Coronavirus: immune system boosting myths explained - Which?

We’re social distancing and washing our hands, but naturally we’re asking what else can we do to avoid getting ill Coronavirus and there are a lot of immune system boosting myths being shared.

There are loads of Coronavirus immune system boosting myths doing the rounds claiming certain supplements and food can protect us by boosting our immune system. So video reporter Lucia Ariano speaks to nutritionist Shefalee Loth to find out if there’s any truth in five of these immune boosting claims…

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[fofusko]

Typical doctor who says nothing natural is enough and in the end gives you nothing!

[MrJOHNMICHAELVEGA]

Fear destroys the immune system, it, fear produces or creates more cortisol also which can have havoc on one’s body. Our governments and media have done a great job using fear as has been seen these past months! So let’s get better with the super food of love, kindness, and respect! Thank you 🙏 from my heart to yours Michael ❤️🎶

[NS.]

This was not really helpful. This is the right time, during the pandemic, to do everything you can to boost your immunity. So many doctors, nutritionists have said to take vitamin c, vitamin D and look after gut health as well as hand washing. Also, not to take too much sugar as it is an immune suppressant. There is a lot you can do to look after yourself and your family. Stay safe and well everyone!

[ChauNguyen-tzzm]

She lost me at "Follow government's advice" lol

[maureen]

If you get the virus, you,ve got the virus but if you have had a good diet with plenty of veg and fruit and non sugar drinks and walked a bit instead of the car you have a better chance to fight it .Deep breathing during the day to keep your lungs open can help.

[goodvibes]

Here is might be the answer
Tinospora cordifolia. Giloy in hindi and Gulancha in bengali.

PLEASE spread the awareness. To save the world. Google it out and you'll be surprised.

[anonymousperson]

Wow, I don't approve of that doctor.

[JFomo]

I've been taking Vitamin D, but only because I'm indoors more these days.
Zinc is a new one I've added only because the gyms are now closed.
As for Corona, I'm in the drink more water camp. High alkaline water.

[yvonnemaxwell]

How much was your payoff? You should be ashamed of yourself!

[mediterraneandiet]

This doctor is completely wrong about crucial information to prevent COVID-19.

[UnmaskedIlluminati]

Corona, corna and corona... In case you were wondering, google it. Corona pertains to your crown, need I say more?

[lunardo]

A QUESTION FOR ALL
WITH ALL OF THIS SOCIAL DISTANCING WHAT EFFECT WILL IT HAVE ON OUR IMMUNE SYSTEMS WILL IT STRENGTHEN OR WEAKEN
WHAT DO YOU THINK?

[rolandgo]

Ok nothing seems to work, lets go back to prescription drugs.

[glassowlie]

Or you could have some Corn Flakes to get you Vitamin D.