Bad germs and bacteria are everywhere – E.coli, Salmonella, S. pneumoniae. To fight these bad bugs, you need good bugs! Consuming beneficial “friendly” bacteria, or probiotics, is good for you. In fact, the name “probiotic” comes from the Greek and means “for life.” L. acidophilus, a well-known probiotic, is just one of more than 400 […]

A healthy and delicious dessert board with fruits, nuts and creamy maple dip. Ingredients 1 pkg (8 oz) cream cheese or non-dairy cream cheese, at room temperature 4 Tbsp pure maple syrup 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 cup thawed dairy free whipped topping Assorted fresh fruits, such as grapes, apples and pears Assorted dried fruits, […]

From the common cold to the flu, we all deal with viruses, those small infectious bugs that can enter the body and spread. The immune system, how our bodies fight off infection, will generally eliminate these viruses or bacteria before they take hold. However, if our immune system is weakened, viruses can take hold and […]

While back to school is a common time to bolster your kids’ immune defenses, it’s clear right now that good immune defense is needed year ‘round!  After all, if they get sick, odds are you will too, which may lead to lost work time and higher health care costs. √ Healthy Diet Choices Start by […]

As the summer sun and the temperature heat up, hydration becomes critical. People spend more time outside in the hot sun doing various activities. A lot of people like to hang out at the pool, the lake, or the beach, around water, and often don’t remember they still need to drink water to avoid dehydration. […]

These are just a few examples of Fruit Infused Waters. The possibilities are endless!   Mango, Raspberry, and Ginger Water INGREDIENTS 1 mango peeled and cubed 1/2 pint raspberries 1 (2-inch) piece fresh ginger peeled and thinly sliced 5 cups water 1 cup ice INSTRUCTIONS In a large pitcher, place the ginger slices and muddle […]