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Posted 3/8/2009 2:31 AM (GMT 0)
Ok, I know 6MP is an immunesuppressant.  I have read a lot on here and the internet - understand some of it but realize what it does - and that I am more lifely to get an infection, etc.  THEN, why do I drink a yogurt drink - Dannon - that is supposed to BOOST my immunity?  Sounds like one goes against the other.  Also, what about probiotics, etc.??

ElaineNY

Posted 3/8/2009 2:46 AM (GMT 0)
I think they "claim" to boost your immune system. I wouldn't believe it until I saw scientific support with it but that's the biologist in me. There are SO many pieces to your immune system that I doubt the yogurt would give you a substantial boost.
Probiotics are just good strains of bacteria that should be found in your gut anyway. Bacteria is what helps break down your food into waste and package it and adding probiotics helps the body digest easier. That's also why when you fart it sometimes smells bad lol
This is a good website for learning the basics of the immune system. It doesn't really use any big medical words or anything.
http://medicalcenter.osu.edu/patientcare/healthcare_services/infectious_diseases/immunesystem/Pages/index.aspx
Posted 3/8/2009 2:59 AM (GMT 0)

Sam - thanks so much.  I bookmarked it and will read tomorrow.  I have a son who is a biologist but he can't explain anything in my terms!

ElaineNY

Posted 3/8/2009 3:01 AM (GMT 0)
Hope it helps! :)

remember to change your clocks too!
Posted 3/8/2009 4:43 AM (GMT 0)
yea. probiotics just help your intestine bacteria growth(good ones) and also can help you recover from food poisoning as well. but with 6mp you are more likely to catch viruses and because your white blood cell count is reduced the ability for your system to fight off outside bacteria/virus is lowered.
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