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probiotics-218x2181Many of the bacteria that naturally live in the human gut aid in digestion and protect the intestinal lining.

These 'friendly bacteria' or probiotics, may also stimulate the immune system and may help to keep potentially harmful microorganisms in check, both through competition for a limited supply of nutrients and possibly by producing substances that inhibit the growth of other organisms.

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BerriesYour body has its natural defenses against illness, but sometimes things still get through. To some degree, it’s unavoidable; you’re not invincible. You’re just going to get sick sometimes.

Yet, there’s a difference between accepting the fact that you’re going to occasionally get sick and sitting back and letting it happen. The fact of the matter is that there are things you can do to help your immune system along.

Here are some things people have used in the past to help boost their immune systems:

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"Mindfulness" may ease irritable bowel symptoms

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constipationA therapy that combines mindfulness meditation and gentle yoga may help soothe symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome, a small clinical trial suggests.

In a study of 75 women with the digestive disorder, researchers found that those assigned to "mindfulness training" saw a bigger improvement in their symptoms over three months than women who were assigned to a support group.

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Natural Treatments for Laryngitis

natural_treatments_for_larynigitisLaryngitis happens when your voice box (larynx) becomes swollen or inflamed. Symptoms of laryngitis include a sore throat and a horse, husky voice, or in its most severe form partial or complete voice loss.

There are primarily two types of laryngitis:

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