Episode 126: Probiotics for the Immune System
Short and sweet one for ya today, friends. This episode will serve as a living resource that gets right to the meat of answering the question, “Should you take probiotics for your immune system?” I break down probiotic misconceptions, how they work to affect our immune system and how to support your body when rebuilding a healthy gut microbiome.
In this episode:
Why you shouldn’t wait until you’re feeling sick to work on your immune system [2:18]
The common misconception about probiotics [4:07]
Colonization resistance: what this is, what it does and why I relate this to the Great Woods parking lot [5:02]
How probiotics help to create an unfavorable environment for the growth of gut pathogens [7:20]
The connection between probiotics and Treg cells, and how this helps make our immune system efficient and healthy [8:12]
The probiotic I recommend for most people, and why [11:09]
The two most common questions I get about probiotics [13:55]
The three Ps to remember when rebuilding your gut microbiome [16:07]
Resources mentioned:
Bio-Kult Boosted probiotic (Save 15% off your entire order with code FUNK15!)
Organifi Immune support powder (Enter code FUNK for 20% off your order!)
Recipe: Immune-boosting hot chocolate
Recipe: Immune-boosting Zucchini noodle ramen soup
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