Allergies & Intolerances – when the gut has a say
Why allergies and intolerances in children often start in the gut. Learn how the microbiome, nutrition, and early influences shape the immune system.
When the days get shorter and the hats come out of the closet again, it begins: the annual cold season. Families with daycare children know the routine all too well: one infection follows another, tissues become constant companions, and sometimes the doctor even has to prescribe antibiotics. But what many parents don’t know: gut health plays a major role in how well children get through the winter!
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Children in daycare age go through an extremely important training phase for their immune system. In the playroom, on the playground, or during arts and crafts, they encounter new germs, viruses, and bacteria every day. Each of these encounters is a “mini-workout” for their defenses.
While adults can draw on an immune memory built up over decades, this is still in its infancy in young children. Frequent infections don’t automatically mean a weak immune system, but rather an immune system that’s still learning. An average of 8–12 infections per year is considered completely normal for daycare children.
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The gut is not just a digestive organ, but also a central hub for the immune system, defenses, and regeneration. Around 70% of immune cells are located in the gut and are specialized in recognizing and fighting harmful germs.
In the same place, billions of beneficial gut bacteria work: they are needed for processing food on one hand, and on the other hand they release important substances and train the immune cells. They contribute daily to warding off pathogens, regulating inflammation, and strengthening barriers in the body.
A balanced gut flora can:
If the microbiome is out of balance, for example after antibiotic therapy or due to unhealthy diet and too few fiber, infections are often more severe, come back more frequently, or last longer.
The good news is: as parents, you can do a lot to support your children’s gut during winter. Every day with simple means on the plate.
Antibiotics are sometimes necessary, for example with bacterial ear infections or pneumonia. At the same time, they can disrupt the microbiome because they fight not only “bad” but also “good” bacteria. That’s why targeted support after antibiotic therapy is helpful:
A healthy gut is a real game-changer for children in winter. With the right nutrition, patience, and gentle support, cold season can be much more relaxed and your children can get through the cold months strong and well-protected.
Allergies often develop where you least expect them: in the gut. Learn how the microbiome, nutrition, and early development influence children’s immune responses.
Why allergies and intolerances in children often start in the gut. Learn how the microbiome, nutrition, and early influences shape the immune system.
