Keep a relative humidity of 30-50 percent. This helps reduce mold and dust mites, which die when the humidity is below 40 percent, according to the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology.
Be cautious of products marketed to “clean” the air, like sprays and plug-in fresheners that release particles.
While room-sized air cleaners can…
Archive for the ‘Immunology’ Category
Ways to improve indoor air quality
Friday, September 30th, 2011
Three ways to fight mold at home
Wednesday, September 21st, 2011
Most people know that heavy rains and water leaks can lead to mold and mildew problems at home. But what do you do when the worst happens?
Glad you asked. September is National Mold Awareness Month, and the non-profit Allergy & Asthma Network Mothers of Asthmatics recommends consumers be vigilant about preventing mold, dealing with it…
Researchers Identify Gene Pivotal For Immune System Balance
Thursday, July 21st, 2011
A team led by St. Jude researchers identified a gene pivotal for immune system balance. Ultimately, the discovery may aid efforts to tame allergies and asthma.
Named Mina, the gene is part of a signaling pathway that may provide novel targets for new treatments and provide further insights into the disease-fighting immune system, explained Mark Bix,…
Don’t Just Eat Dirt, Breathe Dirt!
Wednesday, April 13th, 2011
Colonization with a variety of microbes from early childhood appears to be important for balanced immunologic development,
Studies have shown that growing up on a farm is associated with reduced risk for asthma, possibly through stimulation of the innate immune system in early life. These data are supportive of the so-called hygiene hypothesis.
Recently, researchers in…
Bee pollen superfood boosts immune system function
Tuesday, January 18th, 2011
There are many superfoods that boost immune function, but few do it with as much potency as bee pollen. Through its unique combination of minerals, vitamins, amino acids and enzymes, bee pollen offers one of the most revitalizing natural superfoods in the world (especially when collected from local bees who are in tune with your…
Bee pollen superfood boosts immune system function
Tuesday, August 10th, 2010
There are many superfoods that boost immune function, but few do it with as much potency as bee pollen. Through its unique combination of minerals, vitamins, amino acids and enzymes, bee pollen offers one of the most revitalizing natural superfoods in the world (especially when collected from local bees who are in tune with your…
Children Need More Dirt to be Healthy
Tuesday, August 10th, 2010
Researchers from the University of California, San Diego, have found that children who are too clean are at a higher risk of developing inflammation and disease. Normal skin bacteria that act to balance immune response protect the body from overreacting to cuts and other injuries. Excessive cleanliness is actually impairing children’s natural healing function and…
Bee pollen superfood boosts immune system function
Monday, July 26th, 2010
There are many superfoods that boost immune function, but few do it with as much potency as bee pollen. Through its unique combination of minerals, vitamins, amino acids and enzymes, bee pollen offers one of the most revitalizing natural superfoods in the world (especially when collected from local bees who are in tune with your…
New study connects fiber-rich diet and intestinal bacteria with strong immune system
Tuesday, July 20th, 2010
You probably know that getting enough fiber in your diet can keep constipation at bay and it can lower high cholesterol levels, too. Now Australian researchers have found another reason why the indigestible part of plant-based foods, known as roughage, is good for you — it plays an important role in keeping your immune system…
Rare Hybrid Cell Key to Regulating the Immune System
Tuesday, June 15th, 2010
A cell small in number but powerful in its ability to switch the immune system on or off is a unique hybrid of two well-known immune cell types, Medical College of Georgia researchers report.
“This is actually the first cell we know of that has this type of appearance in nature,” Dr. Andrew Mellor, molecular geneticist…
