Nov 24, 2013

Eating to Feel Good

"Food is a huge part of staying well."  Travis Stork, MD

We have all heard the old adage, you are what you eat.  According to Dr. Stork, there is new research which supports the age-old idea, that what we eat helps us be healthy or not.  To help ward off colds, eat tuna, halibut or turkey to get enough protein and selenium.  Fish also contains omega-3 fatty acids which help boost moods.  Yogurt, cheese and other fermented foods all contain beneficial bacteria and probiotics which can help keep one's immune system strong.  A recent Swedish study found that having a daily probiotic drink cut workplace illness by 55%.  Kale, spinach, yams, pumpkin and carrots all provide us with vitamin A to help keep mucous membranes moist and healthy. 

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