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How to Not Get Sick

And once your immune system has dealt with an enemy, it forever remembers the specific protein markers, speeding up immune response should you ever be attacked by the same germ again. Vaccines work by using a weakened, inactive form of … Continue reading

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DR. LEPISTO: How toxin overload can make you sick

Within the human body, a “TILTed” state (Toxicant Induced Loss of Tolerance) helps to clarify the increase in cancer, diabetes, autism, chronic disease and more. Since the overall chemical burden is directly related to the sensitivity of your immune …

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Keeping kids' sick days to a minimum

Naturopathic medicine offers a number of preventative measures, including herbs, vitamins, probiotics and healthful foods, which boost immunity and thereby reduce the frequency, severity and duration of illness. Rule number one is to steer clear of sugar.

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Maxed Out: An American Mom Deals With Sick Kids

At the slightest hint of a cold, I doled out herbal treatments to the kids like echinacea or homeopathic remedies that promised to boost their immune systems. Brian and I took the grown-up versions of these magical elixirs. One entire … Continue reading

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Getting Sick On Top of Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

I wouldn't call it a miracle cure by any means, but it has definetly helped. As an added bonus, Emergen-C is touted as a “natural energy booster” because of all the vitamins, and it does help my fatigue. …. It … Continue reading

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Talking Points: Six-legged livestock, sick sea turtles, space mice

The endangered sea turtles were malnourished. Hypothermia set in and rendered the cold-blooded animals immobile and unable to eat for days. The acupuncture is intended to reduce stress, increase blood flow and boost the immune system — just as in … Continue reading

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How to Avoid Getting Sick Before Your Wedding

70% of your immune system lives in your intestinal lining, so health really begins in your stomach. Good bacteria are key players in regulating your gut and making sure it functions properly. Increase your levels of the good guys by … Continue reading

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Can the changing temperatures make you sick?

… migraine headaches for some people. And after the rain, the rise in pollen can make your allergy symptoms worse. So get out in the sunshine now and when the temperature drops- do what you can to boost your own … Continue reading

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8 things that'll never get you sick

The probiotic, or good, living bacteria present in yogurt have a favourable impact on many gastrointestinal conditions. It also helps to lower blood pressure, decrease cholesterol and strengthen the immune system. Eat at least one serving of yogurt …

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How do I start back at the gym after being sick?

You must try your best to eat foods loaded with the proper nutrients and drink plenty of water to boost your immune system so you can get better. If you couldn't eat while you were sick, get back to healthy … Continue reading

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The cost of getting sick

Doing household chores, going to the park for running or walking, or working out in a gym could help you improve your mood, boost your energy, bolster your immune system's response to illnesses and control your weight. Plus, it's also … Continue reading

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