Health Tips

What is Low Immunity and What Can I do About it?
Low immunity means your immune system, your protection against illness, is not working as well as it should. Also known as a weakened immune system, it may be a result of illness or unhealthy lifestyle factors. Some indications of low...
Healthy Hygiene and Protection from Disease
Good health is often associated with a sensible diet, regular exercise and other lifestyle choices, and while these are major contributors, good hygiene is also important. Maintaining good hygiene includes practices that keep your body clean, lower the risk of...
Benefits of Vitamin D
Vitamin D is not a single vitamin, but a group of compounds that are essential for good health. And interestingly, it is not a true vitamin at all, but rather a prohormone that helps the body manufacture this all essential...
6 Healthy Ways to Stay Stress-Free During COVID-19
The reality of the world we live in has changed drastically in the last 90 days. And learning how to adjust to a new way of life can be overwhelming and stressful.  The Coronavirus looms heavy on our minds, and...
Zinc and Why it is Important for Health
Why zinc? Our bodies have a line of defense against bacteria, virus and other pathogens known as the immune system. Having immunity against microorganisms that can harm us depends upon whether our lifestyles support health or work against us. When...
Zinc and Your Health
Trace minerals are essential for good health, and zinc is one of the most abundant of these minerals. It is found throughout all systems of the human body and is required for healthy immunity, cell division and healing and even...
Citrus Bioflavonoids and Hesperidin
Hesperidin is a plant chemical that is part of a group of citrus bioflavonoids. These compounds are mainly derived from citrus fruits, along with other plants, and are believed to support the activity of antioxidants while acting as an antioxidant...
Balanced Health Immune Boost
A strong and balanced immune system is necessary to fight pathogens like bacteria and virus. But the immune system is an extensive network of cells, vessels and organs that have other jobs too, like defending your body against environmental pollutants....
Woman’s Guide for Balance Nutrition, Health and Life
Modern women have many roles to play in today’s world. We are caretakers and homemakers that also balance careers. With so much going on in our fast-paced world, we often put our own health on the back burner. But it...
The Benefits of Vitamin C
Vitamin C, also called ascorbic acid, is an essential nutrient and antioxidant that is important for tissue repair and enzyme function. It is considered essential because our bodies don’t manufacture it, and it is water soluble, so you need to...
America’s Vitamin D Deficiency
Vitamin D is a unique nutrient that our bodies are capable of manufacturing from sunshine. And while this sounds like an easy way to get our share of this important vitamin, it turns nearly 50% of Americans are deficient in...
The Power of Antioxidants
The Power of Antioxidants Many of us are familiar with the term, antioxidants. They protect us from free radical damage and are found in many different fruits, vegetables and even certain types of tea. Through all the information, it might...
Digestive Health is the Core of Wellness
Digestive Health is the Core of Wellness   When your digestion is out of whack, your whole body can suffer. This is because digestion is linked to the immune system, mental wellbeing and even heart health. But can we control...
Super Foods for Super Nutrition
Super Foods for Super Nutrition Life Super Foods Micro Greens In the world of nutrition, there are healthy foods and then there are super healthy foods. Called super foods for short, these include various vegetables, fruits and even grasses that...
Elderberry Extract for Health and Support
The elderberry plant has been used in traditional medicines for centuries. It has long been used to treat infections, heal skin problems and to support immunity. Leaves, flowers and cooked berries have all been used in various remedies, while there...
Vitamin Deficiency in America Today
Vitamin Deficiency in America Today When we think of nutritional deficiencies, third world countries are often the first thing that comes to mind. Unfortunately, vitamin deficiencies are extensive in the United States and affect Americans from all walks of life. ...
Health Benefits of Thyme
Commonly found in the kitchen of many chefs, thyme is an herb and member of the mint family, although it doesn’t share the flavor of mint. It is also a common garden herb or can be found fresh or dried...
Benefits of a Healthy Diet and Exercise on the Immune System
When it comes to staying healthy, your immune system is your body’s powerhouse. Keeping it strong and healthy through diet and exercise can help you avoid getting sick and feeling tired and rundown all the time. It can even help...
Olive Leaf Extract
Olive leaf extract is a tincture made from the leaves of the olive tree. While it is the same tree that provides the health-giving olive oil, olive leaf extract is distinct in that it has its own set of health...
Ginger Root Extract
Ginger has long been a home remedy for digestive issues like nausea, gas, and irritable bowels. It is even used by some pregnant women to ease morning sickness and for relief of nausea due to certain medical treatments. It’s no...
Vitamin C Supports More Than Immunity
Vitamin C is an essential vitamin and a powerful antioxidant. Essential vitamins are those the body cannot make on its own, so to take advantage of the potent benefits, we have to get it through our diet.   While many foods...