Immune system

As winter approaches, demand for dietary supplements rises

EcoSupp reports a double-digit sales increase.

Ecosupp – Increase in Dietary Supplement Consumption.
Stewart and Judith Colton on a recent visit to Tel Aviv University

Joining forces against autoimmune disease

Zinc supplements. Not for everyday use

The mineral meant to strengthen the body: When does the popular supplement do the exact opposite?

Medicine cabinet

Israeli-founded AI biotech Immunai launches drug-discovery collaboration with Boehringer Ingelheim


Winter is coming, and it’s worth preparing: Here’s what you should start eating right now

During the winter, our body is mainly busy maintaining body heat and less focused on protecting itself from viruses. But there are a few things you can do right now to protect it.

Start strengthening your body

Nut parade: Which nut packs the most protein?

The protein in nuts helps preserve, grow and repair muscle mass while strengthening the immune system.

 Nut parade: Which nut packs the most protein?

New COVID-19 variant NB.1.8.1 spreads globally, cases confirmed in Russia and US

Experts warn NB.1.8.1 may be more transmissible due to mutations enhancing immune evasion.

 New COVID-19 variant NB.1.8.1 spreads globally, cases confirmed in Russia and US. Illustration.

No more 'death sentence': 100% survival rate achieved in gene therapy trial

All patients showed adequate levels of the CD18 protein needed to fight infections in the long term.

 Five of the children who received treatment in a gene therapy clinical trial co-led by UCLA.

Dangers of wildfires: Recognising smoke inhalation, and when to seek help

On wildfire days, tens of thousands of people are exposed to smoke outdoors—many without realizing the risk.

 Firefighters try to extinguish a fire which broke out near Moshav Mesilat Zion, April 30, 2025.

Former Pfizer chief scientist joins Immunai’s board of directors

Biotech company Immunai, which developed an AI-based immune system mapping technology for drug development, announces the appointment of Dr. Mikael Dolsten to its board of directors.

 Dr. Noam Solomon, CEO of Immunai

Scientists discover brain circuit behind placebo effect

Researchers from Haifa have pinpointed the neural pathway linking the brain and immune system, revealing how the placebo effect works and paving the way for new treatments for various diseases

 CROSS-SECTIONAL T1-weighted MRI of a healthy human brain.

TAU researchers take on battle vs immunotherapy-resistant tumors

The researchers discovered that UV exposure caused a significant increase in the expression of a protein associated with immune response.

 An illustrative image of lung cancer.

The importance of balanced nutrition for strengthening the immune system

A balanced diet strengthens the immune system. The combination of essential vitamins and a healthy lifestyle helps prevent diseases and maintains our overall health.

 Buddha bowl meal

Does Ashwagandha Increase Testosterone? Common Uses, Dosage & Potential Side Effects

Does ashwagandha increase testosterone? Discover whether this herbal extract can boost T levels and supplements that contain it, such as TestoPrime end D-Bal MAX.