Trans-vaccenic acid in red meat and dairy improves anti-tumor immunity, research shows

December 5, 2023 — New research shows that a long-chain fatty acid – trans-vaccenic acid (TVA) – found in meat and dairy products improves immune cell function and anti-tumor immunity in vivo. Rather than suggesting people increase their intake of red meat and dairy, as this has been linked to adverse health effects, the researchers … Read more

Natures Crops International-backed research touts the benefits of Ahiflower oil

(Image credit: Natures Crops International) December 5, 2023 — A brain lipid research team suggests Ahiflower nutrition (Buglossoides arvensis) oil can be a valuable plant source to maintain tissue turnover of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), similar to dietary DHA. New research has found that Ahiflower oil is as efficient as purified marine DHA at developing DHA … Read more

Research shows that dietary trans-vaccenic acid increases anti-tumor immunity

In a recent study published in Nature, researchers developed a library of blood nutrient molecules and conducted screens to find nutritional components that influence anti-tumor immunity. Study: Trans-vaccenic acid reprograms CD8+ T cells and antitumor immunity. Image credits: Anusorn Nakdee/Shutterstock.com Background Dietary nutrients are closely linked to human physiological processes, as they provide energy, biosynthesize … Read more

Research points to foods that boost your body’s defenses

In a recent review in the magazine Food sciences and nutritiona team of researchers has summarized current medical knowledge about the role that certain common foods play in strengthening the immune system. The extensive article discussed the benefits of consuming fruits, vegetables, herbs, animal products and other foods for maintaining a healthy immune system. Study: … Read more