Supplements For Vegans
There are specific nutrients required
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Read moreAre There GMOs in Your Supplements? There’s no shortage of emphasis in healthy communities like Vancouver on eating local, organic and avoiding GMOs (Genetically Modified Organisms). What Are GMO’s? (And Why Is It Important to Know What They Are?) As previously stated, GMO stands for genetically modified organism and also goes by the names GE […]
Read moreIt’s almost the New Year, and you know what that means… Time for all of the “New Year, New You” resolutions. Whether you’re already a regular at the gym, new to it, or just trying to be more consistent, it never hurts to add a little boost. 1. Cellucor C4 Extreme Pre-Workout If you need […]
Read moreNutrition is incredibly important during childhood and prioritizing your child’s diet is paramount. No excuses! However, for some parents it can be difficult to accomplish on a consistent basis due to fussy eaters and busy schedules but nutritional gaps can also occur because of soil deficiencies, lack of variety in the diet and environmental factors. […]
Read moreYou’ve probably heard the warnings not to drink grapefruit juice with cholesterol medication. However, that isn’t the only combination of food and drugs to avoid. Grapefruit juice can interact with numerous other medications, both prescription and over-the-counter. And many other foods commonly interact with drugs, too.Steve Plogsted, BS, PharmD, BCNSP, CNSC, Steve Plogsted, BS, PharmD, […]
Read moreFood should be your first source of nutrients, including fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean protein, low-fat or fat-free dairy products, nuts, seeds, beans and healthy fats. Eating a balanced diet is the best way to get the nutrients your body needs, including protein, vitamins and minerals. If you are not eating a balanced diet, getting […]
Read moreYou’ve probably heard of prebiotics and probiotics, but do you know what they are? Nutrition research has pinpointed specific functional components of foods that may improve health, and prebiotics and probiotics are two such substances. Although they are available as dietary supplements, it is not necessary to use special pills, potions, cleanses or other concoctions […]
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