Sciencespeaking topic
You don't actually want to 'boost' your immune system: an overactive immune system means allergies and autoimmune disease. Is an 'immune boost' really a good goal?
— immune regulation vs strengthening
practice with this topic
Set the timer (5-30 min), take 20 seconds of prep if you like, start talking. Jot your thoughts onto the sticky-note board.
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