Now that we’re in winter, our immune system is far more vulnerable to colds and, now, to the “tripledemic”: the flu, Covid-19 and its variants, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). Our immune system needs to be resilient to not only resist these respiratory conditions but also to bounce back when they do hit us. The […]
How the colors of produce create health benefits
Walk into the produce section in any reputable supermarket and you’re likely to notice a rainbow of colors. It’s not just about aesthetics, though; the colors of each fruit and vegetable you eat carry a far deeper meaning and significance than you might think. Each color represents various plant compounds that can benefit your health. […]
Reduce inflammation with these key foods
Chronic, low-level, inflammation is an underlying factor in weight gain, obesity, diabetes, accelerated aging, cardiovascular disease, most cancers, Alzheimer’s, and Parkinson’s. Inflammation’s negative effects become more prominent as we grow older, but it can very easily be tamped down if we make wise dietary choices that supply our bodies with the nutrients and balance they […]
How to control your racing thoughts
Do you ever experience racing thoughts: the feeling that your brain is sprinting like Usain Bolt through all sorts of scenarios? Been there, done that…way too often! Racing thoughts are an onslaught of fast-moving, repetitive thoughts that may be confined to one topic or a number of unrelated scenarios. Racing thoughts feel like they take […]
