IMMUNE RESPONSE

This study tested whether a daily probiotic tablet called LC-Plasma could help healthy adults fight off colds and other upper respiratory infections. 241 Australian adults took either the probiotic or a placebo for 4 weeks. Researchers measured immune cell activity and tracked an…

This study looked at whether eating blueberries can improve immune function in overweight older men and postmenopausal women aged 50-70. Fifty-two participants ate blueberries daily, and researchers measured changes in immune cells and inflammation markers in their blood. The goa…

This study looked at how staphylococcus bacteria on the skin may worsen eczema and increase the risk of herpes infections. Researchers compared skin and blood samples from 41 adults with moderate to severe eczema to healthy skin. The goal was to understand the bacteria's toxins a…

This study checked how long the Ebola vaccine (rVSV-ZEBOV) protects health workers in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Researchers measured immune cells and antibodies in 133 vaccinated health workers to see if protection lasts beyond 1-2 years. The goal was to understand if…

This study looked at whether eating almonds every day can improve how well the immune system responds to the flu vaccine in overweight middle-aged men and women. About 61 participants ate almonds or a placebo for several weeks. Researchers measured immune cell activity and tracke…

This study looked at whether a fermented soy powder called Q CAN PLUS could improve thinking, immune function, and the body's response to the flu vaccine in healthy adults aged 65 and older. Researchers measured changes in blood markers and cognitive tests over 16 weeks. The goal…

This study looked at how well different licensed flu vaccines work in adults aged 65 to 74. About 179 participants received one of three vaccines over two flu seasons, with blood tests to measure immune response. The goal was to see which vaccine provides the best protection in t…