Evidence on the importance of gut microbiota for the immune system

Juwalita Surapsari; Molly Dumakuri Oktarina; Tonny Sundjaya; Erika Wasito

doi:10.25220/WNJ.V06.S2.0002

Juwalita Surapsari Indonesian Society of Clinical Nutrition Physician, Banten, Indonesia
Molly Dumakuri Oktarina Metropolitan Medical Center (MMC) Hospital, Jakarta, Indonesia
Tonny Sundjaya Danone Specialized Nutrition, Indonesia
Erika Wasito Danone Specialized Nutrition, Indonesia

DOI: https://doi.org/10.25220/WNJ.V06.S2.0002

Keywords: gut microbiota, innate immunity, adaptive immunity, immune system, disease

Abstract

Vital to the health of the host is maintaining a delicate balance in the immune system by eliminating harmful pathogens while preserving self-tolerance to prevent autoimmunity. By regulating immune homeostasis, the gut microbiota in the gastrointestinal tract provides vital health benefits to its host. It has been demonstrated conclusively that dysbiosis of these gut microbial communities can cause immune dysregulation and autoimmunity. We attempt to examine the relationship between the gut microbiota and the regulation of the innate and adaptive immune homeostasis, which can influence the development of certain disease. This literature review of recently published research and newly discovered scientific information is intended to increase awareness of the importance of maintaining a microbiota balance in the gut for immune health of the host.

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Author Biographies

Molly Dumakuri Oktarina, Metropolitan Medical Center (MMC) Hospital, Jakarta, Indonesia

Department of Padiatric

Tonny Sundjaya, Danone Specialized Nutrition, Indonesia

Medical & Scientific Affairs Division

Erika Wasito, Danone Specialized Nutrition, Indonesia

Medical & Scientific Affairs Division

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