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Smart Immunity: How Diet and Lifestyle Can Help You Stay Healthy in the Time of COVID-19
There are two questions that have fascinated immunologists in any pandemic. Why do some people get sick while others stay healthy? And among those who become infected, why do some people fare so much better than others of the same age and gender? Over and over again, it turns out that a person’s diet and… Read more
6 Healthy Habits for Women at Every Age
There are many preventative measures a woman can take to protect herself from chronic disease and boost her overall health. Fueling up on nutrient-rich, whole foods like avocados can support female reproductive health and help fight off free radicals, while certain supplements can help ensure that we’re getting essential vitamins and minerals that may be lacking in our diets.… Read more
3 Ways to Freshen Up Your Diet and Exercise Routine This Spring
Two Sundays ago marked the start of Daylight Savings Time, the unofficial start of spring here in the US. It’s the time of year when the days are finally getting longer, the temperatures are warming up, and many of us start organizing and cleaning our homes. But spring cleaning is not just for your home anymore—it’s… Read more
Color Your Plate Healthy
How are you doing with your New Year’s resolution? Every year millions of Americans make resolutions on January 1st. Many of them have something to do with improving health and wellness. But by February 1st a majority of those resolutions have gone right out the window. Since 1980 the American Dietetic Associate has been providing… Read more
Heart Health: How Young is Too Young for Hypertension?
Here’s a powerful exercise to try: wherever you are, wherever you go, simply look at the people around you. According to recent findings from the American Heart Association, one third of everyone you see has high blood pressure. Hypertension is not just for grandfathers any longer. A whopping one in three Americans now have it. According to… Read more
Diabetes Set to Rise to Alarming Rate…What Can You Do?
The rising rate of diabetes is a far cry from new news. As the Western diet of fast food continues to spread worldwide at a rapid pace, increased diabetes and obesity rates have been quick to follow. However, research has shed new light on the increasing urgency of the issue: “The number of people living… Read more
Natural Ways to Boost Your Immunity for Fall
Cold and flu season is approaching, and the sooner you begin your immune-boosting regimen, the better your chances of staying vibrant and healthy all year long. We all know the commonsense measures: Get enough sleep, practice good hygiene and healthy stress reduction, eat lots of fruits and vegetables, and take immune-boosting supplements. Some Ways to… Read more
5 Delicious Ways to Add Chia Seeds to Your Diet
You’ve likely heard about the amazing health benefits of chia seeds. You may have even wondered if they are as good as they sound. Well, they aren’t – they’re even better! First used by Aztecs in Central America more than 4,000 years ago, this versatile super seed is an excellent source of fiber, which helps improve digestion,… Read more
Why You Should Add These 10 Superfoods to Your Diet
Superfoods are one of the trendiest topics in the health and nutrition world. It’s almost impossible to read any book or article about nutrition without the mention of them! But what exactly is a superfood and why are they so good for you? The term “superfood” is a classification for foods that have the highest… Read more