Our immune system implements an array of strategies to combat threatening infections. White blood cells called cytotoxic T ...

While the fabled fountain of youth may not actually exist, a new type of therapy now does.

Getting a flu shot, washing your hands frequently, and keeping distance between you and those who are sick can help you stay healthier this winter. But there’s another way to bolster your immune ...

People who consumed kimchi showed increased activity in antigen-presenting cells, which help the body recognize bacteria and viruses and alert other immune cells. Researchers also found healthier ...

Research shows that early exposure to everyday environmental microbes, through outdoor play, pets, and natural surroundings, helps train children’s immune systems and may lower the risk of allergies ...

A small study found that consuming kimchi may increase activity in immune cells involved in detecting and responding to infection. Kimchi produces short-chain fatty acids during digestion, which are ...

A person’s menstrual cycle may affect their immune system’s response, causing fluctuations throughout the month. The menstrual cycle involves a series of changes in hormone levels and structures ...