by Phyllis J Gee | Sep 13, 2021 | Autoimmune, Blog
The immune system is designed to protect your body’s healthy tissues by attacking any viruses, bacteria, or other pathogens that enter your body. Simply put, it is what prevents you from getting sick, and what helps you recover if you do fall ill. However, autoimmune...
by Phyllis J Gee | May 7, 2020 | Blog
It’s no secret that with a global pandemic affecting the health of thousands and disrupting the economy, most people are facing stress and anxiety like never before. And, while this is a normal part of everyday life, chronic stress can have both a physical and mental...
by Phyllis J Gee | May 7, 2020 | Blog
Did you know that heart disease is the number one killer of women and men? That means that more people are killed from this disease than all forms of cancer combined. With a staggering figure like that, it’s no wonder that the American Heart Association has dubbed...
by Phyllis J Gee | May 7, 2020 | Blog
When we hear the phrase “a healthy diet,” many of us naturally think of incorporating more fruits and vegetables. While that’s a good start, in a world of heavily processed foods, choices of organic vs. non-organic, and GMO vs. non-GMO, there are many other factors to...
by Phyllis J Gee | Apr 20, 2017 | Autoimmune, Blog
A number of foods have been found to benefit the immune system in a range of ways. One group of foods is thought to reduce inflammation in the body, leading to less wear and tear on all your bodily systems, including your immune system. Adding anti-inflammatory foods...
by Phyllis J Gee | Apr 20, 2017 | Autoimmune, Blog
By now, almost everyone has heard of probiotics, the active cultures in a range of dairy products such as yogurt, some cheeses and kefir, and in fermented foods such as miso, kimchi and sauerkraut. Most of these are tasty additions to our diet that can also help...
