Besides the heart and brain, traditionally considered key to longevity, there is another important organ that is often forgotten.
This was reported by URA-Inform with reference to Newsyou.info.
Doctors said that that organ is the intestine, which is responsible for immunity and helps the body cope with inflammation that leads to life-threatening diseases.
Research has shown that life expectancy directly depends on the state of the intestinal microflora, which affects the entire body. Microflora disorders lead to diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, thrombosis and other serious conditions that can begin with metabolic syndrome.
Experts noted that more than 70% of bacteria that support immunity and protect the body from viruses are found in the intestines . The reduction of beneficial microorganisms weakens the immune system and greatly increases the risk of serious diseases.
Recall that it was previously reported which 7 organs a person can live without: scientists explained how this is possible.
