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Omega-3 helps prevent rheumatoid arthritis

Omega-3 helps prevent rheumatoid arthritis

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic inflammatory disorder. According to Mayo Clinic, rheumatoid arthritis “typically affects the small joints in your hands and feet. Unlike the wear-and-tear damage of osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis affects the lining of your joints, causing a painful swelling that can eventually result in bone erosion and […]

by January 4, 2016
Mushrooms boost the immune system

Mushrooms boost the immune system

The immune support benefits of eating shiitake mushrooms are well documented. These mushrooms contain compounds called polysaccharides, which help jump-start the immune system, according to previous research published in the Nutrition Journal. Now, more promising evidence from a University of Florida study confirms that shiitake mushrooms boost the immune system. […]

by April 19, 2015