/oss/taxonomy/term/5499/all en /oss/article/covid-19-health/sometimes-you-want-immunity-suppressed <p>“Boosting immunity” is a hot topic these days. That’s understandable since it is our immune system that protects us from invaders such as the SARS-CoV-2 virus. But boosting the immune system is a very nebulous concept because it is actually composed of a complex array of white blood cells, organs and messenger chemicals and cannot be revved up like a car engine. Poor diet, lack of exercise, stress , and lack of sleep can reduce immune activity, so remedying any of these can help “boost” the system.</p> Fri, 25 Jun 2021 16:54:58 +0000 Joe Schwarcz PhD 8768 at /oss