Do you keep catching colds even though you’re forever loading up on vitamin C? Here’s why your gut is making you susceptible to illness even though you eat a healthy diet.
), it now transpires that our ability to fight off colds and work through illnesses quickly is determined by our microbiomes too.
“The gut functions as a big part of the immune system for various reasons. Firstly, it is a literal barrier to the outside world. The entire lining of the gut is lined with a mucosal layer that functions to protect us from viruses, bacteria, fungi.”– the collection of bacteria, viruses and fungi that “lives in harmony with us when well balanced”, van Haeften tells“Essentially, the immune system is primed to identify invaders which shouldn’t be there .
“Foods which are prebiotic and probiotic are also important to support the diversity and health of the gut microbiome, contributing to a healthy gut environment and healthy immune response.” So that’s your yoghurt, kimchi and miso. To do that, it’s worth asking your GP for a blood test. That can check your vitamin D, iron, B12 and other vitamin levels.Stay hydrated
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