In this series, “The Miraculous Immune System,” we explore the true power of immunity and the organs that work tirelessly to protect the body. Previously: The thymus may shrink after training T cells, but it continues to play critical roles—many of which we are only beginning to understand.  The little-known thymus gland is one of…

In this series, we explore the true power of the body’s immunity and the organs that work tirelessly to achieve it. Previously: The spleen protects the body in remarkable ways, so it’s essential to learn how to keep it healthy.  The thymus is an organ that has puzzled scientists and scholars for centuries. It’s an…