⁣If you were to take care of a fish… the first thing you’d do is make sure the fish tank is clean.⠀
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No dirt…⠀
No algae….⠀
No toxins…. ⠀
And clean water ALWAYS….⠀
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You’d want the fish to live in the healthiest environment possible. Therefore, you would nurture it with the right foods and continuously clean out it’s tank to ensure it doesn’t get sick.⠀
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Imagine what would happen if we treated ourselves the same way. ⠀
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Imagine if we took care of our tanks (immune system) with the right foods, detoxed our environment by checking for mold, and eliminated products full of toxins.⠀
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If a fish’s tank isn’t clean….it will eventually suffer and get sick.⠀
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If our tank (immune system) isn’t strong and resilient...there’s a chance we might suffer and endure illness as well.⠀
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How are you taking care of your “tank?” If you think you might be in need of a few tips on how to build a strong and resilient immune system, then check out the link in my bio for more help.⠀
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Dr. Ann⠀
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⁣C0v!D looks very different for everyone.⠀
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For some patients, it results in mild flu-like symptoms or a loss of taste and/or smell.⠀
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For others however, particularly patients with previous underlying illnesses and conditions, it requires medical care due its effect on the lungs and overall immune system.⠀
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Regardless of whether or not you’ve had a severe or mild case of COV!D-19, it’s important to know the facts and how to properly nourish and care for your body post-COV!D. ⠀
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So, I wanted to take a few moments to share some questions to ask your Physician if you’ve been exposed to the virus to prevent any problems that might occur after exposure. (Make sure to save this list)⠀
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And if you’re looking to learn more about your post-c0v1d journey and tips to support you on it, check out the link in my bio.⠀
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❤️ Dr. Ann⠀
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⁣Zinc is a critical nutrient for the immune system, and one that those most at risk for COV!D-19, including the elderly, tend to be deficient in.⠀
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Zinc functions in both the innate (first line of defense) and adaptive immune systems and even suppresses viral attachment, playing a role in fighting respiratory infections. ⠀
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For these reasons, zinc is a key player (along with vitamin C) in the protocol used in COV!D-19 treatment.⠀
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What people aren’t aware of is that zinc also plays a role in our sense of taste.⠀
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When we are deficient in zinc we can’t taste our food as well and might go for more salty, sweet or processed options. Interestingly, a loss of taste and smell is a documented symptom of COV!D and in some cases is the first, or only, sign of the disease. ⠀
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To learn more about zinc, its role in COV!D and how to know whether or not you’re deficient, check out the link in my bio to read my blog post.⠀
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Dr. Ann⠀
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⁣Carrot cake never tasted so good (for you)! Gluten-free, dairy-free and grain-free, this recipe is easy to make, and paleo friendly. If you are looking for something to satisfy a sweet craving, these carrot cake bars are a smart choice. #smartsplurge⠀
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INGREDIENTS⠀
• 1 ½ cups almond flour⠀
• ½ tsp baking soda⠀
• ¼ tsp salt⠀
• 1 tsp cinnamon⠀
• 3 eggs⠀
• ¼ cup maple syrup or honey⠀
• 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted⠀
• 1 ½ cups shredded organic carrots⠀
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INSTRUCTIONS:⠀
Preheat oven to 350F. Grease an 8X8 baking dish and set aside. In a large bowl combine almond flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. In another bowl, whisk eggs with maple syrup. Add wet ingredients in with the dry until combined. Stir in carrots and oil. Pour into baking dish and bake for 25 minutes or until center is set. Cut into squares and serve with coconut whipped cream if desired.⠀
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Looking for more delicious and paleo-friendly recipes like this one? If so, check out the link in my bio!⠀
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