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Consumption of high-fat (e.g., ice cream – 11g fats per 100g serving) and high-sugar (e.g., tomato ketchup – 23.6g sugar per 100g serving) foods is associated with conditions such as diabetes and obesity, which can affect immune function. Moderate malnutrition, as well as certain specific trace mineral and nutrient deficiencies, also can compromise the immune response. Undernutrition-associated impairment of immune function can be due to insufficient intake of energy and macronutrients and/or due to deficiencies in specific micronutrients. Foods rich in certain fatty acids may foster a healthy IS. Foetal undernourishment is especially risky as it can cause a lifelong impairment of the IS. A variety of micronutrients have been implicated in improving the immune response, especially Vitamin A, Vitamin D, Vitamin E, zinc, iron and selenium.