"Allergies" and "Gut Health" . . . is there a connection?

So, we found out yesterday . . . that our "gut health" . . . has a lot to do with . . . "IF" . . . we have allergies or autoimmune diseases . . .

So, today . . . let's dig a little deeper . . .

Simply put . . .

The "composition" of our "gut microbiome" . . . DETERMINES . . . the "influence" on our immune "regulation" . . . or our "tolerance" to pathogens, allergens and disease.

It also . . . can increase or decrease the risk of autoimmune activity.

Now . . . the vast community of good bacteria (microorganisms) that live in the large intestine . . . play a crucial role in shaping and "influencing" the immune system.

They act as a "training ground" for immune cells . . . strengthening the gut lining . . . modulating inflammation . . . and contributing to immune "homeostasis".

With "homeostasis" being . . . the process by which organisms maintain a stable internal environment like . . .

Our body temperature, blood sugar levels and blood ph.

This "balance" is crucial for survival and optimal health!!!!

So, what does that mean???

Well . . . as I've said time and time again . . . at birth . . . our "gut microbiomes" . . . or better known as our "IMMUNE SYSTEM BUILDER" . . .

EDUCATES and TRAINS our immune system . . . teaching it to distinguish between "harmless" bacteria and "potential" pathogens.

This is what "builds" GOOD immune cells that can effectively respond to threats to our health through life . . .

This simple act at birth . . . maintains the TOLERANCE" to bacteria, toxins and pathogens . . . and yes even to food.

And with this . . . it also helps to develop "T cell" population . . . which are crucial for "adaptive immunity"!!!

Meaning . . . controlling whether we have allergies and illness . . . or NOT!!!

Now . . . this "good" bacteria in our large intestine . . . contributes to the integrity of our "gut lining" . . .

This is our "BARRIER" to optimal health!!!

And WITHOUT . . . the CORRECT amount of this "immune system builder" . . .

NO MATTER WHAT AGE OR STAGE OF LIFE YOU'RE IN . . .

Our DEFEENSE system is DEPLETED!

You see . . . the "good" bacteria (gut microbiota) in our large intestine . . . is what influences our "immune cells" . . . including our T cells, B cells, macrophages and our Natural Killer cells.

So, LISTEN UP PEOPLE . . .

These "gut microbes" . . . are what "REGULATES" our immune RESPONSES!!!

Whether it be to allergies or disease!!!

So, next week . . . let's continue . . . because there's a LOT more to learn

As always, stay safe and health . . . and feel free to DM or contact me at: miraclemeadows.net/contact/