In a similar murine model of AR, in addition to decreasing symptoms after nasal challenge, quercetin was able to reduce Th17 cells, increase Treg cells, as well as promote Th1/Th2 balance, by reducing IgE and IgG1 levels and elevating IgG2 levels and the IgG2a/IgG1 ratio in a dose-dependent manner
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Liposomal formats can help the nutrient reach the systemic circulation more efficiently
Potential Side Effects and Risks In human studies, BPC 157 exhibited no significant side effects, indicating a favorable safety profile