Immunity

An effective digestive system is closely linked to several other bodily functions. The immune system in particular houses nearly 80% of the body’s immune cells in the digestive tract.   The main aspect of digestive health is the balance of the naturally occurring beneficial bacteria in the gut, collectively termed as the gut microflora. Keeping […]

INTRODUCTION Colds, flu and infections are nobody’s friend, they destroy productivity, get in the way of everyday activities and just leave you feeling lousy. Our immune systems fare our body’s defence against these unwanted visitors. Let’s look at how we can go about strengthening our immune systems. WHAT IS THE IMMUNE SYSTEM You can think […]

People are panic buying all over South Africa leaving those that either finish work late or do not want to buy in bulk with limited items to choose from when shopping. This is certainly not ideal as inadequate nutrition can contribute to an unbalanced immune system. So, I’ve put together a few tips on how […]

With the recent outbreak of COVID-19, individuals are doing everything they possibly can to keep their immune system functioning at its best to prevent themselves from getting sick. When it comes to fibre, the common association is usually with digestive health but could fibre intake be linked to immunity health too? Let’s take a closer […]