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The CDC has said that this year's flu epidemic may have reached it's peak.

But that doesn't mean it's still not SUPER deadly!

Those most at risk are young children, the elderly and those with compromised immune systems.

Sadly, children have been hit really hard. There have been 20 deaths of people under 18 since the outbreak.

Chief of the Epidemiology and Prevention Branch of CDC's Influenza Division said:

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That's right, science! Keep giving us reasons to do the nasty!

LOLz!

It's true. According to researchers, people who have sex once or twice a week have stronger immune systems than those who have sex less than once a week. This is why nerds are sick all the time. Ha!

They figured this out by taking

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Include glutamine, vitamin C & vitamin E in your post-workout shake as this will reduce excessive muscle damage, reduce soreness, prevent a depressed immune system, and improve recovery.

- Passionate fitness trainer certified by NASM, as well as a sports & exercise nutritionist, Justin Janoska. Make sure you check out his website HERE, and follow him on Twitter & Facebook!

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Now this is a new way of thinking about depression: could some forms be an allergy to stress?

A new study seems to think so, by finding that an over-responsive immune system could be to blame for why some people are susceptible to depression.

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Robin Roberts had her bone marrow transplant yesterday!

The procedure only took five minutes!

Her sister's donor cells were injected into her and now they just have to wait.

During this time, she's very vulnerable because they basically just hit the reset button on her immune system.

The doctor who is treating Robin said the following about it:

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Many fast food places have taken to offering pre-sliced apples as a healthy side.

Well some of the pre-sliced apples might be infected with listeria.

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Have you ever tried munching on some mulberries? These little berries are packed with tissue-building protein, iron for preventing anemia, calcium for strong bones and teeth, and vitamin C for a strong immune system. Mulberries are also a good source of fiber which makes them a great food for promoting healthy digestion.

- Creator of Authentic Self Wellness, Margaux J. Rathbun

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