Buh-bye winter! As the thermometer rises, so do our energy levels! When Spring fever gets your body moving, protein supplements are a go-to, and people are increasingly turning to plant-based protein powders.
Protein doesn’t just help with fitness – it’s a daily essential that fuels every metabolic function in the body! Many products line store shelves: […]
Discomfort, swelling, and tenderness – three of the most common signs of joint pain. We’ve all experienced these tell-tale symptoms at one point or another, sometimes severely and other times briefly when walking or sitting. The first step in managing your joint pain naturally is to educate yourself on the wealth of treatments available. This […]
Your hair tells an important story. It tells a story about your overall health and nutritional status. Healthy, shiny hair is one indication of vibrant physical health, while thinning, brittle, dull and lifeless hair tells an entirely different story.
While you may think that your nutrient intake is adequate, the fact is that even suboptimal levels of […]
Salba is more than just a name. It literally defines the only two registered varieties of chia in the world—Sahi Alba 911 and Sahi Alba 912—for their consistent size, shape and off-the-charts nutritional quality. Any other chia seeds on the shelf are considered a wild crop, where the nutrition, and even species, can vary depending on […]
Childhood is a time of constant growth and development. Bones, teeth, skin, muscles, eyes and brains – the organs and body parts that will serve us throughout life – are being perfected. Nutrition plays a big part in proper development and vitamins, minerals and omega-3’s act as the essential building blocks.
Clearly, the best way for […]
Congratulations! You made it through the infamous Canadian winter. Time to ditch the mittens and toques for sneakers and shorts. This is the time of year when we’re coming out of our hygge cocoon and opening our eyes (for what feels like the first time ever) to warm sun and green grass.
Whilst enjoying mother nature’s […]
Spring is in full swing which typically means doing more of the things you love: gardening, biking, hiking, golfing and so much more. But with those added physical activities often comes increased muscle and joint pain, especially in the neck, shoulders, back and legs.
No one should let everyday aches and pains get in the way […]
You don’t pay much attention to your digestive system when it’s running smoothly. But once indigestion, bloating, gas, constipation, and diarrhea become part of your daily life, not only is it embarrassing, but it can lead to long term conditions such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Crohn’s Disease, Colitis, Candida, Leaky Gut Syndrome and more.
Let’s focus […]
Did you know that something as common as drinking a glass of water can disrupt your gut health?
While antibiotics are touted as one of the major reasons behind digestive issues, there are everyday common culprits (like chlorinated drinking water) that can hurt your gut, as well.
Keeping a tight leash on all possible triggers can be […]
For decades, scientists have known that the intestinal barrier can become compromised – more permeable than normal – in cases of gastrointestinal (GI) disease. The term “leaky gut” was popularized to describe the inability of the intestinal lining to maintain normal exclusion of unwanted material. Read on to learn more.
Your entire gastrointestinal (GI) tract, is […]
