Raising your immunity doesn’t require any magic potions or spending hours in a hyperbaric chamber; it can actually be raised effectively with changes in your lifestyle and diet. Here are seven relatively simple ways to increase your body’s natural “shield” against bugs.
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You’ve likely heard of kefir before (and maybe even tried it), but how much do you really know about what’s going on behind the scenes in this delicious, nutritious, “living” beverage. Here are 10 superfood facts on kefir!
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The fermentation craze has been sweeping North America for the past year and shows no signs of slowing down. We’ve seen it come in many forms including yogurt, kimchi and sauerkraut, but the dairy-based drink known as Kefir is another fermentation wonder picking up steam. The drink tastes similar to yogurt, but with a consistency […]
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It’s important to eat probiotic-rich foods because they can help strengthen our immune system, aid digestive health, and lower blood pressure! Not sure where to find probiotics? Start eating more of these 8 probiotic-rich foods (that aren’t yogurt)…
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Recent findings, uncovered in a study at the University of California, Davis, confirms that children given probiotics to promote “good” bacteria in the intestine and aid digestion, may develop fewer skin issues. The study primarily focused on those at risk of eczema, a common skin condition experienced by one in five infants. During the study, […]
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You’ve likely heard the digestive benefits of probiotics celebrated in health magazines, and of course, by Jamie Lee Curtis in her Activia commercials! However, there’s more to this strain of naturally-occurring live bacteria than battling constipation, bloat, gas, and keeping things regular. You can get your daily dose of probiotics in certain foods—such as the […]
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