Traditional methods for fighting the flu have some stiff competition. Previous studies have shown fiber fights inflammatory diseases, like asthma and allergies. So researchers wondered… could fiber help your body’s immune system work better at protecting you from flu?

The low-carb diet craze has been going strong for decades. It started with Atkins, progressed to Paleo, and now it’s all about Keto. But low-carb eating isn’t for everyone. And, as shocking as it sounds, certain high-carb foods can even kick-start your weight loss.

This year’s horrible flu season is finally winding down… thank God! But if you were one of the unlucky ones who got the flu, you may be wondering how you can prevent yourself from reliving that awful experience again next year. You’re in luck…

Soon the flowers will be blooming, birds will be singing, the grass will turn a vibrant green… and, your seasonal allergies will be back in full force. Don’t reach for those anti-histamines that can leave you feeling funky and drowsy and off your game just when you can get out and play. Eat, instead!

You’re working hard. Getting less sleep than you should. And the stress is piling up. Surprised you’re sick again? If you’re not careful it could be flu that strikes. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention say the season is winding down, but the threat is not even close to being over yet…

Hospitalizations and deaths from flu this year have been higher than normal. But what if you don’t have symptoms… could you still have the flu? For older adults, this is a more frequent reality than most people realize, including doctors. And that’s even more scary…

Numerous studies have shown that a freshwater blue-green algae called spirulina boosts men’s immune health. This superfood, and its cousin chlorella, can be enjoyed both in food and as a supplement.

Flu season this year is a real doozy. So researchers set out to discover whether the flu was really only passed by exposure to droplets from an infected person’s coughs or sneezes or by touching contaminated surfaces. But what they found was not what they expected…

Flu… we all dread it. Even if you get the flu vaccine, there’s no reason to put all your eggs in one basket, since every year scientists are battling different strains. But, what if I told you taking one simple thing each day could offer you big protection, maybe even as much as when you get stuck with that needle?

When breakthroughs on boosting immunity hit the web, you can bet I’m researching and putting them to use. Most recently, I learned how, even if you can’t escape the flu, there is a way to tame it. With a little preparation, you can be as ready as you can be to keep the flu’s effects at a minimum…

A runny nose, itchy, watery eyes, sneezing and a sore throat and cough… If you suffer from a constant onslaught of allergens, you’ll be glad to know there is hope. In fact, overcoming seasonal allergies could be as simple as adding a few extra foods to your diet…

Fermented foods support your health in so many ways… They tame tummy issues, reduce your risk of diabetes, keep your mental health in check and help you maintain a healthy weight, among other things. But have you ever thought about using fermented foods to fight the flu?