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Many people think that it's normal to come down with an illness each year and, for some, two or three times a year. Yet researchers have proven that nutrition and lifestyle factors can boost your immune system.Learn how to build a kitchen pharmacy of whole foods, superfoods and nutrients to provide a stable foundation for your health. And when you're at an increased risk of infection, know what to do to derail a virus before it takes hold.Follow this immune-boosting roadmap to a healthier diet, making you less prone to viral infections and more resilient after an illness.In Optimize Your Immune System, you'll read about the three phases of immune support.Phase I: Everyday immune strengthening and carePhase II: After exposure to an unhealthy person or environmentPhase III: Immune-boosting support to prevent an illness when you feel like you're coming down with somethingFor each of these phases, Marie Ruggles, M.