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The first installment of a 4-part Microbiome 101 series. To start our exploration of the microbiome, we first delve into some of the myriad ways in which the microbes living within us play an integral in our health (and even our happiness!), so you can get an idea of just how important these little cohabitants are for humans.
The immune system, like all our bodily systems, thrives off of eating a wide variety of whole foods and lots of vegetables. Here I discuss some of the key micronutrients required for optimal immune function and some good food options for getting them into your diet. Think about including a variety of these foods in your diet to support your body with the vitamins and minerals that we know support your immune system in doing its job. You’ll also find some general recommendations for supporting optimal immune system health with food at the end.
In naturopathic medicine, at the base of our therapeutic order, is supporting the foundations of health, one of which includes exercise. I will address other foundations of health as they relate to supporting your immune system and mental health, in the coming weeks, but I wanted to start with focusing on exercise, as April’s health challenge is to move your body! I’m focusing on the immune system, for obvious reasons, but also mental health because we could all use a little extra support right now.
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