Alternative & Complementary Healthcare
We all know that wandering about in a forest or by the sea is good for us. But what you probably don't know is that it results in significant, measurable changes to the immune system. I came across this fascinating article from the Townsend Newsletter the other day, which really puts the benefits into scientific …
I note the news items today linking obesity rates with COVID deaths. These were sparked by research released today by the World Obesity Study. Countries with high levels of overweight people, such as the UK and the US, have the highest death rates from Covid-19, a landmark report reveals, prompting calls for governments to urgently …
I absolutely agree with this assessment I saw today in my feed - a mixture of two different comments that I've combined to make the point: We could wake up to a new and better world tomorrow if we simply:1. Give people vitamin D to correct the vitamin D deficiency that affects 80% of the …
Here's an easy way to boost your immunity - and goodness knows we all need to keep an eye on that this Winter! A handful of frozen berry mix. I use a mix of red berries and some mango/pineapple/papaya mix from the supermarket A banana or half a banana and half an avocado Some greens …
Timely, this one: how do you test your immune system strength? I've just completed the new Immune Tests page, which you can see here. And here is the text for you. I hope it helps: Unsure if you need an Immune Status Test? Well, if you are getting recurrent infections, battling something like Lyme disease …
How do you make sure your kids' immune systems are good and strong as they return to school during this COVID outbreak? Read on... Great overview from Biocare this morning so I thought I would share it for you. I've added links and comments for you as usual. "Throughout their early years, our children are …
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Our role as partners in the restoration of individual’s wellbeing and the education of our friends and families, by the transfer of knowledge and related changes in behaviour is the social vaccine of sustainability and wellbeing – this may be a far better investment in your and your families personal future and our environment than any single …
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Great reminder today from Nutrigold about why zinc is just so important as a mineral. I always think zinc and magnesium are FAR more important in many ways than the usual calcium and iron you never stop hearing about. In these COVID times, zinc is particularly crucial - which is why it is recommended in …
Yummy nutritious smoothie for your children
"Public health officials are encouraged to include nutritional strategies in their recommendations to improve public health." Taken from: Optimal Nutritional Status for a Well-Functioning Immune System Is an Important Factor to Protect against Viral Infections You can read the abstract and full text here, but here's the gist of it for you: The role nutrition …
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