Goblet cells refer to a type of cells found in our body, particularly in our respiratory and digestive systems. These cells, shaped like a goblet or a cup, produce mucus, which helps to protect and lubricate the lining of our organs. Full definition
Resistant starch also prevented loss of goblet cells in the intestinal crypts and TNF - alpha expression in the cecum and increased T - reg cells in the brain by 10-fold. (resistantstarchresearch.com)
This was very efficient at reducing lung inflammation and production of mucous - generating goblet cells in our tests.» (sciencedaily.com)
Using cell culture and laboratory mouse experiments, the researchers showed that the enzyme, aldose reductase, is essential to a process known as goblet cell metaplasia that is seen in both asthma and COPD. (sciencedaily.com)