Ingredient Found in All Mushrooms Can Reprogram Immune Cells to Fight Deadly Flu Infections

A component found in all fungi may provide a shield that prevents flu-related lung damage, according to a new Canadian study. The preclinical trial uncovered how beta-glucan—which is found in all mushrooms, and also yeast, oats, and barley—can ‘reprogram’ immune cells to prevent lung inflammation. A team of scientists at the Research Institute of the […] The post Ingredient Found in All Mushrooms Can Reprogram Immune Cells to Fight Deadly Flu Infections appeared first on Good News Network.

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