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DON’T WORRY, BE HAPPY Brittany Stam, M.D. Pg. 18

NUTRIENT POWER: FORTIFY YOUR DEFENCES Samuel Grief, M.D. Pg. 4

Are you in a B-12 DANGER ZONE? Pg. 8

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PURSUING WELLNESS

More ways to experience wellness!

Michael R. Ellison Founder of TriVita

10 ESSENTIALS FOR HEALTH AND WELLNESS Good health is a gift to be treasured and nurtured every day. TriVita joyfully shares these keys to helping you experience wellness: the 10 Essentials of physical, emotional and spiritual health.

PHYSICAL 1. Breathe Deeply 2. Drink Water 3. Sleep Peacefully 4. Eat Nutritiously 5. Enjoy Activity EMOTIONAL 6. Give and Receive Love 7. Be Forgiving 8. Practice Gratitude 9. Develop Acceptance SPIRITUAL 10. Develop a Relationship with God

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May your springtime be filled with enjoyment and great wellness!

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- Wellness FEATURES

TRIVITA’S HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS Scott Conard, M.D. Diplomate American Boards of Family Medicine & Integrative and Holistic Medicine.

Chief Medical Officer, TriVita, Inc.; President, TriVita Wellness Centers

William (Bill) Wheeler, Ph.D. With a Ph.D. in Nutrition, “Dr. Bill” Wheeler and his team have 30 years of experience formulating nutritional products. He serves as Senior Vice President of TriVita’s Formula/Manufacturing Services.

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UTRIENT POWER N Fortify your defences: Samuel Grief, M.D.

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RIVITA’S TESTING PROCESS T Extensive, uncompromising and reassuring.

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RE YOU IN A B-12 A DANGER ZONE? If you’re old enough to vote, you may be.

10 LOSING VITAL NUTRIENTS TO YOUR MEDICATIONS? How drugs and nutrients interact in the body.

13 HEALTHY WEIGHT, HEALTHY INFLAMMATION What wellness looks like.

16 KEEP POUNDS DOWN AS THE YEARS ADD UP Simple ways to stay youthfully trim: Eric Grief, M.D.

18 FOR YOUR HEART’S SAKE Don’t worry, be happy: Brittany Stam, M.D.

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MEDICAL & SCIENTIFIC ADVISORY BOARD

TriVita created a Medical and Scientific Advisory Board to assist our efforts in staying abreast of current scientific developments and to provide input on the latest, most effective testing methods.

Samuel N. Grief, M.D., CCFP, FCFP Named one of “Chicago’s Top Doctors” in 2012. Dr. Grief is medical director at the University of Illinois, USA. He is also chairman of TriVita’s Medical and Scientific Advisory Board. He received his medical degree from McGill University in Montreal, Quebec.

Jarir G. Nakouzi, M.D. An international consultant, Dr. Nakouzi completed his residency in the Yale University Program of Internal Medicine. His private practice takes an integrative approach to chronic diseases.

Tammy Pon, M.D. A functional medicine physician, Dr. Pon received her medical degree from the University of Texas in Houston, USA. She completed specialty training in healthy ageing.

Daniela Radulescu, M.D. Dr. Daniela Radulescu is a registered medical practitioner in New South Wales, Australia.

She holds an advanced degree in molecular genetics, and has been involved in clinical research for more than 10 years.

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Nutrient power:

fortify your defences

By Samuel Grief, M.D. As a family physician, too often I see patients who are sleep deprived, nutritionally challenged or stressed out. They are “running on empty” and don’t have an adequate reserve to fight off infections or sickness. The right nutrients can help—but first, we need to understand how the immune system works.

Dr. Grief is medical director at the University of Illinois, USA and chairman of TriVita’s Medical and Scientific Advisory Board. He received his medical degree from McGill University in Montreal, Quebec.

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ur immune system uses proteins called “antibodies” to attack and begin subduing foreign substances and invaders of our bodies. At the same time, inflammation brings the redness and swelling that occur in reaction to injury or infection. A person whose defence is weak won’t mount an inflammatory reaction strong enough to fight harmful agents.

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Ironically, people who are chronically ill with various disease processes will also be unable to produce a robust inflammatory response. The reason is that their immune systems are already being overworked due to chronic disease, which continuously taxes the immune system, causing chronic inflammation.

“You are what you eat” You can enhance your reserves, fortify your defenses and prevent chronic inflammation by minding the old adage “You are what you eat.”

Phytonutrients: Phytonutrients are nature’s anti-inflammatory champions. Examples of these plant-based, natural substances include berries, tomatoes, oranges, green leafy vegetables, mushrooms, cabbage and soy.

Carbohydrates: Limit consumption of white flour-based carbohydrates, especially white bread and most processed snack foods. Eat more whole grain, such as brown rice, bulgur wheat and quinoa.

Proteins: Eat as much vegetable protein as you like, especially from beans and soybeans. Lean fish and chicken, along with low-fat dairy and meat products, are all acceptable in moderation, depending on your preferences.

Fats: Certain types of fat will promote more inflammation than others.

However, olive oil and omega-3 fatty acids are good fats.

Supplements: Another popular way of reducing chronic inflammation is taking a multivitamin supplement.

When it comes to a strong immune system and keeping chronic inflammation at bay, it’s true: we are what we eat.

This article is intended for educational purposes only.

References: http://www.drweil.com/drw/u/ART02012/anti-inflammatory-diet http://www.webmd.com/food-recipes/anti-inflammatory-diet-road-to-good-health http://theadplan.com/alzheimersdietblog/foods-to-avoid/ how-to-prevent-chronic-disease-through-diet-part-1/ Libby, P, Nutrition Reviews, 2007; 65: 12.

Levine, B, Metabolic Syndrome and Cardiovascular Disease, Chapter 9 Inflammation (2012). Retrieved from http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/9781118480045.ch9/summar 18 0 0 -257- 5 3 8

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BEHIND THE LABEL

TriVita’s testing— extensive and reassuring

By William (Bill) Wheeler, Ph.D. As a valued TriVita Member, you have the right to expect healthy, safe supplements. You also want to be assured that every vitamin and nutrient on each TriVita product is accurately listed.

With a Ph.D. in Nutrition, “Dr. Bill” Wheeler and his team have 30 years of experience formulating nutritional products.

He serves as Senior Vice President of TriVita’s Formula/ Manufacturing Services.

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Comprehensive testing procedures Our manufacturers are thoroughly scrutinised before they get our business. We don’t allow shortcuts and each manufacturer must maintain accurate records and supply a certificate of analysis which verifies the quality and potency of each vitamin.

That certificate of analysis is verified by an independent third-party testing company which also tests for a wide variety of potential contaminants. If anything questionable is found, the entire batch is discarded. Additional tests ensure that each supplement has 100% of the vitamins and nutrients that are listed on the label.

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B-12 UPDATE

B-12 danger zone?

Who’s at risk If you’re old enough to vote, you may be suffering from a deficiency of a critical vitamin: B-12.

And even if you eat a healthy diet, you may not be absorbing enough B-12 from your food.1

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hile it used to be thought that only elderly people were in danger of a B-12 deficiency, science now knows that people as young as age 26 could be affected. This was the result of a Tufts University study, Boston, MA, USA, which examined 3,000 adults ages 26-83. Almost 40% of participants were deficient in B-12. Said Katherine Tucker, Ph.D., the lead researcher, “We saw a high prevalence of low B-12 even among the youngest group.”1 Since Vitamin B-12 plays a major role in keeping nerve and blood cells healthy, 8 | V I T A J O U R N A L

and is involved in DNA creation, a deficiency can seriously—sometimes permanently—damage your health (see box on next page).2 Diet alone doesn’t seem to be the key: The researchers found no link between B-12 levels and consumption of meat, poultry and fish—even though these foods supply the bulk of dietary B-12. “The vitamin isn’t getting absorbed,” said Dr. Tucker.1 Moved out of the “danger zone” by supplements While 20% of participants had gravely low levels of B-12, taking supplements moved more than half the group out Tr i V i t a . c o m

of the “danger zone.” The study was funded by the Agricultural Research Service of the U.S. Department of Agriculture.1 According to the U.S. National Institutes of Health, these factors can increase your risk of Vitamin B-12 deficiency:2 • Veganism • Vegetarianism • Pernicious anaemia • Celiac or Crohn’s disease • Gastrointestinal surgery

Healthy ageing begins with a B! B Vitamins: More than just an energy boost Essential for overall wellness and healthy ageing, B vitamins help support your brain, heart, nerves, bones, cells, cardiovascular system, emotional and mental health and more.

Vitamin B-12 deficiency may cause:2

• Fatigue • Weakness • Constipation • Loss of appetite • Weight loss • Megaloblastic anaemia • Balance problems • Depression • Confusion • Dementia • Poor memory • Numbness and tingling in the hands and feet

Certain medications can reduce the body’s ability to absorb B-12. These include: proton pump inhibitors, used for acid reflux and peptic ulcer disease; histamine H2 receptor antagonists used for peptic ulcer disease; chloramphenicol, an antibiotic; and metformin, a diabetes drug.2 References: 1 http://www.ars.usda.gov/is/pr/2000/000802.htm 2 http://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/VitaminB12-QuickFacts/ 18 0 0 -257- 5 3 8

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Losing nutrients

to your medications?

Medications can interact with nutrients and how they’re used in the body. For example, if you take acid-reducers, your levels of Vitamin B-12 and Vitamin D might drop.

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he table at right, generated in the U.S., samples some commonly-used drugs and the nutrient deficiencies that may result. If you have any concerns, check with your doctor or pharmacist.

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THE FOLLOWING TABLE SAMPLES SOME OF THE COMMONLY-USED DRUGS, BOTH PRESCRIPTION AND OVER-THE-COUNTER, AND THE NUTRIENT DEFICIENCIES THAT MAY RESULT. DRUGS (GENERIC NAMES/CLASSES)

NUTRIENTS POSSIBLY DEPLETED

Antacids/ulcer medications

Vitamin B-12; folic acid; Vitamin D; calcium; iron; zinc

Antibiotics

B Vitamins; Vitamin K

Tetracyclines

Calcium; magnesium; iron; Vitamin B-6; zinc

Anti-convulsants

Vitamin D; calcium; folic acid; biotin; carnitine; Vitamin B-12; Vitamin B-1; Vitamin K; copper; selenium; zinc

Anti-depressants

Vitamin B-12; coenzyme Q10

Anti-inflammatories Corticosteroids

Calcium; Vitamin D; magnesium; zinc; Vitamin C; Vitamin B-6; Vitamin B-12; folic acid; selenium; chromium

Non-steroidal antiinflammatory drugs & aspirin

Folic acid; Vitamin C; calcium; iron; Vitamin B-5

Anti-viral agents

Carnitine; copper; zinc/ Vitamin B-12; calcium; magnesium; potassium

Cardiovascular drugs Antihypertensives

Coenzyme Q10; Vitamin B-6; zinc; Vitamin B-1

ACE inhibitors

Zinc

Beta blockers

Coenzyme Q10

Cholesterol drugs (statins)

Coenzyme Q10; Vitamins A, B-12, D, E, K; folic acid; calcium

Diabetes drugs Metformin

Coenzyme Q10; Vitamin B-12; folic acid

Sulfonylureas

Coenzyme Q10

Diuretics

Calcium; magnesium; Vitamin B-1; Vitamin B-6; Vitamin C; zinc; coenzyme Q10; potassium; sodium; folic acid

Estrogen/hormone replacement

Vitamin B-6

Oral contraceptives

Folic acid; Vitamins B-1, B-2, B-3, B-6, B-12, C; magnesium; selenium; zinc

References: http://familydoctor.org/familydoctor/en/drugs-procedures-devices/over-the-counter/drug-nutrient-drug-supplement-interactions.printerview.all.html. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/pdffiles/HE/HE77600.pdf. http://www.spectracell.com/media/uploaded/d/0e2008063_document-306-prescription-depletions.pdf; and https://www.ramex.com/title.asp?id=1248.

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Anxiety on the rise?

Try sitting less

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ost people have heard the news: the unprecedented increase in time we spend sitting down—at work, in the car, at leisure—is taking a toll on our bodies.

Some call sitting “the new smoking.”

According to the World Health Organisation, physical inactivity is the fourth leading risk factor for global mortality, killing an estimated 3.2 million people annually.

But sitting’s detrimental effects aren’t all physical in nature: researchers from Deakin University in Burwood, Victoria say it can affect our mental health as well. In a review of nine studies, they found that the longer adults and children sit, the higher their risk of anxiety.

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pressures that we need to worry about. Anxiety has been linked to chronic diseases such as heart disease and cancer, so we need to identify ways to reduce the risk of this serious illness,” said lead researcher Dr. Megan Teychenne.

What’s a person to do? Although scientists say more research is needed to provide a clear understanding of the sitting/anxiety link, there are simple ways you can break up your sitting time.

At work, stand up or take a quick walk once an hour. At home, reduce the time you spend watching television or on digital devices. If you can’t miss your favourite show, get up and move during ad breaks.

References: http://www.who.int/topics/physical_activity/en/ http://www.deakin.edu.au/research/stories/2015/06/19/researchfinds-we-need-to-get-up-for-the-sake-of-our-mental-health The global epidemic of obesity means more than an increase in heart disease, high blood pressure and other grave health issues.

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Healthy weight, healthy inflammation: What wellness looks like Together, excess fat and inflammation are linked with Type 2 diabetes, heart disease, stroke, some types of cancer and osteoarthritis.1

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t seems that excess fat promotes high levels of inflammatory “messengers” called cytokines.

These cytokines trigger inflammation throughout the body. Researchers have concluded that achieving a healthy weight can help get inflammation under control, and reduce health risks worldwide.1 Weight loss makes a difference Losing at least 10% of body weight can not only reduce inflammation, but also increase the body’s fat-burning response. That’s what Irish researchers concluded, after reviewing several studies on the role of unhealthy fat cells in health. This obesity research “ultimately characterised obesity as a state of low-grade system inflammation,” the study said.2 Unhealthy fat actively harms us Until recently, unhealthy fat tissue (called “adipose” tissue in medicine), was thought to be no more than a 18 0 0 -257- 5 3 8

storage bin for unneeded energy: fat. Now, though, adipose tissue “is emerging as an active tissue in the regulation of physiological and pathological processes, including immunity and inflammation,” according to an article in the journal Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition.

Because adipose tissue releases chemicals that promote inflammation, excess weight threatens health with diseases such as Type 2 diabetes and heart disease. To help reduce weight and reduce unhealthy fat tissue, researchers advocate “optimal nutrition”: lots of fruits and vegetables, appropriate vitamins and minerals and low amounts of trans-fats and saturated fats.3 References: 1 http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3652163/ 2 http://journals.cambridge.org/action/displayAbstract?fromPage=online&aid=2943648&fileId=S0954422408138732 3 http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3819692/

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WEIGHING IN

The weigh to lasting weight loss – Ithaca, NY, USA Weighing yourself daily and tracking your progress may help you more effectively lose weight—and keep it off—according to a university study.

“It used to be taught that you shouldn’t weigh yourself daily, and this is just the reverse,” said senior author David Levitsky, professor of nutrition and psychology at Cornell University. The researchers believe that daily weigh-ins and tracking one’s weight reinforce weight-loss behaviours such as eating less and exercising. It “forces you to be aware of the connection between your eating and your weight. You just need a bathroom scale and an Excel spreadsheet or even a piece of graph paper.”1 Best laid (diet) plans and your metabolism – Phoenix, AZ, USA For those who cut calories with little resulting weight loss, metabolism may be to blame. Scientists at the Phoenix Epidemiology and Clinical Research Branch of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, found that those with a “thrifty” or slow metabolism, lost less weight on a calorie-restricted diet than those with a “spendthrift” or fast metabolism.

“The results corroborate the idea that some people who are obese may have to work harder to lose weight due to metabolic differences,” said lead author Martin Reinhardt, M.D. “But biology is not destiny. Balanced diet and regular physical activity over a long period can be very effective for weight loss.”2 References: 1 http://mediarelations.cornell.edu/2015/06/17/weighing-yourself-daily-can-tip-the-scale-in-your-favor/ 2 http://www.nih.gov/news/health/may2015/niddk-11.htm 14 | V I T A J O U R N A L

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ACHIEVING HEALTHY WEIGHT

Keep kilos down

as the years add up

By Eric Grief, M.D. Have you noticed your waistline expanding with age? This expansion results from gaining fat around your mid-section.

Fat accumulation usually means your body is releasing too much insulin, a protein released from the pancreas gland.

Unfortunately, in excessive amounts, insulin promotes the storage of fat.

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he solution lies in three simple things: the foods we eat, the timing of our food consumption and staying relaxed.

Eric Michael Grief, M.D., is a 20-year family physician based in Thornhill, Ontario, Canada. His book, “Get Diagnosed Fast!,” is available at Publish-America.com.

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1. The foods we eat All sugars are not equal. For example, drinking a glass of orange juice provides a boost of energy. This shortlived boost of sugar energy can cause your pancreas to overreact and release too much insulin. Unless you burn the sugar energy soon after drinking the juice, the juice can turn to fat! Consuming sugar earlier in Tr i V i t a . c o m

the day gives you the chance to use it for your activities.

Choosing foods and drink that keep sugar levels low is vital to losing fat around the mid-section. Some examples are fish, chicken, tofu, lentils, lean beef, avocado and most vegetables.

2. When we eat By eating small amounts frequently throughout the day, your body’s metabolic machinery can stay active.

On the other hand, if you skip breakfast, eat a small amount at noon and fill up later in the evening, this is a good way to gain fat around your mid-section.

Skipping breakfast leaves your body’s metabolic machinery in “sleep mode.”

Try to eat at least three hours before bed. If you do snack late, then choose a protein like a few almonds or some avocado and cucumber.

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3. Staying relaxed A restful sleep and a lowstress approach to life help to lose fat.

Sleep helps the gut release a chemical messenger called leptin, a hormone that turns off your appetite for food. Inadequate leptin levels can cause you to be too hungry and make it more difficult to choose food and drink wisely.

Relaxing exercise that stretches and opens up your body’s muscles and tissues helps you release fat better.

Deep breathing, gentle stretching movements and walking are all good.

This article is intended for educational purposes only.

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THE DOCTOR IS IN

Don’t worry, be happy: key to heart health

By Brittany Stam, M.D. The daily stress of life can wreak havoc on our bodies, including our hearts.

R Dr. Brittany Stam is an obstetrician/ gynecologist at MomDoc in Chandler, AZ, USA. She completed her residency at Staten Island (NY) University Hospital.

Dr. Stam practices both obstetrics and gynecology.

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esearch tells us that five psychosocial conditions have proven to be risk factors for heart disease.

These include depression, anxiety, personality factors and character traits, social isolation and chronic life stress.

Type D for “distressed” Multiple studies have shown that levels of certain inflammatory markers in the bloodstream are higher in people who have “Type D” (for “distressed”) personality.

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the walls and making them more susceptible to damage.

Stress also takes a toll on your heart by the behaviours brought on by stress. People under stress often turn to smoking and bad diet choices like processed foods. Both smoking and simple, highly-processed carbohydrates (sugar, flour and all the products made from them) are related to heart disease.

While there are many risk factors that we can’t control, such as age, menopause or family history, there are many more that we can. So start now.

Make a plan to stop smoking, eat a healthier diet, exercise and find ways to cope with stress. Your blood pressure will come down, you will decrease your risk of diabetes and your cholesterol will improve.

This article is intended for educational purposes only.

References: http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/GettingHealthy/StressManagement/FightStressWithHealthyHabits/Fight-Stress-with-Healthy-Habits_UCM_307992_Article.jsp Denollet, J. The Lancet, 1996; 347(8999); 417-21. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1994437/ http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/07/140706083939.htm http://www.statcan.gc.ca/pub/82-625-x/2014001/article/ 11896-eng.htm

10 habits to help your heart Stress can be so detrimental to our hearts that the American Heart Association devotes an entire section of its website to stress management.

It suggests these 10 healthy habits to protect your body—and your heart in particular—from the ravages of stress: • Talk with family and friends • Exercise • Embrace the things you are able to change • Remember to laugh • Give up bad habits • Slow down • Get enough sleep • Get organised • Practice giving back • Try not to worry

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FIT FOR WELLNESS

Exercise for a stronger

immune system

By Jolene Goring Want a great way to help your immune system fight off infections, as well as lower your risk of disease? Just boost your daily activity. That’s right: Exercise actually improves your immune system.

Jolene Goring, Fitness Director at the TriVita Wellness Center, is a best-selling author and expert in health and fitness. An 18-year veteran of the health/ fitness industry, she is a Board Certified Holistic Nutritionist.

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ny time that you are physically active, it raises your heart rate and pushes blood through your body. The fresh blood brings oxygen to the cells and pushes out the stale blood. This keeps your cells healthy and ready to fight off invaders like the flu virus your co-worker is spreading around the office.

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Staying strong against sickness There are three main ways that the body gets rid of toxins and waste: sweating, breathing and elimination (using the toilet). If the waste elimination channels are efficient, then the body can usually fight off the bugs. But if your body is congested, it will be much more susceptible to getting sick, because it has a harder time flushing out the cold or flu virus.

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3. De-stress. Physical activity helps our bodies let go of stress. And less stress means more energy available to fight off any “bugs” that may be lurking around you. *What is deep breathing? Sit or lie down. Breathe in for a count of three; hold it for a count of three; breathe out for a count of three; hold it for a count of three. As you get more comfortable, increase the counts to four, then five and finally six counts for an advanced breathing exercise.

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