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Weight Loss Supplements Achieve Your Weight Loss Goals with Quality Supplements in Canada Statistics from 2020 tell us that 1 in 4 Canadian adults (26.6 %) were living with obesity, while 36% were classified as overweight. Although the percentage of overweight adults remained about constant from 2015 to 2020, the percentage of obese adults increased by about two percentage points. This is alarming because obesity is a complex condition that poses many health risks, and increases your... [more]
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CoQ10 (Coenzyme Q10) Supplements What Is CoQ10? Coenzyme Q10 (or CoQ10) is an essential nutrient that functions like an antioxidant and is required by every single cell in the body. CoQ10 is involved in cell growth and maintenance, as well as protects our tissues from the effects of aging. CoQ10 is also responsible for generating energy in our cells (mitochondrial ATP production), as well as promoting optimal heart health. [more]
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Ginger Did you know that ginger is a part of the Zingiberaceae family, which also includes turmeric and cardamom? Indeed, ginger is a flowering plant native to Southeast Asia. Like other members of its plant family, it has been used for centuries as a spice and in traditional medicine. The part of the ginger plant that is most commonly used is the rhizome or underground stem. [more]
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BioSteel Biosteel set out to create the healthiest, most trusted sports nutrition supplements on the market, ensuring their formulas are made only with clean, honest and effective ingredients. Known for their popular “pink drink”, Biosteel offers sports drinks in a wide range of flavours, as well as premium hydration powders that provide electrolyte balance, whey and plant-based protein powders to maximize gains, recovery powders to support muscle recovery, plant based... [more]
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TEA There are many varieties of tea, all of which can be beneficial to your health like liver cleansing, constipation, antioxidant and cholesterol support, kidney function, stress and some are used as a sleep aid. High in anti-oxidants, green tea can be used to reduce the visible signs of aging, most commonly caused by free radical damage or oxidative stress. Teas are available as loose leaf tea, in bags and in powder formats and can be found with or without caffeine.
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Erythritol Sweetener Erythritol is a naturally-occurring organic compound of sugar alcohol (or polyol) that is widely used as a sugar substitute. Small quantities can be naturally found in fruits and mushrooms and can also be made from corn using enzymes and fermentation. Erythritol cannot be metabolized by the body and is the sugar substitute with the lowest calorie content of all sugar alcohols. [more]
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Poison Ivy Poison Ivy, Oak and Sumac are a family of plant found all over North America, most commonly in wooded areas. These plants all produce urushiol, a sap or resin that causes an allergic reaction or contact dermatitis when it comes in contact with skin. This results in severe itching and an often painful rash. Some individuals are more sensitive than others. [more]
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Probiotics Supplements Probiotics Explained: Boost Your Gut Health Did you know that diet, environment, stress, medication use, and genetics all affect the quality of our gut microbiome? Indeed, the microbiome refers to the collective community of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and other microbes, that live in and on the human body. [more]
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Matcha WHAT IS MATCHA? If you like green tea, you’re going to love matcha! Indeed, matcha is a concentrated powdered form of green tea that has been consumed for centuries in China and Japan. It’s also steadily been gaining in popularity over the last 10 or 20 years in our neck of the woods. So much so in fact, that matcha is now a regular menu item in tea and coffee houses throughout North America. [more]
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Castor Oil What Is Castor Oil? Castor oil is a vegetable oil produced by pressing the seeds of the castor plant (Ricinus communis). In terms of composition, castor oil is a triglyceride fatty acid and nearly 90% of its fatty acid substance is ricinoleic acid, an unsaturated omega-9 fatty acid. Other vital components include oleic acid and linoleic acid. [more]
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BCAAs WHAT ARE BRANCHED CHAIN AMINO ACIDS? Branched-chain AMINO ACIDS (most commonly referred to as BCAAs) have garnered a lot of attention in the last couple of decades as a MUST-HAVE sports supplement thanks to their ability to boost muscle building and accelerate post-exercise recovery. However, the potential benefits of BCAAs extend way beyond the gym. In fact, research shows they can help prevent muscle loss (catabolism), promote liver health, stimulate weight loss, and boost the... [more]
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Magnesium How Does Magnesium Help? You’ve probably heard that magnesium is critical for strong & healthy bones, but did you know that magnesium plays a role in every cell inside your body? Indeed, magnesium is essential to all living beings and is involved in over 300 biochemical reactions inside the body through its role as an enzymatic co-factor. Without magnesium, nerve and muscle impulse transmission becomes compromised, which directly impacts our nervous system. Magnesium... [more]
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Bee Supplements What Are Bee Supplements? As children, we learn that bees make honey and cows produce milk. In fact, a variety of children's books explain these incredible facts in great detail. However, we seldom hear about the other potent, nutrient-dense products that bees also produce, like bee pollen, beeswax, propolis, and royal jelly, many of which are powerful superfoods and all of which offer myriad impressive health benefits. Let’s take a look at each of these little... [more]
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Baby Care Products: Natural Bath & Skin Care What Are Natural Baby Products? Harsh chemicals, fragrances, and dyes in baby skin and body care products, and detergents can cause skin irritation, dryness, chafing, and painful rashes. Moreover, most conventional baby skin care products are jam-packed with other potentially harmful chemical ingredients, toxins, endocrine disruptors, and known carcinogens that can severely compromise a baby’s health.
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Bone Health Vitamins & Supplements What Is Bone Health? The human skeletal system comprises all of the bones and joints in the body. Within this system, each bone is a complex living organ made up of cells, protein fibres, and minerals. Our skeleton is the scaffolding that holds our bodies upright and protects the soft tissues that make up the rest of our bodies. [more]
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