Health Journal

Fall · Immune System ·
Tune Up Your Immune System for the Coming Fall
As summer comes to a close, another season takes its place. Hot, muggy days are replaced with the cool, crisp air of fall. But fall brings more than relief from the heat. Fall signals the start of cold and flu...
Allergies · Immune System · Spring ·
This is Why a Powerful Immune System Is So Important During Spring
Spring is the season when everything starts to bloom. But it’s also the season when ailments start to crop up—namely allergies, cold sores and respiratory infections. The most beautiful time of year can also be the most aggravating for those...
Immune System · Sleeping · Stress Relief ·
This is How Your Immune System Suffers from Stress & Lack of Sleep
Some people just can’t seem to shake a cold. As soon as they start to feel better, they get hit with a scratchy throat and stuffy nose all over again. Unsurprisingly, these are often the same people who are bogged...
General Wellbeing · Immune System ·
7 Habits that Hurt Immune Health
Life is full of bad habits that we could do without. Too often, we neglect long-term wellness in the pursuit of instant gratification. A late night out and a couple of drinks might feel good in the moment, but you’ll...
General Wellbeing · Immune System · Supplements ·
6 Benefits of Lysine Supplements
Many common ailments can be traced back to a lysine deficiency. Believe it or not, adding more of this one nutrient to your diet can make a world of difference. If your health has seen better days, lysine might just...
General Wellbeing · Immune System ·
5 Medicinal Mushrooms That Can Support Your Immune Function
Mushrooms are the unsung heroes of a plant-based diet. They’re extremely nutritious and some special types of mushrooms won’t be found in your local produce section! Adaptogenic medicinal mushrooms are growing in popularity due to their ability to help your...
Immune System · Nutrition & Diet ·
The Critical Role Antioxidants Play in Your Health
Many foods are advertised as being high in antioxidants. We know antioxidants are supposed to be good for us, but what exactly are they? As chemical compounds, antioxidants are found in your body, in food and in dietary supplements. They...
Immune System · Supplements ·
7 Vital Nutrients Found in Medicinal Mushrooms
Medicinal mushrooms are a beneficial type of fungus that have been used by many different cultures for thousands of years. Found in most supermarkets and health foods stores, medicinal mushrooms can be eaten or taken as a supplement. Most of...
General Wellbeing · Immune System ·
6 Symptoms of Illness You Shouldn’t Ignore
There are some changes in your body that you might be tempted to brush off. However, they could be symptoms of a serious medical condition! While some symptoms of illness may have simple causes, others might be more severe, and...
Immune System ·
The Fascinating History of Medicinal Mushrooms
Everyone knows something about mushrooms. You’ve probably strolled past multiple species on trees or in the grass on a nature walk. Or perhaps you add them to your favorite dishes for a unique flavor. More recently, you might have explored...
Digestive System · General Wellbeing · Immune System · Nutrition & Diet ·
3 Health Benefits Kombucha Can Offer (and the Science Behind Them!)
If you’ve explored the shelves of your local health foods store, you’re sure to have found kombucha—a bottled beverage akin to tea. Although kombucha has been around for over 2,000 years, health advocates have recently begun touting kombucha’s proposed wellness...
General Wellbeing · Hair Care · Immune System · Skin Care · Winter ·
Your Ultimate Guide to Winter Wellness
It’s common for people’s routines to change during the winter months. The colder weather makes it harder to get outside, holidays disrupt your schedule and add stress, and the shorter days can put a damper on your mood. Together, these...
Immune System · Stress Relief ·
Why Stress & Your Autoimmune Disorder Don’t Mix
These days, just about everyone is under some level of stress. It’s become a real problem for more and more people, and it’s harder than ever to escape the effects of stress! Stress can manifest itself in everything, from a...
Immune System · Winter ·
Practical Tips to Stay Healthy During This Flu Season
Cold and flu season is nearly upon us, and some of us might be feeling more anxiety about it than usual. There’s almost no escaping the colder months of the year without catching a cold, the flu or some other...
Immune System · Nutrition & Diet ·
8 Key Ingredients for an Immunity-Enhancing Smoothie
Now that fall is here and winter is fast approaching, it’s time to take a closer look at your immunity. Keeping your immune system in good shape moving into the colder months will help protect you from colds, flus and...
Immune System · Women's Health ·
Your Guide to Optimizing Your Immune System
The immune system is an incredibly complex network that protects us from foreign pathogens including bacteria, viruses, and parasites, and responds to events including allergies. While a healthy immune system is desirable, not even a robust immune response can provide...
Immune System · Supplements ·
Medicinal Mushrooms: What Are They and What Do They Do?
If you’ve browsed the supplement aisle of your grocery store or taken a look at the trending topics of a healthy living blog lately, you’ve probably seen the words “medicinal mushrooms” pop up. These supplements have gained notoriety, but they...
Fitness · Immune System ·
Does Exercise Actually Strengthen Your Immune System?
You’ve probably heard that in order to prevent illness, you need to maintain a healthy lifestyle. One key aspect of this is exercising regularly. But how, exactly, is exercise linked to health and immunity, and is it true? As it...
General Wellbeing · Immune System · Nutrition & Diet ·
7 Quick Tips for Bolstering Your Immune System
It couldn’t be farther from cold and flu season - summer is right around the corner! However, with the prospects of summer colds, seasonal hay fever and allergies, and a global pandemic in place, there’s never a “wrong” time to...
Immune System · Self Care ·
We’re In This Together: Community Immune Sure Giveaway!
We want to spread the love that we see being shown by essential workers and healthcare workers - and we need YOUR help to do it! Our big-hearted, supportive community is the perfect source for suggestions for people we can...
Immune System · Meditation · Stress Relief ·
The Link Between Daily Meditation and Your Immune System
The practice of meditation has been around for thousands of years, but it has gained a lot of traction in the western world more recently. People have just started to realize the many benefits meditation can have on your lifestyle,...