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Episode 92. Vegan and Low Carb Diet Effects on the Immune System
Feb 9, 2024
Dr. Roger Seheult discusses a study comparing the effects of vegan and ketogenic diets on the immune system, including findings on interferon production. The podcast explores the impact of different diets on COVID-19 severity, T cell activation, and B cell activation. It also discusses the correlation between immune response and interferon activity in COVID-19.
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- Following a plant-based or pescatarian diet is associated with lower odds of experiencing moderate to severe COVID-19.
- Vegan diets increase innate immune response while ketogenic diets improve adaptive immunity.
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Effect of Diet on Immune System
The podcast explores the impact of diet on the immune system, specifically focusing on the innate and adaptive immune systems. The innate immune system is responsible for identifying foreign substances and fighting infections like COVID-19 and influenza, while the adaptive immune system produces antibodies against specific antigens. The podcast discusses how certain types of diets can influence these immune systems.
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