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03/02/2020 / By Franz Walker

Interferons and the immune system: Can this therapeutic strategy address viral infection and strengthen immunity against cancer?

Healthcare professionals use different methods to fight cancer and viral infections. However, a team led by researchers from Wake Forest University in North Carolina recently reported a potential therapeutic strategy that may help fight both. In a study published in the journal Cell, the researchers discovered that reducing lactate, a product of glucose breakdown, increases the production of type 1 interferons (IFN). Type […]

02/29/2020 / By Zoey Sky

Natural ways to boost your immunity as coronavirus spreads

During the last half of December 2019, the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) began spreading throughout China. To date, researchers around the globe are scrambling to find a cure for COVID-19, which has already infected hundreds of thousands of people, and claimed thousands of lives. But what if the key to staying healthy during a pandemic is strengthening your […]

02/16/2020 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Researchers look at the benefits of probiotic supplementation in elderly

Immune function declines with age, and this decline is said to be largely influenced by the composition of a person’s gut microbiota. The gut microbiota protects the digestive system from external pathogens by modulating immune responses. However, aging reduces the diversity of the gut microbiota, and this leads to unfavorable conditions, such as frailty, increased susceptibility to […]

02/11/2020 / By Grace Olson

Scientists discover a soil bacteria that can protect against stress

The health industry is full of diets, exercises and therapies for stress relief. But researchers from the U.S., Hungary and the U.K. suggest a more down-to-earth stress buster – with dirt. In their study, which was published in the journal Psychopharmacology, the team found that Mycobacterium vaccae, a bacterium found in soil, produces an anti-inflammatory fatty acid that can reduce inflammation and […]

01/29/2020 / By Michael Alexander

Sun-exposed oyster mushrooms boost TB patients’ vitamin D levels, immune response

Despite the advancements in medication and the increased availability of antimicrobial treatments, tuberculosis (TB) still remains one of the deadliest infectious diseases in low income countries today, according to the World Health Organization (WHO) who noted in its 2019 Global Tuberculosis Report that the disease infected over 10 million people in 2018, of which around 1.5 million died. […]

01/25/2020 / By Arsenio Toledo

Don’t cut salt completely: Study discovers that high-salt diets inhibit tumor growth

Having too much salt in your diet is incredibly unhealthy. High-salt intake can exacerbate conditions like multiple sclerosis and inflammatory bowel diseases. However, when it comes to cancer, a team of researchers is now suggesting that increasing the amount of salt in your diet may have some beneficial effects, particularly when it comes to fighting off cancer. […]

01/24/2020 / By Darnel Fernandez

A hefty dose of vitamin C can help fight the common cold

Just like clockwork, the dreaded common cold comes around every year, causing runny nose, persistent coughing and misery. But does it really have to be this way? According to recent studies, it doesn’t. A study published in the journal Nutrients found that vitamin C is the key to recovering from the symptoms of the common cold. A researcher […]

01/02/2020 / By Kristine Payne

HR Store: 7 New Year’s resolution ideas to support overall health

The year 2020 signifies not just a new decade, but a fresh start. This brings with it many opportunities for self-improvement through New Year’s resolutions, the best of which are the ones that transform your life by supporting your overall health. Here are some ideas you can consider to help you on the road to better health. Disclaimer: […]

12/30/2019 / By Grace Olson

Supplementing with zinc reduces risk of liver cancer

Eating more foods rich in zinc may contribute to better liver health, a recent study finds. Researchers from the Osaka-Rosai Hospital in Japan found that zinc supplementation may help reduce the risk of liver cancer and other liver diseases. Through a controlled clinical trial, their findings revealed that patients with chronic liver disease (CLD) who […]

12/30/2019 / By Grace Olson

Stay hydrated and eat your fruits and veggies: 6 Foods that help support healthy kidneys

The kidneys are the two bean-shaped organs near your lower back, and they play a vital role in your body’s ability to detoxify as well as overall health. They are responsible for filtering out the toxins and excess wastes from the body and passing them as urine. Eating the right foods can help boost their […]

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