A recent synthesis argues that excessive handwashing and sanitizers can alter skin/gut microbiomes, which in turn influence immune signaling and cognition.
A recent synthesis argues that excessive handwashing and sanitizers can alter skin/gut microbiomes, which in turn influence immune signaling and cognition.
Absolutely. I’ve read some studies suggesting that small exposures, like a few minutes of cold water immersion or playing in the dirt can actually train your immune cells to respond more quickly.
Especially important as child. That’s why they like to play in mud and (one reason they) stick everything in the mouth, the gut biome playing a major role here.
that parts fine but man Im washing my hands.
Mostly, I just don’t like cleaning. ;)