Your immune system is made up of a system of organs, proteins, cells, and microorganisms that protect your body against invasion from outside pathogens, such as unwanted bacteria, fungi, viruses, and toxins.

One of the most effective ways of maintaining a properly functioning immune system is to promote health and balance in the gut microbiome, the most important factor in immune system function. A healthy gut means a healthy immune system that can easily deal with pathogens that threaten good health, without going into overdrive.

PROBIOTICS are live microorganisms that may be found in certain fermented foods, as well as supplements and, in the right strength and formulation, can support balance in your gut microbiome to help you achieve better health and vitality and guard against disease.

Cytokines are small proteins that communicate with the immune system and are released when the body detects pathogens. In an overworked and stressed immune system, pro-inflammatory cytokines can be overproduced, causing the immune system to overload. When it is working optimally, the immune system can protect you against disease and infection. However, an overworked immune system can also lead to problems, such as allergic responses and inflammation chronic pain, and other inflammatory symptoms.

Your gut microbiome contains TRILLIONS of microorganisms, including bacteria, yeasts, fungi, and other organisms living in your gastrointestinal tract. The health of this biome is crucial to systemic and immune system functioning, as well as overall health.

Scientists are increasingly discovering that your health, in general, depends on the optimal balance of these microorganisms. Poor lifestyle habits, processed foods, illness, as well as medicines like antibiotics, and many other factors can affect the balance of good vs bad microorganisms, leading to an unhealthy gut microbiome and a compromised immune system