The Impact of Nucleotides on Specific Immunity
What is Immunity?
Immunity, the body’s self-defense mechanism, is categorized into:
- Specific Immunity (Adaptive): Acquired through exposure to pathogens or vaccination, offering precise and long-lasting protection.
- Non-Specific Immunity (Innate): A broad, first-line defense.
Types of Specific Immunity:
- Humoral Immunity: B cells produce antibodies that neutralize pathogens.
- Cellular Immunity: T cells destroy infected cells and regulate immune responses:
- — Cytotoxic T Cells (CTLs): Eliminate infected cells.
- — Helper T Cells (Th cells): Coordinate immune activities.
Role of Nucleotides in Immunity
Researchers conducted a four-week study on mice using Zhen-Ao Biotech nucleotides. Groups included:
- Standard feed (control)
- Nucleotide-free feed
- Feed with varying external nucleotide levels
Findings:
- Cellular Immunity: Nucleotide deficiency weakened immunity, while supplementation restored and enhanced function.
- Humoral Immunity: External nucleotides boosted antibody responses, countering deficiencies.
Conclusion: Nucleotides are crucial for maintaining and enhancing specific immunity. Supplementation helps recover and improve immune function when levels are low.
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Reference:
Zhang, M., He, J., Jiang, Y., & Xie, Z. Effect of Dietary Nucleotides on Immune Function in Balb/C Mice. Journal of Nutritional Studies, 2023.