Immunomodulation by food: impact on gut immunity and immune cell function
2018; Oxford University Press; Volume: 82; Issue: 4 Linguagem: Inglês
10.1080/09168451.2018.1433017
ISSN1347-6947
AutoresSatoshi Hachimura, Mamoru Totsuka, Akira Hosono,
Tópico(s)Gut microbiota and health
ResumoRecent studies have revealed that various food components affect the immune response. These components act on various immune cells, and their effects are mediated through the intestinal immune system and, in some cases, the intestinal microbiota. In this review, we describe the immunomodulating effects of various food components, including probiotics, prebiotics, polysaccharides, vitamins, minerals, fatty acids, peptides, amino acids and polyphenols. Some of these components enhance immune responses, leading to host defense against infection, whereas others inhibit immune responses, thus suppressing allergy and inflammation.
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