摘要 |
The present invention provides a method of increasing the lymphocyte count in peripheral blood and a method for stimulating the immune system in a subject, which include administering an effective amount of glutamic acid or a salt thereof to the subject. Since glutamic acid or a salt thereof is not toxic and is free of side effects, it is safe, can be presented in the form of food, and is suitable for application to the elderly and subjects with reduced resistance. Since immunity is enhanced, general conditions can be improved and the mind and body can be activated.
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