I'm really worried about how to boost my immunity since I've been diagnosed with bronchiectasis. Could you give me some advice on what foods might help me strengthen my immune system and possibly prevent more infections?

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Dr Mubarak Parveez B

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stay hydrated, take multivitamin tablets, increase consumption of papaya, apple

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