7 Vitamins and Minerals That Help Boost Your Immunity

7 Vitamins and Minerals That Help Boost Your Immunity

The old saying, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away,” may have some truth behind it, after all. Eating nourishing foods rich in certain vitamins and minerals can help your immune system fight off illness. “A strong immune system bolsters your body against the common cold and the flu,” says registered dietitian Julia Zumpano, RD, LD. “It can also help…

6 Health Benefits of Turmeric

6 Health Benefits of Turmeric

Not familiar with turmeric? While you might not have a bottle of the spice in your cupboard, it’s likely you’re already acquainted. It’s what gives mustard and curry their vibrant golden hues. Turmeric is a spice that comes from the root of the Curcuma longa plant, which is part of the ginger family. Its major active ingredient is curcumin. “Curcumin…

What Does Vitamin D Do?

What Does Vitamin D Do?

As Jerry Seinfeld might say, “What’s the deal with vitamin D?!” It’s known as the “sunshine vitamin” because your body absorbs it during time spent outdoors — but then again, it’s also in some of the foods you eat. How can both be true? What is the deal with vitamin D? This important vitamin has an important role to…

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