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Mushrooms are small but mighty nutrient powerhouses. They offer several health benefits, ranging from increasing immunity to decreasing inflammation. Here are 11 healthy mushrooms worth adding to your diet.

There are three main types (proteases, lipases, and amylases) which help break down fats, proteins, and carbohydrates so your body can use them for energy. When your body cannot produce enough digestive enzymes, you run into problems such as lactose intolerance. Luckily, some foods come packed especially high in natural digestive enzymes to help make up the shortfall.

Vitamin D is a nutrient our bodies simply cannot live without. In addition to playing a crucial role in bone health, it is also vital for regulating the immune system, balancing hormones, and reducing the risk of diseases and various cancers. While sun exposure is the best way to get vitamin D, there are several vitamin D-rich foods.

Rather than dealing with illness, wouldn’t it be great to avoid getting sick all together? You can be proactive in the fight against flu by boosting your immune system all year round! We’ve compiled a list of 10 natural ways to strengthen your immune system.

It shouldn’t surprise you that many of the “comfort” foods we’re drawn to in times of stress—fast food, refined sweet, and process carbohydrates—often end up exacerbating our stress levels rather than soothing them. So rather than seeking temporary emotional anesthesia with a chocolate bar that will quickly wears off, try noshing on these ten foods with naturally-calming properties.