Inulin-type b2-1 fructans have some effect on the antibody response to seasonal influenza vaccination in healthy middle-aged humans

ß2-1 fructans are prebiotics and, as such, may modulate some aspects of immune function. Improved immune function could enhance the host’s ability to respond to infections. There is limited information on the effects of ß2-1 fructans on immune responses in humans. The objective of the study was to d...

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Main Authors: Amy eLomax, Lydia eCheung, Paul eNoakes, Elizabeth eMiles, Philip eCalder
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2015-09-01
Series:Frontiers in Immunology
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Online Access:http://journal.frontiersin.org/Journal/10.3389/fimmu.2015.00490/full