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Flu season descends upon Iowa State

Knowles said other things like smoking and alcohol can weaken your immune system. She suggested eating more healthy foods and increasing clear liquids overall — especially water — and decreasing sugary foods or drinks. “Full-strength” fruit juices …

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How to keep healthy the natural way this holiday season

Schreiner says there are also some ways to boost this battle. “When you've already gotten sick you can boost your immune system with many of our immunity protectors such as silver, olive leaf, oregano, and zinc. These are great because … Continue reading

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Eat these foods to give your immune system a boost this holiday season

Heather Illg, dietitian for Hy-Vee's Urbandale store, said it's not difficult to find foods that can help boost your immunity while also tasting delicious. Some may be new to you, but others may be old standbys, she said. “No food … Continue reading

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Immunity-Boosting Apple Pie Tonic for Cold Season (Recipe)

This is my go-to recipe for an immunity boost at the first hint of illness. Add the ginger and garlic for an extra immunity boost, and enjoy throughout the day and evening. You can also enjoy this recipe to keep … Continue reading

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Flu season

Taking things that you can boost your immune system with air born, vitamin c or zinc lozenges, help boost your immune system". Flu shots will also help. Krenek says these shots are, "Supposed to help prevent the flu. Also sometimes … Continue reading

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Stay Well and "Elevate the Everyday" this Holiday Season with Massage Heights

Stress can also break down your immune system, making you more susceptible to the common cold or flu. Luckily, massage therapy, which was once thought of as a luxury, has been proven to help reduce stress and improve your overall … Continue reading

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Tricks and Treats for a Healthy Halloween — and Holiday Season

There are many natural herbs and supplements that build immunity and decrease our chances of catching viral infections. My favorite is astragalus, a Chinese herb,that acts as an antiviral and antibacterial. I recommend taking this every day, but …

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Chandra Balusu: Fight flu season with natural ingredients

Probiotics are the good bacteria found in yogurt and other fermented foods that strengthen your immune system. If you don't like yogurt, try kimchi or sauerkraut. Berries in general have high concentrations of antioxidants to help fight flu, but …

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Frugal Natural Remedies For Cold & Flu Season

Garlic-1-Ale-Paiva-sxc-300×225. source: https://www.sunwarrior.com/news/5-powerful-healing-properties-of-garlic/. Garlic. This is a well-known but seemingly unpopular natural remedy and potent immune system booster.

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The season of denial

Next comes bargaining as you plead with your immune system and other internal organs, “please lungs just two more days to the weekend, I need to get work done.” “Oh punching bag at the back of my throat please calm … Continue reading

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Five keys to surviving flu season

Skip the OJ: Orange juice is often sold under the pretence that it will boost your immune system. But oranges and orange juice are not similar at all when it comes to nutrition — oranges are pretty healthy, but the … Continue reading

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