COMPENDIUM ON FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE - Flipbook - Page 571
Research and clinical experience suggest several effective
approaches for restoring mucosal immune health:
Antigen Elimination
Removing identified trigger foods and environmental antigens is a
foundational step [51]. Array 14 results guide precise elimination of
specific reactive antigens rather than blanket avoidance of food
categories.
Mucosal Barrier Repair
Supporting the physical and immunological integrity of mucosal
barriers is essential [52]:
Nutritional Support
Key nutrients for mucosal healing include:
L-glutamine
The preferred fuel for enterocytes (intestinal cells) and essential for
barrier regeneration [53]
Zinc
Critical for tight junction formation and epithelial repair [54]
Vitamin A
Necessary for proper mucus production and epithelial
differentiation [55]
Vitamin D
Regulates mucosal immune function and barrier integrity [56]
Specialized Barrier Support
Several compounds have demonstrated efficacy for mucosal
repair:
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