As someone with a seriously compromised immune system, I was particularly happy to receive a copy of Immunity by Dr. Jenna Macciochi from NetGalley and The Experiment. With a subtitle “The Science of Staying Well — The Definitive Guide to Caring For Your Immune System,” I was hoping to learn…well, anything to boost my health, really. 

The book has lots of helpful information on the GOOD things to focus on (sleep, sunlight/nature, movement — not necessarily “exercise” — and eating nutrient-dense fruits and vegetables). Fairly standard stuff in Western medicine/treatment. She also points out the not-so-good things, including antibiotics (including antibacterial soaps/washes) and stress. There are some common sense mentions of myths around boosting immunity, and a generally positive approach to health and well-being.

Not much on adaptogens such as herbs and mushrooms, which was not surprising as she is a Western-trained PhD. TBH, I found her website extremely helpful and informative, and would recommend both to someone looking into the topic of immunity — oh, wait, with the current pandemic, that’s everyone! Four stars.