The gut microbiome is a hot topic these days, but what does it really have to do with our immune system? We know that the bacteria in our gut plays an important role in our overall health - from digestion to mood - but how exactly does it affect our immunity? Let’s take a closer look at the science behind the gut microbiome and its relationship with our immune system.
The Gut Microbiome and Our Immune System
The microbiome is made up of trillions of microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi, and viruses. Most of these microbes live in the gastrointestinal tract or “gut”. This diverse ecosystem helps us digest food, create vitamins, regulate hormones and more. But most importantly, it helps protect us from outside invaders like viruses and toxins.
These beneficial bacteria form a protective barrier in the gut which helps us fight off disease-causing pathogens. Studies have shown that having a healthy gut microbiome can improve our immune system's response to infection and reduce inflammation. This can help keep us healthy when exposed to outside threats like colds or flu.
The good news is that there are things you can do to keep your gut healthy! Eating probiotic-rich foods that have live cultures and good bacteria like kombucha, kimchi, yogurt, kefir and sauerkraut can help repopulate your microbiome with beneficial bacteria. Additionally, adding prebiotic-rich foods like garlic, onions and asparagus can help feed those friendly bacteria so they can flourish. And lastly, reducing stress levels has also been linked to improved gut health (and overall health).
Unlike other pro-biotic gummies on the market, Numo's organic gummies maintain live cultures from actual Kombucha and Kimchi. We are designed to help kickstart your gut and your immunity.
Conclusion: Taking care of your gut microbiome is essential for maintaining a strong immune system. By adding probiotic-rich foods into your diet and reducing stress levels you can help ensure that your body has the protection it needs against outside invaders while also reaping other health benefits like improved digestion and mood regulation. So if you want to stay healthy this season (and beyond!), start taking steps today to protect your precious gut!
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
