Your immune system is one of the most important parts of your body. It’s in charge of helping you fight off various illnesses and harmful bacteria. In 2020, it’s crucial that we all maintain excellent immunity as we try to collectively recover from COVID-19.
However, many folks want to boost their immunity without taking extra drugs [...]
A healthy immune system starts with your gut, so make sure to take care of it! Hippocrates once said, “all disease starts in the gut” and this still rings true today. The microbiome of your digestive system is made up of trillions of microorganisms and their genetic material that live in your intestines. These microorganisms are [...]
According to a new survey from Consumer Reports1, Americans aren't getting a good night’s rest. Based off the results, about 27% of adults are experiencing trouble either falling asleep or staying asleep. Meanwhile, 68% of Americans experience sleep trouble at least once a week – that is roughly 164 million Americans!
Of course, the constant hustle [...]
As we age, getting adequate nutrition can be a challenge. Our bodies change the way it absorbs nutrients which makes us more susceptible to vitamin deficiencies.
Eating a healthy diet and exercising is extremely important as we get older, but sometimes we need an extra boost that comes from supplements. Below are the most common nutrient [...]
As women, we love our hair. Whether our hair is long or short, straight or curly, naturally thick or thin, it’s our crowning glory and we want to keep it healthy. While we normally associate hair loss with men, it’s an issue that affects women as well, and for a variety of reasons such as [...]
Some of us are fortunate enough to leave acne behind in our teen years. For others, we still have to suffer the occasional breakout. This can be the absolute the worst, especially when we have something important lined up, like a business meeting, a job interview, or a first date.
If you suffer from acne as [...]
Despite everything you may have read on the internet, nothing has been proven to cure or prevent COVID-19. The best way to protect yourself from the Coronavirus is to practice social distancing1 and not come into contact with someone that has been infected. You should also make sure that you get enough sleep, exercise daily, [...]
Spring is right around the corner, and quickly followed behind that will be summer. And if you’re like me and you live in a cold climate, then the thought of warmer weather has you as excited as Olaf the Snowman.
However, rising temperatures actually mean that our bodies will start to lose important nutrients. More humidity [...]
As children, we were always told to finish our milk because that’s what would help us build strong bones. And the reason is that it contains both calcium and Vitamin D1 – two essential ingredients linked to healthy bones. However, the unfortunate part is Vitamin D isn’t naturally occurring in many foods.
One of the most [...]
From the time we are young, we hear advice from our parents about staying healthy and warm in the cold weather. Some of the advice is worth listening to but others are nothing more than a myth.
It is easy to see how some myths may get started. A good example is about people catching more [...]
Our body relies on vitamins and minerals to keep our health at optimal levels. This is true, regardless of our age but when we get older, our risk for deficiencies increases for a number of reasons. Perhaps the primary reason is an inability of the body to absorb the nutrients from the food we eat. [...]
We exercise for a variety of reasons regardless of our age, but did you know that exercising regularly can both prevent and treat osteoporosis1? It can also do more than improve your bone health including coordination, balance, and muscle strength2.
Why Is Exercise Important?
We often think about our muscles when we exercise but bone is also [...]
