Published August 3, 2021, 8:37 AM
The two key ingredients needed to strengthen a child’s immunity
Studies conducted by Abbott have revealed that 2’-FL HMO and nucleotides boost a child’s immunity and give them dual layer protection against respiratory infections.
Ensuring children get the protection they need to stay healthy in these times is a top priority for any mom. To help ease the worries mothers may have in terms of their children’s health, helping kids build a strong immune system is important.
The immune system protects the body against infections and other diseases. It has two main components—innate immunity and adaptive immunity. The innate immune system refers to nonspecific defense mechanisms that come into play immediately or within hours of the pathogen’s appearance in the body. These mechanisms include physical barriers such as skin, enzymes, and protective proteins in the blood, and immune system cells that attack foreign cells in the body.