Chronic Infections in Warm Weather: How Functional Medicine Supports Your Immune System
Warm weather and seasonal changes can trigger flare-ups of persistent infections by stressing the body through heat, dehydration, allergens, and disrupted routines. Unlike acute illnesses, chronic infections simmer quietly and weaken immune function over time. Functional medicine tackles root causes—assessing gut health, nutrient status, toxin burdens, and stealth pathogens—to create individualized plans. Summer strategies like anti-inflammatory nutrition, proper hydration, gentle movement, and targeted supplements help bolster resilience and prevent relapses.