The immune cell repertoire is composed of many different cell types that are orchestrated in response to infection and other pathogens that enter the body. As a result, the body can defend itself ...

In a recent review in Food Science & Nutrition, researchers summarize current medical knowledge regarding the role of fruits, vegetables, spices, animal products, and other foods in strengthening the ...

Eating the fermented food kimchi daily for 12 weeks may also help improve the immune system, in addition to its gut health ...

In recent years, the field of immunology has increasingly focused on the role of glycolipids and sphingolipids in the differentiation and function of innate immune cells, such as macrophages, ...

Researchers have published the first description of the role of the ZFP36 family of RNA binding proteins in regulatory T cells (Tregs). Tregs are key to maintaining balance in the immune system and ...

As people age, their immune system function declines. T cell populations become smaller and can't react to pathogens as ...

If you incorporate some of these delicious, immunity-boosting foods into your regular diet, you may be looking at a healthier flu season this year.

Strategies like washing your hands regularly and getting a flu shot go a long way towards keeping you healthy when seemingly everyone has the sniffles—and filling your plate with the best foods to eat ...

In today’s increasingly digital world, where people can go days without meaningful in-person interaction, the importance of social connections often gets overlooked. Yet, these human bonds do more ...

Can the weakened immune systems of older individuals be rejuvenated? Researchers from the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ ...