👉 Interferons are substances that interfere with the function or activity of another substance. These substances can be present in natural environments, such as water and air, or in human bodies. Interferons can also be produced by living organisms themselves, either naturally or through chemical reactions. For example, when a person breathes in smoke from a fire, they may experience an allergic reaction because the smoke contains interferon-like substances that can irritate their respiratory system. Similarly, when someone is exposed to pollutants