A variety of foods contain essential nutrients that play key roles in a healthy immune system. Specifically, this group of nutrients includes: vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin D, vitamin E, B6, B12, folate, copper, iron, magnesium, selenium and zinc. Foods containing these nutrients work together at every stage of the immune response to maintain or […]
Stretch Your Food Dollar: Strategies to Shop Smart
With uncertainty brought about by the coronavirus pandemic, you may need to make some changes to the way you stretch your food dollar. Job loss and fear of overspending are some of the factors that are impacting our finances. With food being essential, understanding how to make the most of your food dollar can help. […]
New Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans
It is one thing that can affect almost every area of health – physical activity. It can improve cognition, mood and mental health. Being active helps prevent against various chronic diseases and helps people maintain a healthy weight. It can increase strength, stability, and longevity as we age, and even provides opportunity for socializing. We […]