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The Immunological Response Of Children Enhances Risk Of Reinfection With COVID

Because of their powerful early ‘innate’ immune response, children have avoided serious COVID-19 symptoms. And now, according to a study spearheaded by experts at Australia’s Garvan Institute of Medical Research, we know what this may entail for the immune system.…

January 29, 2023 · by Anna Daniels · 0

Boost Your Winter Immunity With These Spices

The winter is here and with it comes the cold and flu season. There are many ways to combat these pesky bugs, but one of the best is by adding spices to your diet. Spices have been used for centuries…

December 3, 2022 · by Anna Daniels · 0

New Study Finds that Black Death Pandemic Survivors Passed Down a Genetic Advantage to Their Descendants!

According to a study published in the journal Nature earlier this week, the Black Death may have altered not just society but also the genome of survivors’ descendants! Barreiro, the study’s author, points out that the mortality rate was more…

October 24, 2022 · by Katherine Baldwin · 0

5 Best Foods for Your Immune System!

If you are planning on introducing immune-boosting foods into your diet but are not sure where to start, this guide is here to help you! According to functional dietitian and founder of Savvy Stummy, Paulina Lee, “When we consume foods…

June 26, 2022 · by Katherine Baldwin · 0

Constant Stress Makes the Immune System Age Faster, New Study Shows

How many times have we heard that “stress is the invisible enemy”? And most of us have felt it on our skin on more than one occasion. We’ve all been through highly stressful situations which made us experience digestive issues,…

June 15, 2022 · by Irina Aurelia Tit · 0

Vitamin C: Health Benefits and Sources

Well-known to be a powerful antioxidant, vitamin C is an essential ingredient for our skin and our immune system, with numerous benefits for both. According to MBG Health, vitamin C: – Improves immunity by supporting the action of immune cells…

May 25, 2022 · by Irina Aurelia Tit · 0

Ways To Increase Immunity In The Winter

The winter months are notorious for bringing cold and flu season, along with dry air, freezing temperatures, and even a little snow. All of this cold weather can wreak havoc on your immune system. While you can’t always avoid getting…

February 8, 2022 · by Anna Daniels · 0

8 Ways To Boost Your Immune System In 2022 And Beyond

No matter your age, you can keep your immune system strong. Here are 6 ways to do that in 2022 and beyond: Vitamin C & D. It’s best to get your vitamin C from foods like acerola or camu camu…

January 1, 2022 · by Anna Daniels · 0

Best Self-Care Habits to Boost Your Immunity

Most health advice focuses on what you should not do. Avoid smoking, eat less fat, don’t eat sugar. There aren’t as many health tips about what to do. But self-care actually covers a wide range of activities, from obvious things…

November 13, 2021 · by Anna Daniels · 0

Is Natural Immunity As Good As The COVID-19 Vaccine?

Is natural immunity really able to protect you from catching COVID-19 as well as the vaccine? According to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, natural immunity is not as consistent as the immunity developed by…

November 4, 2021 · by Katherine Baldwin · 0