<p>Many people think that it's normal to come down with an illness each year and, for some, two or three times a year. Yet researchers have proven that nutrition and lifestyle factors can boost your immune system. </p><p><br></p><p>Learn how to build a kitchen pharmacy of whole foods, superfoods and nutrients to provide a stable foundation for your health. And when you're at an increased risk of infection, know what to do to derail a virus before it takes hold. </p><p><br></p><p>Follow this immune-boosting roadmap to a healthier diet, making you less prone to viral infections and more resilient after an illness. </p><p><br></p><p>In "Optimize Your Immune System," you'll read about the three phases of immune support.</p><ul><li>Phase I: Everyday immune strengthening and care</li><li>Phase II: After exposure to an unhealthy person or environment</li><li>Phase III: Immune-boosting support to prevent an illness when you feel like you're coming down with something</li></ul><p><br></p><p>For each of these phases, Marie Ruggles, M.S., R.D., C.N., C.D.E., draws upon over forty years of experience within the wellness arena. </p><p><br></p><p>The book begins with her explaining how the immune system works and what it does. From there, she discusses the foods that help and hinder our immunity. She even gives a whole foods quick start guide for those who aren't too certain where to start.</p><p><br></p><p>She also shares the concept of juice bathing, and how to use that to minimize the fuss and mess of juicing while maximizing its benefit. </p><p>"Optimize Your Immune System" makes specific recommendations for how to fortify and stimulate your body's natural defenses using a simple kitchen pharmacy, no matter which phase of immune support you are facing. </p><p><br></p><p>Diving deep, the book looks closely at whole foods, superfoods, nutrients and supplements, even giving specific product recommendations for those brands and products the author personally loves most.</p><p><br></p><p>The final chapter of the book pulls everything together in an easy-to-reference format sharing phase-specific recommendations, as well as how to eat more nutritious foods even if you're on a limited budget.</p><p><br></p><p>For those who are new to the subject of natural wellness, the book is easy-to-read and written in a friendly manner. Yet, for those who are already familiar with the topic, it proves to be a valuable reference guide as well.</p>