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 […]
Immune System
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 […]
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 […]
7 Ways the Cold Weather is Actually Good for You
“Be sure to wear your coat!” your mother used to say. “You’ll catch a cold!” From a young age, we’re taught that cold weather can be dangerous. Get too chilled, and you could pay for […]
How to Prevent and Manage 10 Common Winter Health Problems
Winter isn’t just cold and uncomfortable for many of us. It can also put our health at risk. The dropping temperatures and dry air irritate the respiratory tract, potentially aggravating asthma and other lung conditions, […]
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. […]
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. […]
How Decongestants and Antihistamines Affect the Body
A runny nose, cough and itchy eyes are all too familiar for those who suffer from allergies. Maybe you get frequent colds as well. Millions of people suffer from these symptoms, and many go to […]
Top 10 Immune-Boosting Foods
When you think about it, the health of your immune system determines not only your overall health but your quality of life too. When you have a strong, robust immune system, you can go about […]
7 Natural Ways to Prevent the Flu
During the last week of 2017, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that “influenza activity increased sharply in the United States,” with the most frequently identified virus being the “A(H3).” They’ve now […]