Abstract:An experimental study reported that zinc and sodium display opposite effects on immune cells such as regulatory T cells (Tregs) and T helper 17 cells (Th17), resulting in a contrary effect on the immune system (1) . Thus, the authors suggested that excessive dietary sodium intake and simultaneous low zinc intake may cause an altered immune response. Immune cells also have a pivotal role in regulating tumor progression, and reduced immune cells, such as natural killer cells or Tregs, may worsen gastric cancer (… Show more
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