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Your Body’s Amazing Immune System | Is It Better To Take A Natural Approach When You Get Sick?Our immune system is our body’s defense against sickness and infection. In this month’s podcast episode, Emiel and Erika discuss inflammation, oxidation, immune supporting supplements, fermented foods, and gut health, and explore ways to stay healthy all year round.Tune into the new podcast episode to learn more about:How inflammation and oxidation are tools that the immune system uses to attack pathogens and help us recover from illnessWhy fermented foods and carbohydrates are essential for a healthy immune systemVitamins, minerals, and supplements that support a healthy immune systemThe connection between the gut and the immune systemWhy symptom management during illness can work against us, and what to do insteadThis episode is focused on why inflammation and oxidation are essential for helping us fight off pathogens, and therefore, why taking a natural approach when getting sick may help us recover faster. Sometimes, it can be advantageous to lean into the inflammation and oxidation caused by our immune system, though this can be uncomfortable. Dampening inflammation and oxidation can prolong illness, and work against our immune system’s natural response to pathogens.