We all know the feeling of a niggly sore throat. Either the pain goes away, or it leads to a worsening illness. Either way, it’s vital to know what to do as soon as that dreaded discomfort shows up. “I gargle with salt water every hour at the first sign of a sore throat,” says … Continued
The term “processed foods” can be equal parts captivating and confusing for the general public. Captivating because there’s a general sense that the more heavily processed a food is, the less likely it is to be of great nutritional value. Confusing because there are technically four different categories of processed foods, each of which carries … Continued
By Leah Payne
We all know it’s coming: the dreaded cold, flu, and virus season that the cooler weather brings. As the kiddos return to school, sniffles and coughs tend to return to our houses and workplaces. Thankfully, there’s a lot we can do to prepare. Along with getting our recommended vaccines, we can live a healthy lifestyle … Continued
When fall arrives, the air becomes brisk and fills with the familiar aroma of freshly sharpened pencils, ready for the new school year. But that’s not all that’s in the air: harmful germs are also lurking, poised and ready to strike. Luckily, there are plenty of simple ways to support immunity and keep us feeling … Continued
First discovered in 1918, antibiotics have been revolutionary in preserving and extending human life; they are, perhaps, the single most important discovery of modern medicine. Antibiotics successfully treat infections that used to cause death, such as pneumonia and appendicitis, and render invasive surgical procedures possible. Some people are unaware that many common antibiotics, such as … Continued