Does cold winter air make you feel like hibernating? Winter months are often referred to as “cold and flu season,” maybe due to more people staying indoors, increasing chances of infection. But you don’t have to give up outdoor exercise just because the weather is colder. Now is the time to be sure you maintain […]

Fall is in the air. This welcome change in weather signals the start of school, football season and shorter days. With the change in season, fall allergies kick into high gear, and concern for colds, flu and other viruses also increases. To stay healthy, be proactive and start early to keep your immune system in […]

Bees make honey with the use of nectar from flowers. Honey is commonly used as an alternative sweetener to chemically refined white sugar. While some argue that honey is no different than sugar, others feel different. Honey contains enzymes, antibiotic agents, trace minerals and other nutritional components. One honey in particular, Manuka honey, is known […]

You can be a super nutrition hero by consuming any of these, and other foods with superpowers of their own. Nitrate-rich beets help improve vascular function and delay the onset of fatigue in athletes. Beet juice may also help lower blood pressure and improve vascular function in adults with high cholesterol. Try it: Add chopped […]

This soup comes together quicker thanks to cooking onions in the microwave! Ingredients: 3 large onions, sliced1/4 c. Butter1 T. Pastry flour1 quart beef or vegetable broth1/4 c. Red wine1/2 t. Sea salt1/2 t. Savory pepper blend6 slices sourdough bread, 1/2” thick slices6 slices Swiss cheese Preparation: Combine onions and butter in a large microwave-safe […]

If you seem to feel tired all the time, you are not alone. As a society we are overstressed and under-rested. Fatigue can be caused by anything from stress, pollution, insomnia and poor diet, to hypoglycemia, anemia, low adrenal or low thyroid function. Here are some keys to fight fatigue and boost energy naturally: Get […]