Health & Wellness Blog

Evidence-based articles on nutrition, fitness, mental health, and more.

A type of fat in the blood that stores unused calories. High levels increase the risk of heart disease and pancreatitis.

Used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries, astragalus shows promising immunomodulatory effects in modern studies.

Heart-healthy fats found in plant oils, nuts, and fish that can improve cholesterol profiles when replacing saturated fats.

Selenium is critical for immune cell function but most people do not think about it. Sources, dosage, and deficiency risks.

A fat-soluble vitamin essential for vision, immune function, and skin health, found in liver, dairy, and orange vegetables.

Proper handwashing prevents more infections than any supplement. Technique, timing, and the soap vs. sanitizer debate.

A water-soluble vitamin crucial for nerve function and red blood cell formation, primarily found in animal-sourced foods.

Propolis contains over 300 bioactive compounds. Evidence for its antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and immune-supporting properties.

A water-soluble antioxidant vitamin essential for immune function, collagen synthesis, and iron absorption.

Vitamin A is critical for mucosal immunity, the body's first line of defense. Sources, deficiency signs, and safe supplementation.

The 'sunshine vitamin' essential for calcium absorption, bone health, and immune function, with widespread deficiency globally.

Skip the gimmicks. These smoothie recipes use ingredients with actual clinical evidence for immune support.