I do almost all our grocery shopping at a store that does not sell standard medicines. So if I want a painkiller or cold medicine, I have to go to a separate store, or buy homeopathic substitutes from my grocer instead. This happened to me this week. I was at the natural grocery store and [...]
Archive for the ‘Immunity’ Category
8 Nov
How to avoid the flu
Below are some simple suggestions of safe ways to prevent the flu this season. This information comes from a nurse in my area: The main portals of entry are the nostrils and mouth/throat. In a global epidemic of this nature, it’s almost impossible to avoid coming into contact with H1N1, in spite of all precautions. [...]
14 Feb
Make love, be healthy
In honor of Valentine’s Day, I’m going to summarize a few studies that show how sex is good for your health. Ladies, be careful telling your husbands about the last one. Happy Valentine’s Day! Sex reduces stress. A 2006 study, published in the journal Biological Psychology found that those who had sexual intercourse had [...]
7 Feb
Nasal irrigation
I really want to write a post about the benefits of nasal irrigation. A couple months ago, I read an article in a magazine at the gym (and I don’t even remember which magazine–maybe Yoga?) that touted the virtues of nasal irrigation via tools like the Neti Pot or Sinus Rinse. It said that rinsing [...]
26 Feb
Omega-3 fatty acids and immunity
By now, you probably know that I am a big fan of Omega-3 fatty acids. I think they’re crucial for good health. But here’s something I didn’t know until recently–Omega-3 fatty acids may also boost immunity. So as the cold and flu season continues, consider adding a fish oil or flax seed oil supplement to [...]
26 Jan
The goodness of Garlic
I have been taking garlic as a supplement when I am sick for over a decade. I really truly believe in the health benefits of it. Here are some of the amazing things garlic has been found to do: It can reduce the number of colds you catch. A 2001 clinical trial showed that when [...]
30 Aug
Welcome!
Welcome to my new blog. I am a mother to a two year old boy with another on the way. I take my health, and that of my family, very seriously. This blog is my attempt to share some of the information I’ve researched over the years with others. Hope you find the articles and [...]
