Probiotics can have amazing benefits on the gut. While the G.I. tract is not technically in the body, having good bacteria for creating a healthy immune system is critical. Creating substances like Cytokines that help regulate messages for the immune system is a very easy way for the gut to protect itself. The science on this subject is still new so studies are starting to show intriguing benefits such as respiratory health. We’re excited to see what comes next.
Key Takeaways:
- Probiotics in the gut encounter harmful substances before they reach the immune system surrounding the GI tract.
- L. reuteri and L. fermentum are strains of probiotics that inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria.
- Other strains provide anti-inflammatory benefits and possibly enhance the function of white blood cells.
“Research on this topic is still very new, so it is likely that probiotics could help the immune system in many ways that we do not yet realize.”
Read more: https://humarian.com/probiotics-and-the-immune-system/