Our immune system weakens as we age, leaving the body more vulnerable to disease. Recently, scientists discovered a way…
Immunity
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Depending on the recipe, add apple, oil, sour cream, or spices when preparing beetroot with horseradish. If you’re making this for winter, seal the salad tightly in jars to preserve…
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Hake meets all these criteria, putting it in a select group of fish to eat this fall: mackerel, sardines, cod, sea bass, and salmon. This low-calorie fish is rich in…
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A new study from the University of Pittsburgh finds that widespread flu vaccination protects both vaccinated and unvaccinated people — but vaccinated people are still best protected. Researchers ran computer…
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We’ve all heard you can catch a cold if you go outside in winter with wet hair or without a coat. The truth is a little different: winter doesn’t just…
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How a deliberate infection study found the immune response that stops COVID in its tracks
A deliberate infection study has revealed why some people never catch the coronavirus. A detailed comparison of COVID-19 cases has shed light on why not everyone falls victim to the…
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A team from the University of Helsinki enrolled 75 toddlers, ages 3 to 5, from 10 preschools in the Finnish capital for the experiment. The researchers found that just one…
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The human body is a complex ecosystem of living microorganisms. They live on the skin and mucous membranes—and inside the lungs, bile ducts, reproductive organs and various bodily fluids. One…
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A team of researchers from Boston University School of Medicine and Tufts University studied the immune systems of seven volunteers ages 100 to 119. They discovered that these centenarians possess…
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People often say a seasonal cold lasts about a week with treatment — and seven days without it. The difference is how rough that time feels for the patient. Let’s…
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Health & Beauty
Cold Therapy Works: How Cold Showers and Winter Dips Boost Immunity, Heart Health, and Mood
Research from several countries over decades has shown that cold exposure can benefit our health. Cold Boosts the Immune System Turning cold water on during a shower for at least…