A healthy immune system is crucial to defend your body against pathogens and keep you free of diseases and chronic illnesses. Protecting your immune system will in turn provide optimal health for your body. Your immune system occupies various parts…
The immune system serves as our body’s natural defense mechanism against various illnesses and infections. When properly balanced, it works to ward off harmful microorganisms like bacteria and viruses while still protecting our healthy tissues. However, when conditions such as…
Every five and a half minutes, an American loses their life to a hospital-acquired infection that cannot be treated with antibiotics. Unfortunately, this problem is much worse than the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has initially reported. Additionally,…
Did you know that vitamin D not only helps your body absorb calcium but can also strengthen your immune response? That’s right! Researchers at the New Jersey Dental School have found that this essential nutrient may help prevent gingivitis and…
Picture this: every time you step into a room, you’re releasing 37 million bacteria into the air! You might be wondering why that’s a big deal, especially since many of these microorganisms are harmless. However, there are also those that…
Nailing the two factors that can make a significant difference in your immunity to catching a cold or flu this winter might surprise you. According to research conducted at Maastricht University in the Netherlands, getting more sleep and reducing work-related…
Next time you’re feeling under the weather and decide to take a trip to the doctor’s office – beware! You may just catch something worse from your doctor. A survey from a 2010 Illinois medical meeting that was published in…
Did you know that only five percent of us wash our hands long enough to kill infectious microorganisms after using the bathroom? It’s almost unbelievable, but it’s true. Researchers at Michigan State University have found that 33 percent don’t even…
Green tea has long been touted as a powerhouse beverage full of health benefits. One of its most compelling properties is the potential to strengthen and support your immune system. Thanks to an essential compound called epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), green…
Do you ever find yourself avoiding those leafy green vegetables such as spinach, kale, and collard greens? Or maybe you’re not a fan of broccoli, cabbage, or Brussels sprouts. If so, you might want to reconsider your stance on these…
Living close to a pig farm might not just impede your olfactory senses but also your health. Research conducted in the Netherlands reveals that when pig farms are in your neighborhood, your likelihood of contracting methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) increases.…
Cold and flu season is upon us, which means a high likelihood of falling prey to the annoying cold at some point. Did you know that zinc can effectively shorten the duration of a cold? The research suggests that it…