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November 15, 2022

The Beauty of Artichokes: 5 Benefits and Fun Facts

Artichokes are immature flower buds of a thistle that are loaded with vitamins, fiber, minerals, and antioxidants. Technically a plant, artichokes are often considered a vegetable. Once eaten as a delicacy by the elite with honey and vinegar, today they are popularly eaten in dip, risotto, stuffed, and soup.

November 09, 2022

When is Cold & Flu Season?

When Is Cold & Flu Season? In the United States, Cold & Flu Season peaks throughout Fall and Winter. Cases of the flu tend to rise in October, and surge from December through March. Common colds begin as early as August and

October 31, 2022

The Importance of Vitamin D

Vitamin D, also known as the “sunshine vitamin”, is a fat-soluble vitamin that is naturally found in a few foods, added to others, and available in supplement form. It is also produced in the body when the skin is exposed to UV rays from sunlight. It is considered a major player in keeping the body healthy and strong. Vitamin D helps the body absorb calcium, which is one of the main building blocks of bones.

October 26, 2022

Why is Maca So Good for You?

Maca root is a powerhouse vegetable and supplement believed to increase several health benefits, including energy, sexual health, and nutrition. Have you ever heard of “superfoods”? Well, maca root is considered just that.

October 19, 2022

The Power of Probiotics

Probiotics are living microorganisms composed of healthy bacteria and yeast that live in the body. Most beneficial probiotics are found in the gut, but other good microbes may be found in the mouth, skin, lungs, urinary tract, and vagina. Good bacteria help maintain a healthy balance in the body and fight off harmful bacteria that cause illness.

October 05, 2022

Diabetes and Heart Disease

According to the American Diabetes Association, cardiovascular disease is one of the many leading causes of death amongst Latinos. Cardiovascular disease also referred to as “heart disease”, is an abnormal heart condition that causes obstructions or irregular constrictions within the blood vessels.