Karen Asp

Got zinc? That may be the question of the moment, especially if you’re popping zinc supplements like candy in hopes of building your immune system. Yet immune function is a complicated topic, and while having the right amount of zinc on board could help prevent infections, takin…

If there’s one star that emerges from this pandemic, it might not just be Dr. Anthony Fauci but vitamin D. This nutrient has been making headlines during the COVID-19 crisis, namely because emerging research shows a link between vitamin D deficiency and the worst of COVID-1…

One thing about COVID-19 is clear: It’s not going away any time soon. And while experts are learning more about this virus every day, studies show that the majority of people who are hospitalized with COVID-19 have more than one underlying health condition
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Feeling a little lower on energy lately? Not able to focus as well? With the pandemic continuing to cause disruptions to everyday life, it’s little wonder. Your focus and attention are being pulled in so many different directions that the additional stress can easily zap your batteri…

Everybody’s routines have been disrupted as a result of the pandemic, including your eating habits. While you might be staying true to your plant-based approach, vegan junk food might be creeping into your diet, as you find yourself reaching into the pantry, just because...

COVID-19 might be raging right now, but even once this passes and a vaccine is developed, experts warn that there will be more viral outbreaks in the future. That’s why keeping that immune system as strong as possible is so important.
If you’re following a plant-based diet, that’s a start, and the go…

You’ve heard about the benefits of a plant-based diet, which is why you’re keen on making the transition. But behavior change isn’t easy, and no doubt you have a load of questions about eating plants. Below, experts address seven common questions that pop up when people make thi…

Dr. Joel Kahn, a plant-based cardiologist and a clinical professor of medicine at Wayne State University School of Medicine, shares his perfect healthy recipe for a smoothie packed with superfoods that provide the body with added benefits in every sip...

With the majority of the country staying at home, there’s never been a better time to focus on
your health. Strengthening your immune system can go a long way in helping you stay healthy, not just now, but going forward. Eating more plants is one thing you should do, but what else can…

The one question every vegan will tell you they get asked most is this: “Where do you get your protein?” That’s because Americans are obsessed with protein, to the point that it’s hurting their health. Take, for instance, a n…