I have been getting sick constantly lately and it is taking longer to get better. It probably has to do with the Benlysta weakening my immune system but I need to do something to boost it. Everyone tells me their opinions but I would like to know what you guys do to boost your immune systems and what/if vitamins you take.
Justine I know from experience building the immune system through good nutrition does help. Knowing that every body might need something a bit different than the next, here is what has really helped me
I take a complete vitamin/mineral drink called Tangy Tangerine by Dr. Wallach......it is very complete
In addition I take 8-10,000 is of vitamin D
600 mg of selenium
1000 mg calcium
500 mg evening primrose
I also supplement my pain management with tumeric
I am sold on the benefits of the vitamin/mineral drink and can tell you from experience a few months on that reduced my symptoms significantly.
I Also recommend doing research from Dr. Amy Myer who works with the immune system and autoimmune diseases.
Best of luck
Lupus immune systems are overactive to begin with talk to your doc before taking anything that stimulates the immune system as it could give you the adverse effect.
When I was on Benlysta ... (It didn't work for me but u hope and pray it works and helps you) .. But I went online and herbal everything. Get some GNC Ultra Women's Mega Vitamins they helped me with the weaking of my immune system and even helped me grow my hair back cause it took my hair out a bit as well. And also Google this herbalist Dr. Sebi he has amazing products all natural that have done wonders for me. Hope you feel better and stay encouraged
Ask your dr about b12 injections, or the drops that go under your tongue, they give you a big boost of energy, but the reason you are doing Benlysta is to decrease your immune system. So you need to go for stuff that helps your energy and makes you feel good without boosting your immune system. Does this make sense to you?
I'm wondering if anyone knows whether Boswelllia is a good supplement?
"What Kind Of Supplements Do You Use To Help Boost Your Immune System?
Hi Does Anyone Take Anything To Boost Their Immune System To Prevent Getting Colds, And For Fatigue, And To Help With Energy