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By on December 28th, 2009

Health Benefits of Sterols and Sterolins

Sterols and sterolins are two of the most well studied plant nutrients in the world but yet the public doesn’t know much about their health benefits. Studies have shown that sterols and sterolins are beneficial for allergies, asthma, heart and digestive health, inflammation, cancer and arthritis. One of the best features of sterols and sterolins are their abilities to control cytokine levels which are important for immune health.

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By on August 24th, 2009

How Sex Improves Immunity

KissResearchers at Wilkes University did a recent study which concluded that sex may help prevent the common cold. The study involved undergraduates students who agreed to participate in the study. The students who had sex once or twice per week had a significant increase of immunoglobulin A (IGA) in their saliva. Although, students who had sex more than three times per week had less IGA, even less than students who rarely had sex at all. People who have low levels of IGA have a greater risk of getting sick.

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By on July 13th, 2009

Thymus Gland: Why it is Important for Immunity

The thymus gland is a flat, pinkish-grey organ that sits behind the breast bone, right beneath the collar bone. The thymus gland is important for immunity because it produces T-cells. These T-cells aid the immune system by helping cells destroy virus, bacteria, and abnormal cells such as cancer. Studies have shown that people with weak thymus glands have a higher chance of getting infection and cancer.

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By on September 24th, 2008

Herbal Teas: Natural Energy Healers

Herbal teas are great for boosting our natural immunity to infections and diseases which are very important for keeping our energy balanced. When we are sick, our bodies uses a lot of energy to fight micro-organisms which messes up the flow of our energy systems.

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