Immune System Conditions

By Maria Masters
Expert Reviewed
Close up of a person getting a lymphatic drainage massage on the back of their legs, while laying face down on a black massage table.
What Is Lymphatic Drainage Massage, and Do You Need It?
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By Kathleen Felton
Expert Reviewed
a pregnant person wearing a rust-colored dress and headband sits next to a partner on a couch at home discussing treatment plans for navigating lupus during pregnancy
Yes, You Can Have a Healthy Pregnancy With Lupus. Here’s How, According to Rheumatologists
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By Kathleen Felton
Expert Reviewed
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7 Myths About Lupus It's Time to Stop Believing
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By Ciara Lucas
Expert Reviewed
Close view of a person with long blonde hair standing in the sun wearing a big sun hat and sunglasses, to represent limiting sun exposure with lupus
7 Ways to Protect Your Skin From the Sun When You Have Lupus
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By Marygrace Taylor
Expert Reviewed
a couple sitting on the couch eating popcorn and watching a funny movie, as a nighttime habit to reduce inflammation
8 Simple Things to Do Every Night to Keep Inflammation in Check
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By Marygrace Taylor
Expert Reviewed
A couple drinking coffee outside on their porch, as an example of a morning habit to reduce inflammation
8 Things to Do Every Morning to Keep Inflammation in Check
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By Molly Triffin
Expert Reviewed
a woman eating a cup of yogurt in her kitchen, to help reduce inflammation
Your 8-Day Kickstart Plan to Reduce Inflammation
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By Chaunie Brusie
Expert Reviewed
Group of people eating bananas after a workout session, as a way to reduce inflammation
9 Science-Backed Ways to Reduce Inflammation
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By Marygrace Taylor
Expert Reviewed
Back view of an older couple walking on the beach to lower inflammation
Why Inflammation Worsens as You Age, and What to Do About It
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By Jenn Sinrich
Expert Reviewed
Young woman hiking in a forest, as a way to cope with chronic fatigue syndrome
6 Ways to Cope With Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
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By Jessica Migala
Expert Reviewed
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4 Things Doctors Do to Combat Inflammation
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By Jaime Osnato
Expert Reviewed
man scratching a rash on his arm, a sign of chronic inflammation
7 Signs You Have Chronic Inflammation
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By Karen Pallarito
Expert Reviewed
A person wearing a chunk off-white sweater holding two white immune-boosting supplements in their hands
Why 'Boosting Your Immune System' Won't Stop COVID-19
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By Kate Bratskeir
Expert Reviewed
It's always stressful when critical matters are beyond your control
4 Ways Stress Is Linked to Your Immune System
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By Brittany Risher
Expert Reviewed
A woman using the bathroom at home
6 Signs Your Immune System Is Weakened — and How to Make It Strong Again
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By Heather Mayer Irvine
Expert Reviewed
Nurse giving capsule to senior adult woman.
Many of Us Are Deficient in Vitamin D — Here’s What That Means for Our Immune Systems
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By Christine Yu
Expert Reviewed
Young Woman and man sitting 6 feet apart, wearing masks and gloves.
What Is Herd Immunity, Anyway?
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By Amanda MacMillan
Expert Reviewed
Seniors on culinary workshop
Why Your Immune System Declines as You Age — and 5 Things to Do About It
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By Jaime Osnato
Expert Reviewed
A man sleeping in bed to support his immune system
4 Ways Your Sleep Is Linked to Your Immune System
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By Kate Bratskeir
Expert Reviewed
A woman meditating outdoors to help her immune system
What Is Your Immune System, Anyway?
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By Kate Bratskeir
Expert Reviewed
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Why Protein Is Key to a Healthy Immune System and How Much You Really Need
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By Molly Triffin
Expert Reviewed
A young woman looking at supplements in a pharmacy
Why Supplements Won't Boost Your Immune System — and What to Do Instead
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By Molly Triffin
Expert Reviewed
A woman sitting at her desk who is stressed from working too much
7 Mistakes That Can Weaken Your Immune System (and How to Fix Them)
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By Alex Taylor
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The Ingredients That Can Help Boost Your Health (and Your Workouts) This Winter
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By Jaime Osnato
Expert Reviewed
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7 Reasons You're More Tired Than Usual During Your Workouts
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By Gail Sessoms
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Nutritional Information for Lumpfish Caviar
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By Kathy Jean Schultz
Expert Reviewed
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Can You Lower CRP Levels?
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By Amanda Gardner
woman buying kale at a farmers market, as an example of food to keep your thymus healthy
How to Stimulate Thymus Function Naturally
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By Jan Millehan
A child learning on a computer.
Throat Clearing Tics in Children
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By Allison Forsyth
Expert Reviewed
A person wearing pajamas yawning on the edge of their bed, tired after eating a meal.
8 Reasons Why You Feel So Tired After Eating (and What to Do About It)
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By Gord Kerr
Expert Reviewed
Acai Vegan Smoothie Coconut Bowl
What Can I Eat to Help Fight Infection?
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By Jill Corleone
Expert Reviewed
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The Best and Worst Foods for Lymphatic Drainage
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By Dr. Susan Jewell
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How to Build Up Your Immune System While on Immunosuppressive Meds
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By Carol Sarao
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Define Fatigue Index
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By Paula Martinac
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Are Kidney Beans & Chickpeas Gluten-Free?
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By Jaime Herndon
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How to Build the Immune System in Someone Who Has HPV
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By Chris Iliades
Expert Reviewed
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Do You Need to Strengthen Your Immune System After Taking Antibiotics?
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By Kay Peck
Expert Reviewed
Top view of a healthy vegan lunch that features immune-supporting foods for cancer patients like vegetables and whole grains
The Best Foods to Support Your Immune System During Chemo
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By Ciara Lucas
Expert Reviewed
A young professional working from home on their laptop appearing to be tired pressing their temples.
Always Hungry and Tired? Here's What Your Body's Trying to Tell You
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By Jessica Migala
Expert Reviewed
a woman sitting at her desk and rubbing her eyes because of sudden extreme fatigue
11 Causes of Sudden Extreme Fatigue or Exhaustion
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By Rich Holmes
Expert Reviewed
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Diet for Lymphedema
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By Chris Iliades
Expert Reviewed
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How Alcohol Affects Your Immune System
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By Joshua Rosenbaum
Expert Reviewed
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Can You Increase Your White Blood Cell Count?
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A healthy immune system helps maintain overall health and wellbeing. Here on our immune system conditions page, we offer a variety of resources to help you better understand the complex and sometimes debilitating conditions that affect the immune system.

We provide in-depth articles featuring medical experts on specific immune system disorders, as well as general information on immune system function and regulation. We also offer advice on how to boost and maintain a healthy immune system through lifestyle choices and dietary changes.

Whether you are dealing with a specific immune system condition yourself or are supporting a loved one through the process, our immune system conditions page has something for you. We offer practical tips for managing symptoms, advice on how to communicate effectively with health care providers and information on various immune system-related resources and support services."