People’s Pharmacy: Pros and cons of resveratrol

A: Resveratrol is a compound produced by certain plants to defend themselves against toxins. Grape and peanut skins are both rich in resveratrol. Studies show that this antioxidant can increase insulin sensitivity and improve blood glucose control (Nutrition & Metabolism, Sept. 22, 2017). Resveratrol also improves blood vessel flexibility […]

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20 answers to your coronavirus questions

You’ve got questions. We go find the answer. | Photo Credit: David Schechter CHARLOTTE, N.C. — WCNC Charlotte has listened to your questions about the COVID-19 coronavirus and we’ve asked them to medical professionals. Below are 20 answers to frequently asked questions about the coronavirus. Submit your own questions […]

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Coronavirus Prevention: Which Vitamins, Supplements To Take During Pandemic

The novel coronavirus or SARS-CoV-2 targets people with low immunity or the immunocompromised. Hence, the elderly are the most affected during the pandemic since most of them already have weak immune systems and have other conditions. However, there have been reports about children contracting the fatal virus as well. […]

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Bats – Live Long and Prosper

These flying mammals have the incredible ability to survive an attack from any type of virus. Another feature of the bat immune system is that it has lower levels of inflammatory cytokines in their blood than humans. Certainly, with overpopulation and the encroachment of human beings into more areas […]

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Local healthy lifestyle business hires Baker student workers

The founder of Mindfully Made, Carol Bahr, works on High Street in Antiques on the Prairie to create Elderberry preparation. Mindfully Made is a company founded by Carol Bahr, whose passion is to make products that will help nourish the body both inside and out. One of her most […]

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A healthy immune system can help fight off COVID-19

Courtesy: Dr. Stephanie Gray CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — As the number of COVID-19 cases continues climbing across the nation, a lot of people are looking to immune boosters for help. Doctor Stephanie Gray is a nurse practitioner at Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic, who specializes in this field. She […]

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OVER THE COUNTER: Handwashing and other health tips for the coronavirus crisis

Mar 17, 2020 at 5:30 AM “Happy Birthday to You” should be the No. 1 song in the nation. The tune was once dubbed the most recognized song in the English language by Guinness World Records, and of course it’s often sung heartily at parties celebrating the births of […]

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Kelly Ripa’s nutritionist shares her 7-step immunity-boosting routine

‘The very first thing Kelly Ripa does to start her day and kickstart her immune system — all year round — is to add one scoop of our Alkamind Daily Greens ($39.99), a concentrated organic green juice powder, to a glass of water and drink,’ Dr. Gioffre said. This […]

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Letter to the Editor: JUST ANOTHER FLU BUG?

Editor, Roadrunner: We have quite the “pandemic” going on. Fear mongering in the media has us fearing for our lives. Rather than rant and rave about “overkill,” I thought I’d write some positive and constructive information. Let me state right now I am NOT a doctor. This is not […]

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