Immunity Introduction When it comes to the immune system, two words that are most important are antigens and antibodies. To put it simply, antigens are any foreign bodies or toxins that initiate an immune response in the body. Antibodies are proteins produced by the body to fight against these antigens. Let us just assume our body’s immune system and its response as an interesting drama that plays as long as we live. Now, certainly, it should have some main characters without which the drama never unfolds. White blood cells (WBC) , also known as leukocytes are the key factors or main characters that help build and maintain a strong immune system in our body. They circulate through the blood vessels and lymphatic vessels and do a constant patrol every time so that our body is always ready to fight any foreign body. WBCs are mainly 2 types: Phagocytes Lymphocytes Phagocytes As the name suggests, these cells engulf and absorb the pathogens, just like that! Remember the terms Neutrophils
Folic acid or vitamin B9 is an important vitamin for the proper functioning of the brain, production of red blood cells and the formation of DNA. This vitamin is essential for pregnant women, infant, and adolescents because it helps in the growth and development of cells and tissues. A diet low in folic acid may cause anemia, which makes you tired, weak and pale. Eating foods rich in folic acid reduce the production of unhealthy compounds in the body that otherwise increases the risk of heart diseases, Alzheimer’s disease, depression, high cholesterol level and hypertension. HEALTH BENEFITS OF FOLIC ACID (VITAMIN B 9) Let us now look at the health benefits of folic acid: Folic Acid and Pregnancy Folic acid is important for a healthy pregnancy. Consuming folic acid-rich foods before pregnancy can boost fertility and enhance your chances of getting pregnant. The requirement of folic acid increases during pregnancy because it plays an essential role in the growth and development of the f