There are many internal factors that contribute to the health of our immune system. All immune cells are derived from stem cells in the bone marrow and develop into T cells, B cells, or Phagocytes. B cells attack foreign invaders by acting as antigens found circulating in bodily fluids but are not able to penetrate within the cells. T cells can directly attack infected cells. Phagocytes are large white cells that consume foreign invaders.

These cells effectively surround and absorb pathogens and break them down. All of the immune system cells communicate with each other through chemical messaging known as cytokines. The primary components that make up the immune system are: the thymus, bone marrow, spleen, bowels, mucus membranes, tonsils, lymph nodes.

A large part of the immune system is manufactured in the gut. In fact, approximately 80% of the immune system lives in the gut. The gut bacteria helps the immune systems T cells develop which is an extremely important process that determines how well our immune system responds.

To ensure optimal gut health, we must eat a healthy diet, work on healing any digestion issues, and eliminate any bacteria overgrowth, toxins, fungus, or parasites.