Eggs can be an amazing source of protein, fat, and micronutrients (vitamins and minerals). (1) Many of these nutrients are an asset to our immune system, especially Vitamins A and D, and zinc. (2)

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What are Some Healthy Chocolate Options?

Now that we know chocolate has the potential to benefit our immune system, how do we make sure we’re consuming the best options?

Eat More Chocolate (Bonus It Benefits Your Immune System)

All the chocolate lovers can now rejoice. There’s research on dark chocolate showing several potential benefits. Read about those benefits in this post.

How to Really Know If You're Gluten Intolerant

If you’re not having any known adverse reactions to gluten, it may appear that you don’t have a gluten allergy, sensitivity, or intolerance. However, this is not true! There may still be negative consequences with consuming gluten and some form of intolerance. Here are three things to consider:

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Stay Healthy During the Holidays

The holidays are the perfect time to adopt excuses for healthy habits!

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Support Your Immune System with...Gratitude

We all encounter varying degrees and forms of stress throughout our lives. It’s a part of everyone’s life and how it is managed can make an enormous difference in our lives...and those around us. One significant way chronic stress can negatively impact us is by lowering the function of our immune system.

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2021 New Year Nutrition Challenge

This Nutrition Challenge is all about clean eating, building good habits, and learning new strategies for eating well. And if you’ve already completed one or more Nutrition Challenges in the past, sign up for this one to reinforce your good habits.

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Eat Better for a Better Immune System

Does changing your current nutrition sound overwhelming? It doesn’t have to be! Choose one thing to focus on at a time and you will gradually make progress to your goals. If you simply make a healthier breakfast today, you’ll be closer to your goal than you were yesterday.

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Count Nutrients Not Calories

Calorie counting is a very common way of dieting. However, when it comes to supporting the immune system, I care more about the number of nutrients you’re consuming, than the number of calories. When we focus on real foods, the body has a way of knowing when we’ve had enough and it’s time to stop eating.

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