This research explores how natural compounds from plants could help fight fungal infections while also supporting the immune system. Plant-derived compounds offer a promising alternative to existing antifungal drugs, especially as more fungi become resistant to current treatments. These natural compounds work in multiple ways – they can directly kill fungi, prevent them from growing, and help boost the body’s own immune response to infections. Key impacts on everyday life: • Could lead to new treatments for common fungal infections like athlete’s foot and yeast infections • May help reduce side effects compared to current antifungal medications • Could provide more affordable treatment options since plant compounds are generally less expensive to produce • May help address the growing problem of drug-resistant fungal infections • Could lead to new combination therapies that work better than existing treatments alone