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Immunologist Reveals Key Question for Those Who Feel 'Always Sick'
AOL.com • • health
Key Points:
- The cold, flu, RSV, and COVID-19 seasons typically peak in the fall, leading many people to feel like they are "always sick," though this perception varies individually based on lifestyle and health demands.
- Dr. Dushyant Viswanathan, an integrative internist specializing in enteroimmunology, emphasizes that frequent illness could indicate an immune system under constant challenge, warranting medical evaluation.
- A key factor Dr. Viswanathan investigates is gut health, as the gut microbiome plays a crucial role in training and regulating the immune system’s response to threats.
- Maintaining gut health through quality sleep, a fiber-rich diet, probiotics like Greek yogurt, and avoiding excessive processed foods or unnecessary antibiotics can help reduce susceptibility to frequent infections.
- Other contributors to feeling constantly ill may include stress, dietary habits, and rare hereditary factors, highlighting the importance of personalized healthcare guidance.
