"Healthy Empowerment"

Congratulations--you've finally beaten your cold or flu! As your body adjusts and you go back to your daily routine, you may find that you're not quite back to 100%. It takes time for our bodies to recover from infection, and just because you are no longer sick, doesn't mean you won't feel some lingering effects. Whether it's a stubborn cough, mild aches, or lower energy levels, there are herbs and mushrooms that can help you feel more like yourself again.

Last week, we provided you with some tips for how to prevent illness, but let's say, despite your best efforts, you wake up one day feeling decidedly under-the-weather. Nobody wants to be sick around the holidays, but it happens--and when it does, we know you want to get better as fast as you can so you can go back to enjoying the season's festivities. Read on to discover our top tips for relieving symptoms and fighting infection.

As the holidays approach, our minds are on many things--securing gifts for loved ones, accommodating guests, and preparing our favorite foods and traditions--but it is also an important time to keep our immune systems in mind! Colder weather keeps us indoors where sickness is more likely to spread, and visiting family and friends can inadvertently bring pathogens into your home. It is more important now than ever to take steps to ensure your immune response is strong and healthy and ready to fight off sicknesses. To avoid feeling under the weather during the holidays this year, try some of the herbs, formulas, and supplements listed below!

Respiration is among the most vital functions of life, and the importance of our lung health cannot be understated. When we inhale, our lungs work together with our vascular system to supply oxygen, a key ingredient in cellular reactions, all throughout our bodies. As we exhale, we remove carbon dioxide and other waste from the body–a whopping 70% of our body’s waste is eliminated by breathing.

While our lungs are powerful, they are also vulnerable to infection by bacteria or viruses. There are over 200 different viruses that can cause upper respiratory infection, and inflammatory diseases such as asthma are common, affecting about 10% of people across the world. Knowing this, you may be wondering what you can do to prevent these issues and improve the health of your lungs. Read on to learn about some of the best natural remedies for the respiratory system.

The start of a new school year can be a wonderful and exciting time for kids and parents alike, but spending time in the classroom can also increase the likelihood of germs spreading. Especially as cold and flu season approaches, it can feel like it’s only a matter of time before your children catch the latest bug, but there are steps you can take to prepare and strengthen their immune systems and decrease the likelihood of them getting sick. Here we discuss several natural and kid-approved ways to boost your child’s immunity.