Articles and health files on the « immunity » theme

Exposure to a pathogen does not automatically result in an infection; however, the conditions and lifestyle choices associated with the winter are conducive to the development of pathologies that often affect…

Antibiotics offer, in some cases, an unrivalled solution for treating a bacterial infection. However, they can also have adverse effects on our “microbiota” and cause diarrhoea. There is evidence to indicate…

: A large number of our immune cells are found in the gut. The gut, and more particularly the bacteria it contains (microbiota), has a key role in defence against pathogens. Preserving the integrity of the gut…

Our immune system is constantly protecting us from viruses, bacteria, fungi and other pathogens. Different events can weaken this system, increasing our exposure to illness. Pertinent and natural solutions…

Taking probiotics and fish oil supplements during pregnancy may reduce the child's allergy risk, according to a very large meta-analysis presented in the PLoS Medicine journal. The analysis revealed a strong…