By Marisa Sweeney RDN, RYT How can you strengthen your immune system? First, it is worth noting that your immune system does an excellent job fighting off colds, germs, viruses, and invasive bacteria on its own. However, we can help ourselves. A significant amount of research shows that diet and lifestyle factors can greatly impact...
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New Year’s Resolutions
By: Caitlyn Devlin, MS, RDN New Year’s Day is observed by almost all of the world on January 1st. The first day of the year is said to represent a fresh start after reflecting on the events of the past year. A variety of celebrations around the world recognize this day. It may be marked...
Kwanza
By Valerie Ortiz, MS, RDN Kwanzaa, annual holiday affirming African family and social values that is celebrated primarily in the United States from December 26 to January 1.Kwanzaa is a Swahili word that means “first” and signifies the first fruits of the harvest. Each of the days of the celebration is dedicated to one of the seven principles of...