Immune Tolerance in the GUT Relies on Dendritic Cells
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The differing origins of gut dendritic cells — white blood cells that modulate immune responses — may explain how the intestinal immune system manages…
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Microbes in Mum – Act as Inhibitors of Allergy in Children
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A new twist to the hygiene hypothesis shows that allergic risk can also be modulated by microbial exposure before birth. Mice born to dams…
DHA & Vit D in Pregnancy, A Key Role for Both
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The Safe Foundation for a Healthy Pregnancy The omega-3 DHA is an “essential” fatty acid that the body cannot produce and must be consumed…
Herbal Adaptogens For Asthma and Adrenal Function
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A Blend of Unique Herbs May Have Wide Clinical Application In 2006 a landmark study from the Mt. Sinai School of Medicine in New…
Science Connects Diet And Intestinal Bacteria With Healthier Immune Systems
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Whilst to nutritionists and most people who understand the role of nutrients in health, the idea that the bacteria in our gut impacts on…
Blastocystis hominis. Is It Really A Problem?
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Blastocystis hominis cyst-like forms in a wet mount stained in iodine Problem? Michael E. Ash BSc (Hons) DO. ND. F.Dip ION reviews the latest…
Lactobacillus GG: A Potent Immune Regulator Effective in Many Disorders
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New Research Reveals Probiotic’s Anti-Toxin, Anti-Inflammatory, Immune Boosting Properties Lactobacillus GG is the most prolifically researched probiotic in the world—over 400 studies have been…
LGG (Culturelle) Its Workings Are Explained
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Valio’s Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG (LGG®) is the most frequently studied and used probiotic. Under the supervision of researchers at the Institute of Biotechnology, and…
BioMask BF-200. Mimics Mucosal Cells Then Minerals Kill the H1N1 Virus
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The influenza virus is a determined and relentless foe. Infecting about 1 billion people worldwide annually and killing hundreds of thousands. If influenza evolves…
Complementary and Alternative Medicine: Herbs, Phytochemicals and Vitamins and Their Immunologic Effects
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Complementary and alternative medicines (CAMs) are used in more than 80% of the world’s population and are becoming an increasing component of the US…