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New Immune System, New Life for California Teen Overcoming Leukemia

Stanford Childrens

Aggressive leukemia stopped in its tracks by innovative cancer treatments at Stanford Medicine Children’s Health From the minute you meet Emily and Susana, it’s obvious that they have an extraordinary mother-daughter bond. Now, they even share the same immune system. About 99.9% of me is in Emily,” says Susana.

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The Benefits of Green Tea Polyphenols on the Immune System

Designs for Health

Epidemiological studies indicate that green tea consumption is associated with several health-promoting benefits, including the support of healthy body weight and cardiovascular health. Recent research is investigating the beneficial role of green tea on the immune system. However, more human research study is needed. .

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Recent Review Explores Potential Connection Between Oral Microbiome and The Immune System

Designs for Health

The oral microbiome has been a topic in recent research for its potential role in systemic health. Recent evidence suggests that oral microbial composition and balance may be linked to certain systemic issues, including some that may lead to autoimmune activity. Porphyromonas gingivalis ( P. By Dr. C Ambrose, ND, MAT

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Recent Review Explores Potential Connection Between Oral Microbiome and The Immune System

Designs for Health

The oral microbiome has been a topic in recent research for its potential role in systemic health. Recent evidence suggests that oral microbial composition and balance may be linked to certain systemic issues, including some that may lead to autoimmune activity. Porphyromonas gingivalis ( P. By Dr. C Ambrose, ND, MAT

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Vitamin D and Kids’ Health: Supporting Bone Health and Beyond

Designs for Health

In kids, vitamin D is critical for healthy bone growth and the development of a healthy immune system. Recent research suggests that it may also support other aspects of health in the growing child. . Vitamin D also helps support both innate and adaptive immune health. By Colleen Ambrose, ND, MAT.

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The Latest on Probiotics and Periodontal Health

Designs for Health

Research indicates that the oral microbiome may play an important role in periodontal health, dental integrity, and oral wellness. Certain systemic illnesses related to endocrine, metabolic, and immune systems have been linked to oral microbial equilibrium and some factors related to periodontal health.

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The Thyroid-Gut Axis: Is There a Connection Between Thyroid Health and the Gut Microbiome?

Designs for Health

It involves biochemical interactions between the immune system, gut microbiota, and the thyroid. Emerging research suggests that the thyroid-gut axis may play a pivotal role in the regulation of thyroid function and the immune response. In animal models , it has also been linked with supporting health in the presence of GO.