Explained: Why do people react differently to covid-19 pandemic

Chennai: With a view to channelise international knowledge, the Gut Microbiota and Probiotic Science Foundation (India) has shared latest insights on the strong relation between Probiotics and immunity during the Covid-19 pandemic.

These insights were shared by Prof. N K Ganguly, president, Gut Microbiota and Probiotic Science Foundation (India) and former Director General, Indian Council of Medical Research and Dr. Neerja Hajela, secretary, Gut Microbiota and Probiotic Science Foundation (India).

As we navigate through the most difficult times of our lives, we must remember that behind every cloud there is a silver lining. While the dreaded Covid -19 disease continues to threaten us, the good news is that it does not affect everyone and some people are actually asymptomatic while others recover very quickly.

So why do people respond differently? An interesting study published recently in Nature Medicine by researchers at the Peter Doherty Institute in Australia showed that the secret lies in your very own natural immunity. A strong immune system can actually fight the virus and divert the course of the disease.

We have heard of various ways of boosting immunity – in fact it is the buzzword today especially with no defined treatment or vaccine available to fight the disease. We all know that the gold standard for a strong immune system remains a healthy well – balanced diet with
immune boosting nutrients, regular physical activity, adequate hydration and good quality sleep for a well- rested mind.