When it comes to healing from HPV, it is important to address several key factors that can impact your body's ability to fight off the virus. I call the key factors “the three pillars” and it includes improving gut health, immune health, and stress response.
The three pillars are interlinked and all have a role to play in reducing inflammation and improving overall immune function to fight off the HPV.
This blog article aims to help you understand how each of the three pillars play a role for HPV healing. The three pillars is also what you will focus on when you join the upcoming HPV online course
“The three pillars” include improving gut health, immune health, and stress response.
Gut Health and HPV Healing
Maintaining good gut health is important for overall health and wellbeing, but it is particularly important for healing from HPV. The gut is home to trillions of bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms that play a critical role in supporting the immune system and protecting the body from viruses and harmful bacteria. A healthy gut microbiome is characterized by a diverse array of beneficial bacteria, which help to produce key nutrients and metabolites that support immune function.
The gut microbiome is also linked to the other microbiomes in our body, notably the vaginal microbiome which also plays an important role in HPV. The vaginal microbiome is the first protection against the outside environment and the right bacterial strains in the vagina help keep pathogens at bay.
Women with cervical dysplasia and HPV have a less diverse microbiome than healthy individuals
Research has shown that the gut microbiome can also play a role in the development and progression of HPV-related diseases. For example, some studies have found that women with cervical dysplasia and HPV have a less diverse microbiome than healthy individuals, and that certain species of bacteria may be associated with an increased risk of developing cervical dysplasia. Other research has suggested that probiotics in foods or supplements, may be beneficial for preventing HPV infections and reducing the risk of cervical dysplasia.
To support gut health, it is important to eat a healthy diet that is rich in fiber, fruits and vegetables, and fermented foods rich in probiotics, like yogurt, kimchi, and raw sauerkraut. These foods contain prebiotic fiber and probiotics, which help to feed the beneficial bacteria in the gut. It is also important to avoid processed and high-sugar foods, which can disrupt the gut microbiome and increase inflammation in the body.
Immune Health and HPV Healing
The immune system obviously plays a crucial role in the body's ability to fight off HPV infections and prevent the development of HPV-related diseases. When the immune system is functioning properly, it can identify and eliminate HPV-infected cells before they multiply and become pre-cancerous. However, when the immune system is compromised, it may be less effective at detecting and destroying HPV-infected cells, which can increase the risk of developing severe cervical dysplasia.
There are several factors that can impact immune function, including diet, exercise, sleep, and stress. A healthy anti-inflammatory diet that is rich in fruits and vegetables, lean protein, and healthy fats can help to support immune function by providing the nutrients and antioxidants that the body needs to produce immune cells and fight off infections. Moderate exercise, sun exposure, and spending time in nature can also help to boost immune function by improving circulation and promoting lymphatic drainage, which helps to remove toxins from the body.
Chronic lack of sleep can suppress immune function and increase the risk of HPV worsening
Sleep is another important factor in immune health, as it is during sleep that the body repairs and produces and releases immune cells that help to fight off infections. Chronic sleep deprivation can suppress immune function and increase the risk of infections, including HPV infections. Women need at least 8 hours of sleep per night AND the best to sleep around 22:00 as many of the repairs the body does take place BEFORE midnight!
Reducing Stress and HPV Healing
Stress is a natural response to challenging or threatening situations, and it is a normal part of life. However, when stress becomes chronic or overwhelming, it can have a negative impact on physical and mental health. Chronic stress increases inflammation in the body, disrupts the gut microbiome, and suppresses the immune system, all of which can impact the body's ability to fight off HPV infections.
Chronic stress increases inflammation in the body, disrupts the gut microbiome, and suppresses the immune system
There are several strategies that can help you reduce stress and support overall health and
wellbeing, including mindfulness practices like meditation, yoga, and deep breathing exercises. Regular exercise can also help to reduce stress by releasing endorphins and improving mood. Other strategies that can help to reduce stress include spending time in nature, journalling, visualizations, positive thinking, and overall not giving in to social pressure of always being on, connected and present at all times!
The three pillars are interlinked!
The immune system, gut, and nervous system are closely interconnected and work together to maintain overall health and wellbeing. This relationship is often referred to as the gut-brain axis, and it involves complex communication pathways between the brain, the gut, and the immune system. This connection is why the upcoming online HPV course has such a strong focus on improving these three areas in your life!
The gut microbiome, which is the collection of microorganisms that live in the gut, plays a critical role in regulating immune function and communicating with the brain. The gut microbiome helps to make immune cells as well as molecules which help regulate immune responses and keep the immune system in balance.
The gut microbiome also communicates with the nervous system through the vagus nerve, which is the primary pathway for communication between the gut and the brain. The vagus nerve is a major component of the parasympathetic nervous system, which is responsible for regulating the body's "rest and digest" response. This means that the vagus nerve helps to promote relaxation and reduce stress, which can have a positive impact on gut and immune function.
On the other hand, chronic stress and inflammation can have a negative impact on the gut microbiome and immune function. Stress can disrupt the gut microbiome, increase inflammation in the body, and impair immune function. This can lead to an increased risk of HPV, and other infections, chronic diseases, and autoimmune disorders.
So, the immune system, gut, and nervous system are closely interconnected, and maintaining a healthy gut microbiome, reducing stress, and thus, promoting relaxation has a positive impact on immune function and overall health. By focusing on a healthy diet, regular exercise, stress reduction techniques, and adequate sleep, it is possible to support the gut-brain axis and promote optimal immune function to fight the HPV 💪.
If you haven't already, then I urge you to sign up on the waitlist for the upcoming online HPV course. The course purchase will open in just a few weeks and you will want to be amongst the first to have access as I will only take aboard 20 Women to this course! And if you're on the waitlist, you will have priority access when the doors open, AND you will receive an extra gift from me if you decide to purchase the course!
As always, contact me if you have any questions about this blog article or your HPV, and if you wish to discuss your case and your HPV needs, book a free discovery call!
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