Our gastrointestinal (GI) tract is an ecosystem – a collection of microorganisms that differ in number, type, and function throughout it. There are approximately 10 times as many microorganisms in it (approximately 100 trillion) as there are cells in the body. While most of the microbes are bacteria, the gut can also harbor yeasts, single-cell eukaryotes, viruses, fungi, archaea, and small parasitic worms. The majority is found within the large bowel where they contribute to digesting food, fermentation of undigested food components, especially carbohydrates/fiber, absorbing and synthesizing nutrients like phytonutrients, and to fecal bulk. Some of the most commonly found or recognized genera of gut bacteria in adults are Bifidobacterium,…
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7 Methods to strengthen the immune system
Contrast showers The idea of this practice is to get the blood flowing with warm water since warm temperatures will open the blood vessels and flush the body with blood. Then switch to cold water, which will drive the blood inward to warm and protect the internal organs from the cold. Keeps skin and hair healthy Increases energy Improves circulation Increases well-being Relieves depression Detoxifies the body Boosting the central nervous system Reduction and relief of respiratory infections and conditions Reduction and improvement in the recovery from muscle soreness and fatigue Increases metabolism The procedure is to alternate between warm and cold for two to three cycles, keeping in mind…
