Essential Fatty Acids
The most powerful chia seeds on the planet
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 […]
Boost your EFA intake
We all know that getting your omega-3s each day is important. But what makes it essential? What role does omega-6 play? Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs) are healthy fats we cannot make ourselves and must get from our food. Every cell, tissue, gland and organ is dependent upon them.
Omega-3 is known as alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) and […]
An in depth look at cod liver oil
There is a certain nostalgia and sentimentality that’s been associated with cod liver oil. It was the medicine of choice for many considering its long history of use dating back to the early 1700’s. As traditions were passed along, it’s no surprise our grandparents or even great grandparents used cod liver oil. Despite its health […]
Fish oil for longevity and aging
Do you lie about your age? It’s okay, we won’t tell. Most of us make attempts to stay young: we hide our wrinkles or deny having bouts of forgetfulness. However, despite our efforts to ignore aging, it happens everyday. In our brains, aging results in a slow loss of cognitive function, affecting both memory and […]
Fish oil for heart health
Heart health, while most prevalent in the month of February, is an essential part of living a long, healthy life, all year round. Although there are no Band-Aid fixes or magic pills to give you a strong heart, there are many ways you can take control of your health. One such factor that has been […]
Make a supreme choice
When it comes to nutritional supplements, perhaps no category has grown faster and become larger than that of omega-3 essential fatty acids. Backed by ever-increasing scientific support, omega-3’s have become the daily supplement of choice for Canadians wanting to support their cardiovascular and brain health. The primary source of omega-3 is fish oil, which is […]
Plant-sourced omega-3 high in EPA+DHA
Many people choose to supplement their diet with omega-3 as this type of fat has been associated with a variety of health benefits from the maintenance of good health to supporting normal brain and cardiovascular health. Omega-3 is an essential fatty acid, meaning we have to get them from the diet for good health, as […]
The science behind fish oil supplements
There are not many natural health products with more scientific validation than fish oils, with well over 7000 studies on their safety and efficacy for many health issues.
Omega 3 essential fatty acids (EFAs) are necessary fats that humans cannot manufacture, so we must get them through diet or supplementation. Omega-3 oils are only found in […]
Essential fats for good health
Omega-3 fatty acids receive a lot of attention from the scientific community on a regular basis, and with good reason. These fats have been found to have a positive impact on our overall health as they are found in the membranes of the cells in the body where they positively impact signal pathways, as well […]
Improve your memory and focus
Do you lie about your age? It’s okay, we won’t tell. Most of us make attempts to stay young: we hide our wrinkles or deny having bouts of forgetfulness. However, despite our efforts to ignore aging, it happens everyday. In our brains, aging results in a slow loss of cognitive function, affecting both memory and […]