Weak Immune System
A strong immune system could fight off infections caused by malaria, thus helping you prevent the disease or alleviating the symptoms. While you could be infected with malaria even when your immune system is normal, people with weakened or immature immune systems are particularly prone to the attacks of Plasmodium parasites. This group includes kids, infants, the elderly, pregnant women, and HIV/AIDS patients. Thus, avoid traveling to high-risk areas if you belong to this group. Some supplements to boost the immune system include astragalus root, Echinacea, selenium, zinc, and vitamin D, C, A. Keep in mind that those supplements won’t prevent malaria and its consequences. [3]
