Most research casts doubt on many of the overstated ‘immune-boosting / strengthening / supporting’ marketing claims.  Here we take a critical look at the evidence behind those products touted as immune boosting.

There is a prevailing idea that the immune system is some kind of internal force field.  From vitamin C and Echinacea to binging on ‘superfoods’ or using antibacterial hand gel, there’s no shortage of ideas flying about on how to ‘boost’ the immune system.