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5 Reasons You Need L-Lysine
Post on by Paula Gallagher
A healthy, balanced immune system is one that is able to quickly and effectively fight off infection and at the same time not overreact to irritations such...... -
What Are Autoimmune Disorders?
Post on by Paula Gallagher
I was diagnosed with Hashimoto's thyroiditis over 15 years ago. This type of hypothyroidism is an autoimmune disorder in which the immune system attacks the thyroid tissue, resulting in decreased production of thyroid hormone. It is estimated that...... -
Signs You Have a Strong Immune System and How to Keep It That Way
Post on by Village Green Nutrition Team
A balanced immune system is what keeps people healthy, working against anything harmful in the body, from splinters to cancer cells. Infections and diseases are more likely to begin when there isn’t...... -
Tips to Avoid and Heal Cold Sores Naturally
Post on by Paula Gallagher
Anyone who has ever had a cold sore knows they can be as embarrassing as they are uncomfortable. A contagious infection caused by the herpes simplex virus-1 (HSV-1), cold sores are fluid-filled lesions...... -
Protect & Boost Your Immune System With These 5 Lifestyle Practices & 10 Nutrients
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Knowing how to keep your body healthy and protected against unwanted viruses is now more important than ever. The COVID-19 pandemic has made building a healthy immune system a priority...... -
Dinner Tonight: 10 Excellent Reasons to Eat More Soup
Post on by Paula Gallagher
The weather has cooled down to the point that it is officially soup season in my house. And along with the cooler weather comes the beautiful fall harvest. Apples, kale, spinach, cauliflower and a variety of squashes...... -
4 Healthy Reasons You Need Vitamin D
Post on by Paula Gallagher
We get most of our vitamin D naturally, from the sun. When skin is exposed to the sun's UV rays, a specific type of cholesterol in your skin starts the process of making vitamin D, and the...... -
7 Herbs & Supplements to Boost Your Immune System Now
Post on by Village Green Nutrition Team
The immune system is designed to protect the body from internal and external attacks by responding to antigens. A strong immune system bolsters your body against sicknesses...... -
Lunch Today: Immune Boosting Green Smoothie
Post on by Paula Gallagher
This nutrient-packed smoothie will not only give you a boost of energy that will last the afternoon, but it is also packed with immune boosting foods. Just one serving contains dietary fiber, tons of vitamins A, C, K and...... -
COVID-19: Facts & Tips for Prevention of the Coronavirus
Post on by Paula Gallagher
Also known as the coronavirus, COVID-19 is a viral infection that is believed to have started in Wuhan, China. With many feeling overwhelmed by the media and the headlines, we have put together......
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