Improving Immunity & Resistance (Patient Counselling Guide)
The immune system is made up of a group of cells, tissues, and organs that work together to defend the body from foreign invaders (eg, bacteria, viruses, parasites, and fungi) that can cause infections. It consists of two subsystems, innate and adaptive. The innate or non-specific immune system is comprised of the skin and mucus membranes, defense cells, and proteins (enzymes), and acts as the first line of defense against harmful substances.On the other hand, the adaptive or specific immune system is composed of T cells, B cells, and antibodies that specifically target certain harmful substances that cause infection when the innate immune system fails.
