Researchers have discovered that mimicking cold exposure or fasting can trigger an immune response in the body that slows ...

A study published in Science by the Champalimaud Foundation reveals a surprising new role for the immune system. During periods of low energy—such as intermittent fasting or exercise—immune cells step ...

A form of very low-calorie fasting-mimicking diet may help alleviate symptoms of mild-to-moderate Crohn's disease.

New research from The University of Manchester may reshape our understanding of what happens to the immune system when we fast. Funded by the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council ...

This article was reviewed by Lynn Marie Morski, MD, JD. Key Takeaways: Intermittent fasting might benefit women over 50 by ...

A healthy immune system is one of the keys to a healthy life. It’s what protects your body from infection. If your immun ...

During fasting or exercise, immune cells (red) migrate to the pancreas and stimulate glucagon-producing cells (orange) to regulate blood sugar, with cell nuclei shown in blue. “For decades, immunology ...