The best example for supporting this view is in comparing the relative resistance of axenic (germ-free) mice vs. mice with a normal population of intestinal flora.
A probiotic is the only supplement I take on a regular basis. Not to get too far away from the original topic, but the role of intestinal bacteria in fostering a well functioning immune system (as opposed to causing problems) is a field not well researched yet. I just happened to read this article recently, and the concept that some parts of the immune system
require intestinal bacteria to function normally really blew me away. These folks also used "germ-free" mice.
The Microbial Health Factor Just one molecule can make the difference in mediating a healthy immune response. Surprisingly, it comes from bacteria.