Nutrition Blogs

Kids going back to school always comes with a mix of emotions. Some excitement, a pinch of anxiety, a sense of novelty, maybe a sigh of relief from parents. New subjects, fresh school supplies, new clothes, new people… 2020 is a little different though. A little extra. Some of that anxiety might be cranked up […]

The human gastrointestinal tract (GIT) alone contains 1014 microorganisms including bacteria, viruses, and fungi.[1] That’s approximately 100 times more microbial cells than human cells, which shows how much of an impact they can have on human health.[2] The term to describe the range of microorganisms found in an environment is “microbiota.”[3] The environment in which the organisms live—in […]

Spring is coming; “All nature seems at work,” as the English poet Coleridge so aptly puts it. With its beauty and the promise of warmer weather looms the spectre of allergies for many.It’s a seasonal transition that can be frustrating for families and children ready to break the grip of cabin fever and enjoy “together […]

Mushrooms have been used medicinally for thousands of years, mainly due to the beneficial effects they confer on the immune system, nervous system, liver, and kidneys. Throughout China and Japan, mushrooms have long been a part of medicine, especially used as a tonic to support overall health. In recent years, medicinal mushrooms have gained popularity […]

Omega-3 fatty acids represent a group of special fats that the body needs as much as it needs vitamins or any other dietary nutrient. Unlike many of the critical compounds that the body requires to function properly and can produce itself, omega-3 fatty acids can only be acquired by dietary means.The presence of both these […]

Magnesium is one of the most underutilized macronutrients in our diets. Today’s soils are depleted. Magnesium helps individuals with diabetes. It activates insulin and increases insulin receptor sensitivity. It is very important for athletes, who have much higher requirements to keep muscles relaxed. Signs of magnesium deficiency/imbalance include muscle pain, muscle twitching, muscle spasms, migraines, […]

The importance of vitamin D has been thoroughly researched over the years to be critically important for our overall health. The body produces vitamin D naturally when our skin is exposed to sunlight. This is greatly reduced in the winter as well as in those who live in the Northern Hemisphere (Canadians) as the exposure […]

Oil of oregano is a potent antioxidant capable of scavenging free radicals and preventing cellular damage. It also has anti-inflammatory qualities, which can help reduce inflammation related to allergies and respiratory tract disorders such as coughs, asthma, croup, and bronchitis. Uses and Benefits Protects against infectious organisms, including bacteria, yeast, fungi and parasites. Provides antioxidant […]