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Recommended by Dr. Oz to Fight Colds and Flu: Echinacea, Zinc, Vitamin D
Post on by Paula Gallagher
There are a lot of supplements that claim to boost your immune system and help fight colds and flu. Some work, some don’t... but these three supplements have a lot of research to back them up. Recommended by Dr. Oz to fight colds and flu (and we agree!), and to...... -
A Call for Vitamin D
Post on by Debi Silber, The Mojo Coach
Why is vitamin D so important? What does vitamin D do in our bodies? Vitamin D is necessary for good bone health. One of the main functions of vitamin D is to increase blood levels of calcium and phosphorus by increasing their absorption in the intestines. To do this, vitamin...... -
Vitamin D Reminder
Post on by Paula Gallagher
With clocks falling back an hour and days getting shorter, sunlight can be hard to come by for many people. Vitamin D deficiency becomes a reality, particularly for those living in northern climates. Adequate levels of vitamin D are vitally important in order to prevent rickets, as well as maintain...... -
Five Tips for Back-to-School Health
Post on by Paula Gallagher
For many, the start of school means the beginning of constant runny noses, coughing and sneezing - basically cold and flu season. With these simple tips, cold season may not be as bad this year. 1. Get your kids to eat breakfast in the morning. Fuel them. Eating breakfast is...... -
Stay Healthy as Seasons Change
Post on by Debi Silber, The Mojo Coach
What's the secret to staying healthy throughout the year? The secret lies in our ability to be flexible and willing to change...just like the seasons. Different seasons mean different weather, wardrobes, different seasonal fruits available and even different sports to play. It also means that as the days grow shorter...... -
Pregnancy and Vitamin D Status
Post on by Paula Gallagher
Read the following article that I picked up at my doctor's office the other day. It is a nice overall piece about vitamin D deficiency and its role in almost every aspect of this important nutrient. More Know About Vitamin D Benefits By Don Sapatkin Amy McDonald, 34...... -
Vitamin D and the Sunnier Months - Should I Continue to Supplement?
Post on by Ellen Kittredge
Spring is here! The shift into longer days and more sun has begun, and you may have begun going through your closets, pulling out those short-sleeve shirts, shorts, and other lighter spring/summer gear. You may have also been inspired recently (especially this past week!) to get outside and enjoy the...... -
March – Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
Post on by Margo Gladding
Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer affecting men and women in the United States. The risk increases with age (>50 years), but when caught early is often curable. Risk factors include: polyps found in the colon or rectum, high fat diet, family history of colorectal cancer, and inflammatory...... -
Vitamin D and Your Health: Why you want to pay attention to this vital nutrient
Post on by Ellen Kittredge
The headline article in my recent edition of Ellen’s Healthy Bites, an email newsletter I send out once per month that is full of the most relevant health/nutrition topic of the day, was “Vitamin D: A Public Service Announcement”. I felt so strongly that it was imperative to educate my...... -
Natural Remedies for Cold Sores
Post on by Paula Gallagher
Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1 (HSV-1) is the normally inactive virus that causes those unsightly outbreaks around your nose, mouth, lips or chin. During times when our are immune system is down because we are under stress, or from overexposure to sun, or when we fail to eat a healthy......
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