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Natural Supplements to Boost Your Immune System
It’s a known fact that eating healthy and exercising is key to maintaining good health. But sometimes we need a little extra boost. One way to get it is by taking the right supplements. Just like the name suggests, they supplement nutrients, minerals, and vitamins we need for optimal health. Here we’ll talk specifically about natural supplements you can introduce to enhance your immunity. 1. Zinc In a study by the Open Respiratory Medicine Journal, zinc was shown to reduce the duration of a cold by 42%. It assists in the development of our T cells (T lymphocytes) and activates them to fight off unwanted pathogens and bacteria in affected…
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10 Natural Ways to Boost Your Immune System
When you’re feeling tired, cold, or low energy, it could be a sign your immune system is fighting off a bug or infection. Your immune system is your natural line of defense against viruses and bacteria. But sometimes your immune system gets tired and needs a little TLC. With my list of 10 ways to naturally boost your immune system, you can give your body that extra care it needs. What We’re Born With Boosting your immunity is a trending topic among health and wellness professionals. Research indicates positive changes in your lifestyle or diet can possibly affect your immunity. We know that living a healthy lifestyle, consisting of a…
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17 Essentials for a Healthy Lifestyle
In a previous article, we covered 6 Simple Ways to Kick-Start a Healthy Mind and Body. Here we’ll take it a step further and share recommendations on things you can use to support your new habits for a healthy mind and body. From books to bottles to cute yoga duds, you’ll have everything you need to make sure your self-care time is productive and enjoyable. 1. Essentials for a “Mindful” Morning Routine The highly-rated book () by Mark Williams, Danny Penman, et al. provides an easy to follow, practical course to introduce you to the world of meditation. Based on evidence and cognitive behavior therapy, the course teaches presence and…
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6 Simple Ways to Kick-Start a Healthy Mind and Body
When we hear the word “health,” we typically think about physical health. But that’s only one aspect of our wellbeing. A more holistic view of health also includes a healthy mind. And a healthy lifestyle is built on the foundation of healthy habits that support both of those two aspects combined. So, what does that look like? Here we’ll go over some simple and realistic tips to kick-start a healthy mind and body. 1. Start the Day with a “Mindful” Morning Routine Having some time to yourself in the early morning before the day starts is crucial, in my opinion. Before the constant rush of things to do, people to…
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How to Stay Positive In Difficult Situations
Even the most optimistic people can begin to turn into hard-core pessimists when an important event is near. I understand. I am considered an optimistic person and always happy (nickname Saint Nikki). But I even get down a bit sometimes! It’s really human nature to try and brace ourselves for the worst. but it can lead to a lot of undue stress, anxiety, and outright unhappiness–and that’s why staying positive is so important, especially when things don’t necessarily go your way. Whether it’s a job opportunity or medical test results, if you are finding it hard to stay positive in a situation, try these tips. Will It Matter in a…
