Up until recently, a super strong immune system was considered to be only for the genetically gifted. However we now know that we can build our own super strong immunity.Normally, nutrients such as protein, vitamins, minerals and fats are the ones we pay attention to since they are considered essential for life. But there’s a new nutrient to pay attention to.Phytonutrients are nutrients supplied by the plants we eat including fruits and vegetables. They are a class of nutrients that are not considered “essential,” because they are thought to be non-essential for life.You may have heard of some of these; carotenoids, flavenoids, isoflavones, lignans and phenols being among them. They are natural detoxifiers for our bodies, antioxidants, they enhance the immune response, repair DNA damage, and even kill cancer cells.Your best source of phytonutrients are fruits, vegetables and certain teas. Certain whole grains contain them, also.Carotenoids are the most commonly researched. They protect against free radical damage and oxidative damage. This gives you protection against certain cancers, especially of the lung, skin, cervix, and uterine. T
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