A strong immune system keeps germs out of your body and kills or restricts their damage if they do get in. Get plenty of sleep, stay active, eat fruits and veggies, maintain a healthy weight, decrease stress, and practise other healthy behaviours to keep your immune system healthy.
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE): Symptoms & Treatment What is Lupus? Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune disease that affects the body's connective tissues. SLE occurs when the body produces abnormal antibodies that attack normal body tissue as if it...
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Understanding Food Allergies and Intolerances Many people come to me with questions about food allergies and intolerances. A common misconception is that all adverse reactions to food are allergies, when in fact, many are intolerances. So, how can you tell...
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Antioxidants Antioxidants are essential compounds that play a vital role in maintaining health by neutralizing harmful free radicals in the body. Understanding what an antioxidant is and how it functions can help us appreciate its significance in our daily lives....
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The higher the ORAC value, the more powerful an antioxidant or food's antioxidant capacity. Some of our most colourful fruits and vegetables have the highest ORAC ratings. ORAC - Once The New Standard For Antioxidant Evaluation ORAC is short for...
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Managing Stress: The Hidden Culprit Behind Many Health Issues Managing Stress can be difficult and when we think about stress and Immune system health, we often associate it with demanding jobs, financial pressures, or major life changes. However, some of...
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Treating Hayfever Naturally: 10 Effective Remedies Hayfever, or allergic rhinitis, is a common condition caused by an overactive immune response to airborne allergens such as pollen, dust mites, and mold. Symptoms include sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes, and congestion, which...
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