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Our immune health needs to be maintained year round, but this is even more important in the winter months as various illnesses travel around. Many of the supplements we take are applicable for all ages (such as vitamin C and microbacteria, both of which are reliable immune health supplements), albeit in differing strengths; however there are some nutrients and tips which are more beneficial for certain ages than others.

Did you know that the largest known organism on Earth is the mycelium of an Armillaria ostoyae (honey mushroom) in eastern Oregon? It covers an expanse of 890 hectares, and is more than 2,000 years old. Truly there are lessons to be learned in longevity and productivity from the magical mushrooms that surround us – no wonder then that more than 100 types are currently being studied to explore the possible benefits they could offer to us. Here are some of Evergreen's favourite fungi.

Do you feel like you are always tired even though you have had good night’s sleep? Don’t worry, you are not alone. Most of us know what it is like to be tired, especially when we have a cold, flu, or some other viral infection. But when you suffer from a constant lack of energy it may be wearing.

Sunshine and lockdown are not words that go together; however the recent sunshine has shown us that better things are coming at least, even it is only the weather for now. Although we are not out socialising as normal, it is still essential to look after our skin as we head towards summer. Here are some key tips and supplements from Evergreen Healthfoods.

The human ego loves to be in control and knowing what the outcomes of a situation are likely to be. This means, mentally, we find it very difficult living in periods of uncertainty such as what we are currently experiencing. Along with this, the bombardment of news we are receiving daily can cause a forced state of anxiety and stress.

As the majority of us are now working for home during the day and housebound in the evenings, it is vital that we try focus all of our energy on what is important for us to stay healthy - looking after our physical, mental, and immune wellbeing.

We hear a lot about protein, it seems to be everywhere. If you have just joined a gym, your personal trainer probably has advised you to take more protein. In the shops, you see snacks, chocolate bars, and milk with added protein options. Restaurants and cafes are offering high protein meals. So what is protein and why do we need it?

It has been about six weeks since we all vowed to be healthier in the New Year. The weather so far this year has made it a testing time for those committed to fitness, better nutrition, and other health-related goals.

The days are slowly getting shorter and we will soon find ourselves in the midst of winter, making it harder to escape the colds and flu going around. Here are a few of Evergreen’s top tips to support your immune health, and to help to keep colds and flu at bay.

Everyone has a few favourite independent stores in Galway that just make shopping so much more enjoyable. They might include some independent clothes shops, cafes, restaurants, butchers, fishmongers, greengrocers, or bookshops, the city is full of them. There is a knowledge, expertise, and friendly banter in these stores that you do not get in the big chains. One of these shops that makes shopping in Galway such a pleasure is undoubtedly Evergreen.