Cancers employ a range of mechanisms to subvert and suppress the activities of immune cells attempting to destroy cancerous cells. One issue that appears inherent to T cells of the adaptive immune system, however, is the exhaustion that sets in following repeated exposure to molecules present on cancerous cells or in the tumor environment that trigger T cell receptors. This is how T cells identify targets. Individual T cells are initially effective at killing cancerous cells after T cell receptor interactions, but then become increasingly less effective over time. Can this be prevented? Potentially yes, but the processes involved are not simple, as researchers here explain.
The T cells found in the human immune system are some of the front-line soldiers in recognizing, attac…
Cancers employ a range of mechanisms to subvert and suppress the activities of immune cells attempting to destroy cancerous cells. One issue that appears inherent to T cells of the adaptive immune system, however, is the exhaustion that sets in following repeated exposure to molecules present on cancerous cells or in the tumor environment that trigger T cell receptors. This is how T cells identify targets. Individual T cells are initially effective at killing cancerous cells after T cell receptor interactions, but then become increasingly less effective over time. Can this be prevented? Potentially yes, but the processes involved are not simple, as researchers here explain.
The T cells found in the human immune system are some of the front-line soldiers in recognizing, attac…
Say hello to an old favorite! A version of this roasted beet salad appeared in our digital cookbook, and we loved it so much that we had to dust it off, freshen it up, and share it with you (our beloved internet friends).
Made with fresh cherries, arugula, and roasted beets, this salad is vibrant, naturally sweet, and packed with antioxidants. It’s simple enough for every day (30 minutes and 8 ingredients), but elegant enough to enjoy with dinner guests.
Say hello to an old favorite! A version of this roasted beet salad appeared in our digital cookbook, and we loved it so much that we had to dust it off, freshen it up, and share it with you (our beloved internet friends).
Made with fresh cherries, arugula, and roasted beets, this salad is vibrant, naturally sweet, and packed with antioxidants. It’s simple enough for every day (30 minutes and 8 ingredients), but elegant enough to enjoy with dinner guests.
Ah, aromatherapy. Some folks think there’s nothing a date with an essential oil *can’t* cure. Others are skeptical — “A few drops of oil for a bonafide illness? Pish posh.”
The truth probably lies somewhere in between. Though essential oils have a solid reputation for squashing stress to fighting insomnia, the controlled studies on aromatherapy — using concentrated plant <a href="https://greatist.com/live/what-are-essential-oil…
Ah, aromatherapy. Some folks think there’s nothing a date with an essential oil *can’t* cure. Others are skeptical — “A few drops of oil for a bonafide illness? Pish posh.”
The truth probably lies somewhere in between. Though essential oils have a solid reputation for squashing stress to fighting insomnia, the controlled studies on aromatherapy — using concentrated plant <a href="https://greatist.com/live/what-are-essential-oil…
This post is for anyone who stresses themselves out trying to control life. Which I’m guessing means it’s for most people.
It’s easy to convince ourselves we have power over things we don’t—as if we can force people and situations to go our way simply by trying or pushing harder.
The world would feel a lot safer if this were true. If people did what we thought was best, situations worked out as we believed they should, and nothing challenging or painful ever caught us off guard.
But some things are simply uncontrollable, and it’s exhausting and futile to obsess over them—not to mention disempowering, since we can’t control what’s in our powe…
This post is for anyone who stresses themselves out trying to control life. Which I’m guessing means it’s for most people.
It’s easy to convince ourselves we have power over things we don’t—as if we can force people and situations to go our way simply by trying or pushing harder.
The world would feel a lot safer if this were true. If people did what we thought was best, situations worked out as we believed they should, and nothing challenging or painful ever caught us off guard.
But some things are simply uncontrollable, and it’s exhausting and futile to obsess over them—not to mention disempowering, since we can’t control what’s in our powe…
“You create your future based on your energy in the present.” ~Unknown
I’m usually a pretty happy person, but about a year ago—perhaps due to a lack of social connections and laughter—I experienced a few dark months. During those months, I spent most of my waking hours (and probably nights as well) consumed with negative thoughts.
I woke up feeling angry in the morning, continued having negative thoughts most of the day, and went to bed in that same state of mind.
Luckily, I didn’t have many opportunities to spread my negativity to others because we were in confinement.
On one of those moody mornings, I played a video of a spiritual teacher that a f…
“You create your future based on your energy in the present.” ~Unknown
I’m usually a pretty happy person, but about a year ago—perhaps due to a lack of social connections and laughter—I experienced a few dark months. During those months, I spent most of my waking hours (and probably nights as well) consumed with negative thoughts.
I woke up feeling angry in the morning, continued having negative thoughts most of the day, and went to bed in that same state of mind.
Luckily, I didn’t have many opportunities to spread my negativity to others because we were in confinement.
On one of those moody mornings, I played a video of a spiritual teacher that a f…
If you’ve been to Disneyland, you may know that just outside the Tiki Room, on the edge of Adventureland, there’s a little shack selling an addictively creamy and delightful treat called Dole Whip. It’s like pineapple sorbet — and it’s tropical refreshment at its best. We’re SO excited to share this quick & easy DIY version that’s vegan and naturally sweetened!
If you’ve been to Disneyland, you may know that just outside the Tiki Room, on the edge of Adventureland, there’s a little shack selling an addictively creamy and delightful treat called Dole Whip. It’s like pineapple sorbet — and it’s tropical refreshment at its best. We’re SO excited to share this quick & easy DIY version that’s vegan and naturally sweetened!
“By not asking for the data to which we are entitled, we sacrifice our ability to learn what our government is doing. Real transparency is more than waiting for the government to hand out data to us. Real transparency involves demanding data from the government and fighting, if necessary, to force the government to provide […]…
“By not asking for the data to which we are entitled, we sacrifice our ability to learn what our government is doing. Real transparency is more than waiting for the government to hand out data to us. Real transparency involves demanding data from the government and fighting, if necessary, to force the government to provide […]…
Protein treatments for hair have been available for years. They’re advertised as a way to revitalize damaged hair, make sure healthy hair stays that way, and keep your locks looking their most luscious.
And while haircare can be a minefield of false promises, fortunately, protein treatments are legit. There’s plenty of science backing their effectiveness, and with such a wide variety of options available, there’s a protein treatment for almost every head of hair.
Protein treatments for hair have been available for years. They’re advertised as a way to revitalize damaged hair, make sure healthy hair stays that way, and keep your locks looking their most luscious.
And while haircare can be a minefield of false promises, fortunately, protein treatments are legit. There’s plenty of science backing their effectiveness, and with such a wide variety of options available, there’s a protein treatment for almost every head of hair.
Prostate massage is inserting fingers into the anus and stimulating the prostate. This process can be used for sexual pleasure or medical examination.
The prostate – the walnut-sized gland that separates the rectum from bladder and penis-parts – releases seminal fluid (aka semen) when it’s massaged. Fun fact: the prostate is also the location of the quasi-mystical male g-spot.
It turns out that massaging the prostate might yield some other medical benefits as well.
Whether you want to get poking around back there for health or pleasure, here’s everything you need to know (including how to do a prostate massage).
Prostate massage is inserting fingers into the anus and stimulating the prostate. This process can be used for sexual pleasure or medical examination.
The prostate – the walnut-sized gland that separates the rectum from bladder and penis-parts – releases seminal fluid (aka semen) when it’s massaged. Fun fact: the prostate is also the location of the quasi-mystical male g-spot.
It turns out that massaging the prostate might yield some other medical benefits as well.
Whether you want to get poking around back there for health or pleasure, here’s everything you need to know (including how to do a prostate massage).
