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Top Ten Immune-Boosting Foods for Fall
Boost Your Immunity This Fall with Food, Not Pills!
As the cooler weather rolls in, your immune system deserves extra support. While sugar and processed foods can leave your defenses sluggish, seasonal superfoods like citrus, garlic, mushrooms, and sweet potatoes help your body stay strong against colds and flus. In this blog, we’ll share the top ten immune-boosting foods for fall—simple, delicious choices that fuel your body’s natural defenses. Plus, you’ll learn how to turn your kitchen into your best wellness toolbox this season.
Signs that your immune system is weak and what you should know!
Feeling like you're always getting sick once the weather cools down? You’re not alone — seasonal shifts, back-to-school germs, and everyday stress can put a strain on your immune system. But frequent colds, slow recovery, or lingering fatigue might be more than just bad luck — they could be your body’s way of asking for support. In this blog, we’ll explore how your immune system works, the red flags that it might need a boost, and simple nutrition and lifestyle strategies to build lasting immune resilience. Whether you're dealing with sniffles, sluggishness, or just want to stay ahead of the flu season, these tips are your natural defence toolkit.
Alleviate Your Allergies
Do you suffer from seasonal allergies?
It’s that time of the year when I see the red eyes, hear the sneezing and can tell there are people truly suffering from the change in seasons with excess mucus and congestion. I know this may surprise you, but did you know that there are specific foods that can help alleviate the symptoms of seasonal allergies?
Love Your Guts - Eat Fermented Foods!
Fermented Foods – Love Your Guts!!
If you’ve been on social media or even watching the news there has been lots of talk recently about fermented foods. Is this a new trend in the dieting roller coaster? Will there be a new fad diet using fermented food? I doubt it but wouldn’t put it past the media! Fermented foods have been around for centuries and have been dietary staples in many cultures!
The Great Vitamin D Debate!!
Vitamin D – What is it and Why do I need it?
I keep hearing that summer is coming. Spring is apparently here but there is still snow in the forecast!! This gets me thinking about Vitamin D, the “sunshine” vitamin. I am supposed to be able to make this essential vitamin in my body by getting exposure to the sun. But, I live in the great white north so is it possible to get enough vitamin D from the sun when there are very few days when the sun seems to shine?