In vertebrates, the immune system is considered the last line of defense against foreign invaders.It fights by destroying pathogens and tumor cells using mechanisms that constantly adapt to recognize and rid these disease causing cells.
Which is Better for Weight Loss? Some studies have found that low-carb diets are more effective for weight loss and fat loss than low-fat diets. A study published in 2014 in Annals of Internal Medicine showed that this was the case, even after a period of 12 months.
Trans fat is considered by many doctors to be the worst type of fat you can eat. Unlike other dietary fats, trans fat â also called trans-fatty acids â both raises your LDL (bad) cholesterol and lowers your HDL (good) cholesterol. A diet laden with trans fat increases your risk of heart disease, the leading killer of men and women. Here's some information about trans fat and how to avoid it.