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Immunity Boosting Foods

April 5, 2023
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Having gone through the Covid pandemic, boosting immunity is now something that everyone is thinking about.  As we age, our immune system capability becomes reduced.  This is why it is so important to adopt a healthy lifestyle, so that you can boost your immunity as you age.  The first line of defense against compromised immunity should be your diet. Fortunately, there are many healthy foods that can give your immunity a boost.  Here are a few. Fatty Fish Fatty fish is loaded with Omega 3s, which are anti-inflammatory. Examples of fatty fish include salmon, mackerel, sardines, herring, trout, and albacore tuna. Spinach Spinach is a great source of Vitamin A, which is an infection fighter. It is also a great source of folate, which helps to boost the immune...

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Eat Your Greens!!!

April 5, 2023
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“Eat your veggies”.  How many times have you heard that as a child?  It was a valid statement then and it is a valid statement now.  There is so much to gain from ensuring that we are eating a balanced diet full of vegetables.   Rich in Vitamins A, C, K, several B vitamins, and potassium, green leafy vegetables can help to ward off chronic disease. The darker the green, the more nutrients it contains.  These are just some of the benefits that you stand to gain by adding greens into your diet. Heart Health Vegetables are a must when it comes to heart health.  Green leafy vegetables such as kale, spinach, and Swiss Chard contain potassium, which helps the kidneys filter out sodium more efficiently, which can...

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Garlic and Heart Health

March 23, 2023
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When it comes to cardiovascular health, there is nothing more potent than garlic. Research has proven that there are many benefits to eating garlic. Garlic has been used throughout ancient history for its health and medicinal purposes. Most of its benefits are caused by sulfur compounds formed when a garlic clove is chopped, crushed, or chewed.  This amazing plant should be a staple in your pantry!!!  Not only will you add flavor to your foods, but you will reap the many health benefits that this plant has to offer. Studies have shown that garlic and garlic supplements have positive effects on the heart by regulating cholesterol, lowering blood pressure, and preventing cell damage.  It is also a great immunity booster. If you get colds often, garlic...

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Turmeric and Heart Health

March 23, 2023
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Turmeric is an amazing spice that has been around for centuries. Archaeologists have discovered traces of turmeric in pots that date as far back to 2500 BC. However, it wasn’t until 500 B.C. that it began to emerge as an important medicine in Ayurvedic healing. Turmeric has proven to be useful in everything from purifying the blood, improving respiratory issues, to balancing blood sugar levels, but it is the inflammation fighting compounds that has gotten researchers attention. Research has shown that curcumin may help thin the blood, reduce cholesterol, and prevent the narrowing of arteries. Turmeric comes from the root of the curcuma longa plant, which is a perennial in the ginger family. Curcumin is its major active ingredient and gives turmeric its yellowish color. It...

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