You’ve seen the term on yogurt containers, in supplement aisles, and in health articles: "probiotics." It's a wellness buzzword that has gained immense popularity, but what exactly are these ...

I am lying under a blanket, feeling rough, staring at a bowl of oranges. Every fibre of my being is urging me to devour the lot. I can hear my mum – and medical friends at university – insisting that ...

The cold and flu season is rampant now, so how can people protect themselves? A strong immune system is the key. A strong immune system is the body’s best natural defense mechanism against foreign ...

We asked experts which supplements have real benefits. By Katie Mogg While perusing the supplement aisle, you’ll likely pass bottles of pills and gummies claiming to boost your immune system. And if ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Here’s what you’ll learn when you read this story: The immune system function declines with age, but a ...

There’s a lot of truth to the adage “food is medicine.” While medications are certainly important and necessary, there is a direct relationship between diet and immune health. Nutrients both directly ...

Medically reviewed by Anita C. Chandrasekaran, MD A strong immune system helps protect you from infections by germs such as ...

As the temperature drops and sniffles start making their rounds, we’re all thinking about ways to strengthen our immunity: vitamin C, hand sanitizer, maybe a flu shot. But while you’re focused on ...