Do helminth-derived products inhibit the development of allergic responses in mice?
Our results suggest that helminths suppress the development of asthma by secreting substances that modulate allergic responses without affecting the generation of helminth-specific Th2 immunity. The identification of these products may lead to the design of novel therapeutic intervention strategies for the treatment of asthma.
Genetic variation of the TUB gene was associated with both body composition and macronutrient intake, suggesting that TUB might influence eating behavior.