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Haskap Berries With a long standing tradition of medicinal use in Japan, Haskap berries have strong medicinal properties and are grown wild and cultivated right here in Canada. https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/supplements/supplement-articles-haskap/ #HaskapBerries [more]
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Haskap Berries Haskap is the Japanese name for the plant Lonicera caerulea, also known as Edible Blue Honeysuckle. Haskap has been known as a longevity fruit in Japan for thousands of years. It's native to the northern boreal forests of Asia, North America and Europe. It's generally found in low lying wet areas or high in mountains. Farmers have been cultivating Haskap berries in Canada since the 50's and it's been found in the wild all across Canada, except for BC.
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High Cholesterol Cholesterol is an essential molecule in our bodies. Our body cells use cholesterol to support their cell membranes and some of the membrane-associated receptor molecules. Cholesterol is also used to make steroid hormones in the body. Some examples of steroid hormones are reproductive hormones such as estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, and the stress hormone cortisol. Because of this, it is essential to keep cholesterol in balance in the body.
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Isoleucine The amino acids that the body cannot produce, and need to be taken in through the diet, are called essential. Isoleucine is one of these amino acids. Isoleucine is also a member of the branched chain amino acid (BCAA) group, along with leucine and valine. BCAAs act as a fuel source for the muscle because they are the only amino acids that are broken down directly in muscle tissue. They prevent the muscle breakdown that normally occurs during strenuous exercise, resulting in... [more]
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Almond Oil What Is Almond Oil? Did you know that although typically lumped in with other tree nuts an almond is actually a fruit consisting of an outer hull and a hard shell with the seed inside known as a drupe? Just as interestingly, almonds come in both sweet and bitter varieties. However, sweet almonds are the ones we eat and are considered safe and healthy. On the other hand, bitter almonds contain toxic compounds known as cyanide precursors, to be exact.
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Alpha Lipoic Acid WHAT IS ALPHA LIPOIC ACID? ALPHA LIPOIC ACID (ALA) is a substance that is made in the body and is present in animal products like meat and organ meats, including liver and heart. ALA is also present in many plant foods like spinach, broccoli and potatoes. Of course, ALA can also be made synthetically in a lab for use in dietary supplements, which offer a much higher concentration of ALA.
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Rise Kombucha Rise, formulators of Canada’s top-selling kombucha with top favourite flavours; Lemongrass, Ginger, Hibiscus Rosehips, Blueberry Maple, Lychee and Jasmine and Orange and Turmeric. Rise is completely raw, organic and fermented to support digestive health and provide top quality kombucha. We used to carry Rise Kombucha and its associated products, but we no longer offer them. We are always looking for new and exciting products to bring to our customers. In the list below,... [more]
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Omega-3 Epa/Dha Essential fatty acids are called "essential" because they cannot be biosynthesized in sufficient amounts by the human body and have to be taken in through dietary sources to allow normal metabolism. The omega 3 fatty acids that humans require are: eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), and alpha-linolenic acid (ALA). The health benefits of Omega 3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA in particular, have been widely studied and are both numerous and... [more]
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Boron What Is Boron? Are you nearing or well into menopause and concerned about your bone and joint health? While a good calcium-magnesium supplement is beneficial, boron is another important mineral to consider. Boron supports the normal growth and renewal of your bones and muscles, which is an important aspect of your health to nurture during this life stage. Not as well-known as many of the other minerals, boron is essential for bone health and is considered a trace mineral because... [more]
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Best Vitamin Brands in Canada At National Nutrition, we're committed to offering you a wide selection of the best vitamin brands, and we are always researching to bring you the newest and best supplements in Canada. Below we will discuss factors to consider when selecting the right natural health brand for your needs, and we will also take an in-depth look at some of the best brands of vitamins in Canada - the supplements our customers know and love.
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Zeolite Clay - 100g Zeolite is a group of volcanic minerals from deep within the earth with a honeycomb structure, a rarity among minerals. They are highly negatively charged. The negative charge of Zeolite draws to it, positively charged toxins like heavy metals and pollutants. https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/harmonic-arts-zeolite-clay-100g.html #ZeoliteClay [more]
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Ashwaghanda Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is an Ayurvedic herb that is also known as Indian ginseng. Traditionally used as an adrenal and nervous system tonic, adaptogen, and immune modulator. Often recommended for anxiety, sexual dysfunction, neurologically degenerative conditions (Alzheimer's and Parkinson's), autoimmune diseases, and arthritis. Can be purchased as raw herb, liquid extract or tincture and encapsulated herb and can be found alone or in combination formulas for the... [more]
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Liposomal Curcumin WHAT IS LIPOSOMAL CURCUMIN? CURCUMIN has long been recognized for its medicinal properties and lately has garnered increasing interest from both the medical and scientific communities as an effective and safe natural anti-inflammatory and antioxidant. Unsurprisingly, curcumin supplements have multiplied over the last couple of decades, making them accessible, as well as has resulted in significant innovations in forms and delivery modes of curcumin.
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Seabuckthorn WHAT IS SEA BUCKTHORN? While the name may imply that it comes from the sea, SEA BUCKTHORN is a deciduous shrub in the Elaeagnaceae family, that produces berries that are edible and highly nutritious, though tart and bitter to the taste. Sea buckthorn berries are packed with antioxidants, as well as vitamins, carotenoids, phenolic compounds, and a wide range of fatty acids including Omega 3, 6, 7, and 9.
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Curcumin 95 WHAT IS CURCUMIN 95? CURCUMIN is a yellow pigment found in the root of turmeric (Curcuma longa) and has been extensively researched for its powerful anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antibacterial and antiviral properties. For all of its impressive health benefits, curcumin has very poor bioavailability, with studies suggesting that only about 2% of the curcumin consumed makes its way to our tissues. [more]
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