The Today show had a piece this morning debunking all of those "immunity boosting" supplements out there like Airborne. These products all say they can help you get through the winter cold season without getting sick, but the experts on the program agree that these products do little to actually boost your immunity to sickness.
So what does work? Surprise, surprise, our good old friend exercise! The experts all agree, exercise helps stimulate your immune system, while also fighting the effects of stress and depression that tend to settle in after the holidays. Don't believe me? Read for yourself:
http://www.webmd.com/fitness-exercise/news/20061026/moderate-exercise-may-lower-cold-risk
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/depression-and-exercise/MH00043
http://www.webmd.com/depression/guide/exercise-depression
So put away the pie, get off the couch, and get feeling healthy! -em
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Emily, That's a great point! I'm going to start exercising right now!
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