren’t any underlying deficiencies or conditions that are specifically impacting your immune function.

The immune system can be weakened by all kinds of stressors, including diseases or chronic conditions, invading organisms, poor diet or nutrient absorption issues, side-effects of medications, general organ health, and ageing.