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10 Reasons You Should Take a 20 Minute Walk Today
Do you have time for a 20 minute walk? Many of us lead busy lives, and finding even a short window for exercise can feel impossible. But a simple daily walk can fit into your […]
Immune System
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Research on the Vitamin D Deficiency COVID-19 Connection
We already know that vitamin D is critical for healthy bones and teeth. But could vitamin D also play a part in COVID-19 deaths… or even infection prevention? Recent studies suggest this little sunshine nutrient […]
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10 Ways to Reduce Symptoms of Raynaud’s Disease
Winter often brings discomfort to your fingers and toes, making foot and hand warmers and thermal gloves essential holiday gifts. But if your hands and feet are unusually cold or numb, it could be due […]
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8 Ways to Strengthen Your Immune System
The immune system is a fascinating and complex network that defends the body. Mosby’s Dictionary of Complementary and Alternative Medicine describes the immune system as “The group of organs, cells and chemicals that protect the […]
Food
Our Top 17 Antioxidant Powders
We’ve been told for years now that we need more antioxidants to be healthy. That’s one of the main reasons why scientists recommend we get more fruits and vegetables in our diet. One way to […]
General
How to Avoid These 5 Germ Hot Spots
Last year’s flu season (2017-2018) was one of the most severe in the last decade, with high rates occurring all across the country. The flu killed about 80,000 people and hospitalized more than any seasonal […]
General
Natural Ways to Treat Norovirus (Stomach Flu)
What Is Norovirus? Norovirus is a highly contagious virus that causes vomiting, diarrhea, stomach cramping and sometimes a fever. Norovirus is not related to the influenza virus, although it is often called “stomach flu.” It […]
Disease Management
9 Side Effects of Antibiotics
There’s no disputing that antibiotics are lifesaving medications that have both increased the life expectancy of the world’s population and given many a better quality of life. On the whole, antibiotics have done much more […]
Brain Health
The Truth About Probiotics and Prebiotics
Probiotics and Prebiotics What’s the difference between prebiotics and probiotics? While you may already be somewhat familiar with probiotics, the concept of prebiotics could be entirely new. There are vast differences between probiotics and prebiotics. […]
Disease Management
14 Tips for Detoxifying Safely
If you’ve ever been stuck behind a pickup truck emitting stinky exhaust fumes, had to drink from a public water faucet or walked through a room full of chain smokers, you might have considered detoxifying. […]