Are You Turning into a Germophobe?

Are you a germophobe? You might find it helpful to know that not all microbes are bad! Check this out. 
 
Timestamps
0:00 Are you becoming a germophobe?
0:20 Microbes and pathogens 
0:56 Benefits of friendly microbes 
1:43 Interesting studies 
1:58 Skin flora 
2:30 Over-sterilization and T cells
2:40 Friendly microbes and your food 

Are you becoming a germophobe? I’m not against protecting yourself against the coronavirus or any virus for that matter. Yes, masks and washing your hands are incredibly important. But, here’s the thing, not all microbes are harmful. 

Friendly microbes are not pathogenic. Pathogens are microbes that can cause disease. A huge part of your immune system is friendly microbes. These microbes live all over your body on the inside and out. When you over-sterilize your body, this can lower your immune system and make you more susceptible to infections. 

A few benefits of your friendly microbes:

• Certain microbes make acid that makes a pathogen not want to live in that environment. 
• Friendly microbes make vitamins to support your immune system. 
• Friendly microbes have anti-tumor properties. 

In some studies done on mice, they found that mice without any microbial life were more prone to autoimmune diseases, allergies, asthma, and other health issues.

Your skin flora is very necessary to protect you—it’s an immune defense. When you alter this microbiome, you basically throw the body out of balance, and you could develop inflammatory conditions. 

Over-sterilization can also lead to a decrease in T cells, which are important in preventing inflammatory reactions throughout the body. 

Even sterilized food (pasteurized food) goes through a process that kills off everything, including enzymes. These sterilized foods can potentially weaken the immune system.

Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:
Dr. Berg, 56 years of age is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the author of The New Body Type Guide and other books published by KB Publishing. He has taught students nutrition as an adjunct professor at Howard University. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.

Disclaimer:
Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients so he can focus on educating people as a full time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

Thanks for watching! There’s no need to be a germophobe. Some microbes provide a lot of benefits, especially for the immune system.

[fopeezy]

I've been a germaphobe for decades, but I don't use hand sanitizer. I also don't sit on my bed with clothes I wear out in public, wear shoes in my apartment, and I wash my hands like a normal person anytime I come from outside. Funny seeing everyone freak out now going way overboard.

[DV-zvox]

You are a voice of reason during a time of so much misinformation. Thank you, Dr Berg!

[georgina]

The virus might turn out to be less deadly than the secondary diseases like OCD, PTSD, Anxiety, depression, etc. Don''t give into it.

[jackleentoop]

Funny thing today at 4pm I had a headache, I went outside and started pulling bugs off my vegetables in the vegetable patch, after an hour messing around out there my headache was gone and hasn't come back. Every time I don't feel well I go outside now for an hour or so and then feel so much better.

[nnrdm]

Stupidly I bowed to peer pressure and started wearing latex gloves for protection -
Big mistake, I clearly was allergic to that particular type, but after wearing them I had raw and cracked knuckles, too a few weeks to heal-

Back to nature's ways and I'm pleased to say the first line of defence (skin on hands) all back to normal.

As for the germs, I grew up playing in dirt as a kid and touch wood I'm healthy still.

[adnertga]

This is a very important aspect you’re bringing up.

[TheConservativeHippie]

I've always been a germophobe and that's why I prevent flu and colds and never use chemical-filled hand sanitizers. I avoid public bathrooms and if I have to, I don't even touch the bathroom stall locks without the paper towel. I know people who don't practice hygiene and ridicule me are always getting sick.

[hollifieldk]

All about "and wash your here I am in my own home washing my hands every five minutes. It just was not making any sense as to why I would be peeling off my own layer of skin by handwashing in my own domain? I stopped doing it. It seems to me that with all sterility of our environment, we are making ourselves more susceptible to illness. I really needed your message Dr. Berg, thank you.

[ahmedhanoosh]

I am one of your followers in english and the Arabic channel as well ... thank you so much for these information and i hope you will be safe you and your family and all who read my words .. thanks to all

[DS]

I was just thinking about that while grocery shopping the other day and also thinking about how nice it is that the other shoppers there and I were required to stay 4 feet away from each other. So nice. I was also was thinking about the issue you discussed here, about how much germs we are exposed to as children and throughout our lives which help our immunity. Still, I do make it a habit to wash my hands often because I work in healthcare and it's been drilled into me all these years

[joesilkwood]

Loving this Immune system series. Fascinating & so needed right now. I'm that guy with the mask over my mouth to protect others & MY NOSE OUT TO GET THE VIRUS (make me stronger OR see ya later)

[yolandareyes]

I totally agree with you Dr. Berg. Over sterilization is not good. Also, I agree with you about the our body fights off viruses. Some people I know doesn't agree with me on this. I am going to share this video on Facebook in hopes people will educate themselves on this video. Good video!

[MakalaDoulos]

Yes! I got really sick about 25 years ago from being TOO CLEAN. It was an eye opening experience

[earthmedicine]

Absolutely! Dr. Berg thank you for this video!

[Shubsru]

Good personal hygiene prevails. Fear and anxiety over every little thing is not good. Worse yet are those who think being over reactive is acceptable.

[louf]

Remember the guy in Creep Show that was in the white clean room with the box of tissues? Great video (Dr. Berg's).

[darbydupree]

Thank you Dr. Berg. Another good video full of common sense. Love and appreciate you.

[rachelka]

Hi D.r We in the Arab world follow your translated videos..you have a huge amount of fans..thank you very much😘

We love u ..😘😘😘 I'm from Syria..🌷

[visitor]

I’m refusing to clean anything at this time. Especially my hands.

[sitdown]

Beautifully explained and timely. Just love you, Dr. Berg. (platonically)👍👍👍👍