What can I give my child to improve their overall condition, help their immune system and make them stronger and healthier?

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Hello, For a little over 2 months, my 3.5 year old boy has been constantly sick. He catches every cold and infection he comes in contact with. He must have had 4 conjunctivitis in the last few weeks, and he constantly has cold symptoms (congestion, cough, fever sometimes) Each time, I take care of it properly, he gets better for a few days, then goes back to daycare and comes back with a new infection. I am wondering if there is anything I could do to help his immune system fight viruses and infections more effectively. Are there any supplements, vitamins, foods or lifestyle habits that could help? Thank you very much, I will follow your advice to the letter. Have a nice day

Naji-tom Samaha · Accepted Answer

Hello ma'am, thank you for your question! Unfortunately this is often the case with children who attend daycare :( There is no product, vitamin or supplement that has been shown to be effective or beneficial to the immune system in adults and children. Instead, look to non-pharmacological measures Make sure your child gets plenty of fruits and vegetables, Make sure your child is getting adequate sleep, Ensure good stress management if possible, among other things If one of the children or members of the household is sick, simply maintain basic hygiene measures: avoid hugging, if possible, do not share towels, and wash hands often Finally, if your child is prone to colds, I strongly suggest, for maintenance and prevention, sinus hygiene with a saline solution such as Hydrasense or Sinus Rinse. This is the best option to prevent the accumulation of secretions. There is no maximum during the day, but it should be done at least 30 minutes before bedtime. I hope I've been helpful, and I'm available if there's anything I can do Tom Samaha, pharmacist It was my pleasure!