Most of the immune cells in our body hang out in the lining of our gut. They help to protect against invasion of pathogenic substances that are found in large quantities inside of the intestines. 

The intestinal immune system is an important line of defense against pathogenic infection, but can also be a source of chronic inflammation and disease. 

In this episode we discuss: 

• The various roles of the intestinal immune system 
• The 3 layers of protection against microbial infection
• How dysfunction of the immune system can lead to pathogenesis
• Various factors that can contribute to immune system dysfunction
• How the immune system interacts with other pillars of digestive health 

Tune in to learn more.