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• There are enzymes, fatty acids, herbs, minerals, and vitamins available that can play an important role in maintaining good immune system health, and can sometimes relieve allergic reactions.
• It moves energy throughout the body, increasing the efficiency of cellular metabolism and is also beneficial for allergies, asthma, and a lowered immunity.
• A natural substance, Co-enzyme Q10 is found in all healthy tissues in the body, and not found in diseased or infected ones.
• Fatty Acids Essential fatty acids are important to the immune system because they reduce inflammation associated with allergic response by aiding in the production of prostaglandins that counter inflammation.
• Herbs Echinacea stimulates the immune system and may also protect against infection and stimulate tissue repair and healing.
• It constricts the blood vessels which makes it a useful nasal decongestant, but it also raises blood pressure and increases heart rate.
• An herbal extract derived from the bark of the white oak tree, quercus alba, Quercetin is a very safe and effective treatment for all kinds of sinus reactions, including allergies, asthma, and hay fever.
• When combined with Vitamin E, Selenium is an excellent anti-oxidant, which will in turn protect the body from free radicals.
• Selenium has a targeted role in allergic activity and is important for its help in utilizing vitamin E, another important immune system nutrient.
• People who are allergic to certain foods and who have allergic reactions to medications (non-steroidal anti-arthritic medications and antibiotics) show either a decreased reaction or a complete tolerance to the particular foods or medications when taking sulfur.
• It helps the body to build new immune system cells to help fend off viral infections and heal cuts and wounds.
• It's important for the production of collagen.

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