Tag: immune system

Scientists Discover How Deadly Fungi Weaken the Immune System; Open Door to New Treatments

July 11, 2026 No Comments

The study found that Candida albicans—a common fungus that normally lives harmlessly in many healthy people—can suppress a key immune response used by neutrophils, the white blood cells that form the body’s first line of defence against infections. By reducing the production of reactive nitrogen species (RNS), toxic molecules that help destroy invading microbes, the fungus effectively weakens the immune system’s ability to eliminate the infection.

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Avocado: Utterly Butterly Nutritious!

November 20, 2020 No Comments

While most fruits are eaten to control diet and lower weight, Avocado is probably the only one that helps in weight gaining. It provides a healthy source of calories unlike other calorie-dense foods that contain excess saturated fat and sugar.

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Five dietetic rules to enhance immunity

October 28, 2020 No Comments

A healthy immune system can protect us from infections and ailments. The Ministry of Ayush, as part of its ‘Ayush for Immunity’ campaign, has highlighted five dietetic rules as per Dinacharya (daily routines) principle of Ayurveda to help in optimal functioning of our digestive and immune systems:-

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Stay Young with Ayurveda!

October 23, 2020 No Comments

Time (kala) or change (parinama) is the principal causative factor for ageing and degenerative diseases. Parinama, or change, is the sequential event of the ageing process which goes through the stages such as infancy (Balya), adolescence (Tarunya), youth (Youvana), middle age (Proudha) and old age (Vardhakya). While it is impossible to stop the process of change (parinama) or the advent of time (kala), it is possible to identify the impact they have on the body and find ways to slow it down.

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Know the Ayurvedic regimens to boost immunity

July 20, 2020 No Comments

These are hard times with the deadly Covid-19 showing no signs of abating. In-fact, the infection is spreading faster in many countries that call for a mass action, where each individual is required to do his part. An effective way is to boost own immunity to prevent the disease or reduce intensity upon affliction. Dr S Ajith, renowned Ayurvedic practitioner and Founder of Australasian Institute of Ayurvedic Studies, suggests some effective daily regimens in this regard:-

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