(THE CONVERSATION) Every day, your immune system performs a delicate balancing act, defending you from thousands of pathogens that cause disease while sparing your body’s own healthy cells. This ...

And Dr Hussain Ahmad, a hospital doctor, said: “I don’t really like the word boost when we talk about the immune system. It gives the idea that you can switch it on or make it stronger with tablets or ...

(THE CONVERSATION) When the first cells appeared on Earth approximately 3.8 billion years ago, viruses were already here to greet them. Ever since, viruses have been devising ways to infect cells, and ...

We often think about our immune system when a breakdown happens—AKA the sniffles start. Sick happens, and nothing can prevent anyone from never, ever coming down with an illness. However, it is ...

Vitamins like C, D, E, and B6 may help kill harmful microbes and increase your body's ability to fight off infections.

Keeping your immune system strong doesn't have to feel like a chore. Between busy schedules, unpredictable weather, and the occasional sniffle, it's easy to feel run down. Want to know the good news?

Imagine a high-tech security system, constantly scanning for intruders, identifying threats, calling for backup, neutralizing them, cleaning up the mess, and keeping detailed records for next time.

Garnishing your next meal with thyme can provide major health benefits that protect your immune system and fight harmful inflammation. The common kitchen herb found in grocery stores across the ...

Dr Saurabh Sethi shared four simple yet effective tips for improving gut health – from eating prebiotics and probiotics to eating more high-fibre foods. Dr Saurabh Sethi, a gastroenterologist trained ...