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The immune system is a complex network that fights pathogens. When stressed, it is unable to combat these microorganisms effectively, often resulting in illness.
An impaired immune system can lead to more frequent illnesses, resulting in increased downtime and reduced performance. The body's inflammatory response to infection can cause fatigue and muscle soreness, further impairing physical and cognitive abilities. Supporting the immune system helps reduce recovery time and maintains an optimal environment for cellular function and adaptation.
Supplement with Vitamin C: Vitamin C has been shown to support immunity and virus protection. (source) Vitamin C has antioxidant properties that protect cells from oxidative stress. It enhances immune cells’ ability to kill microbes and viruses and increases immune cell production. (source) Furthermore, Vitamin C increases the production of proteins that help the body fight infection and reduces the production of inflammatory cytokines. (source, source) Recommendation: Supplement with at least 100 mg of vitamin C daily.
Supplement with Zinc: Zinc has been shown to have antiviral properties. (source) Zinc enhances immune function by increasing the production of proteins that help the body fight infection and by reducing inflammation. (source) Further, zinc can inhibit the life cycle of viruses by blocking RNA and protein synthesis and preventing the virus from attaching to body cells. (source) Recommendation: Supplement with at least 5 mg of zinc daily.
