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    Immune System

    Pathway Contributor: Dawna Royall

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    FDC, MSc, RD

    Contributions:

    • Does selenium supplementation improve immune function, including preventing or treating the common cold?  

      Role: Reviewer

    • Does vitamin C supplementation improve immune function, including preventing or treating the common cold?  

      Role: Reviewer

    • Are there herbal supplements that can improve immune function, including preventing or treating the common cold?  

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    • Does zinc supplementation improve immune function, including preventing or treating the common cold?  

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    • Does probiotics supplementation improve immune function, including preventing or treating respiratory infections (including the common cold)?  

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    • Does sugar suppress the immune system?  

      Role: Author

    • Is consuming hot beverages (including chicken soup) beneficial for preventing or treating the common cold?  

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    • Immune System Background

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