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Hormones & Pharmacological Agents

Thymic Protein

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Posted on Mar 19, 2008, 9 a.m. By Bill Freeman

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Thymic proteins are produced by the thymus gland, which plays an important role in the immune system. They program T-lymphocytes. T-4 (helper) cells. central to the functioning of the immune system, are activated by a certain thymic protein. Thymic protein has been reported to strengthen the immune system, fight viral infections, and stimulate the bone marrow to produce more white and red blood cells.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Thymic proteins are produced by the thymus gland, which plays an important role in the immune system. They program T-lymphocytes. T-4 (helper) cells. central to the functioning of the immune system, are activated by a certain thymic protein. Thymic protein has been reported to strengthen the immune system, fight viral infections, and stimulate the bone marrow to produce more white and red blood cells.

ROLE FOR ANTI-AGING:

Thymic protein’s anti-aging benefits may include an increase in total white blood cell count, increased T-4 and T-8 levels, increase in total red blood cells, and an increased potential lifespan.

THERAPEUTIC DAILY AMOUNT:

The standard dosage for healthy people is 2mg per day.

MAXIMUM SAFE LEVEL: Not established

SIDE EFFECTS/CONTRAINDICATIONS:

Thymic protein should be avoided in patients taking large doses of steroid hormones.

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