12 Things Everyone Should Do More Often

(MindBodyGreen) By: Dr. Danielle Dowling

You probably already know the things that make up a good, healthy, happiness-filled life. (And you’re pretty sure it’s not Cheetos, checking email in bed, or gossiping.)

But we all need occasional (or even daily) reminders. And the good news is: you don’t have to do these things five times a day, every day to see a big shift in your life. Even just a few times a week or five minutes a day can make a big difference. Promise!

With that in mind, here are 12 things that all of us—myself very much included—should be doing more often.

Sunshine vitamin - A potent defense against deadly new tuberculosis strains

With antibiotic resistant tuberculosis superbugs on the rise around the world, natural remedies are increasingly important to combat the spread of this serious disease. Consuming adequate levels of vitamin D is crucial not only for a healthy immune system, but also to trigger production of antimicrobial peptides that specifically inhibit the bacterium. As an inexpensive and extremely effective defense, this humble vitamin should play a leading role in everyone's daily diet.

The rise of tuberculosis superbugs

As revealed in the Natural News article, "Health experts warn untreatable tuberculosis threatens world," dangerous new strains of the tuberculosis bacterium (TB) are becoming alarmingly more prevalent. Modern medical intervention may prove to be completely worthless in the near future due to the fact that 30 percent of new tuberculosis cases are antibiotic resistant TB (MDR) varieties. But we don't have to hide in our homes and hope we won't be exposed. Instead, a measure of preventative action can keep families and communities safe.

Gelatin: A protein rich superfood that conquers food allergies, insomnia, arthritis - plus much more

Back in the 1950s, Jello molds were all the rage in the United States and many of us have disturbing memories of these artificial creations. Certainly not consumed for health, Jello actually has a little known secret buried amongst the sugar and toxic dyes: When gelatin is pure, it's actually quite good for you. Strip away the additives and a powerful healing food is revealed.

Jump to the 1970s when people began to make the connection between plain gelatin consumption and lustrous hair, strong nails and healthy teeth. Take a step further into the present day and real food advocates have uncovered further benefits which grant gelatin a superfood status.