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Everywhere you look in the grocery store, there is protein. From bread to ice cream, to the countless tubs of protein powder we see lining store shelves – protein is the “it” ingredient. The message is loud and clear that protein is part of a healthy diet, but if it’s poor quality, damaged, or full of artificial fillers, sweeteners and flavours, you won’t reap the health benefits. This is especially true of protein powder supplements, where most…

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“The most common health complaints I see in my practice pertain to digestion, energy, immune dysfunction, mood disorders and general low vitality. Before I begin treating any patient, I make sure that their diet is not only adequate for their particular lifestyle, but gives them the nutrients and nutritional makeup to support all the systems in the body, including any deficiencies or imbalances. In the fast paced culture which we all now live, it…

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According to the World Health Organization, probiotics are "live microorganisms" which when administered in adequate amounts confer a health benefit on the host. It is important to make the distinction between probiotic bacteria and other commensal bacteria that do not necessarily confer health benefits to the host. Probiotics should also be distinguished from live vaccines, fecal enemas, and genetically engineered bacteria using a probiotic plat…

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Many people believe in eating clean, organic food but they don’t pay attention to their personal care products. Think for a moment... Where does that lotion go after it soaks into your skin? Your body absorbs it and some of it also enters your bloodstream. When you eat foods contaminated with chemicals, your liver and kidneys work to flush away toxins to keep them from entering your bloodstream. Your body care products don’t get that lux…

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The world slows down just a bit on these hot, end-of-Summer afternoons. The rain no longer breaks the heat and steam reluctantly moves off the sidewalk in a sluggish breeze. By this point in summer, some days are starting to feel stagnant.Our bodies are moving sluggishly, too, so now is an important time to amp up our internal detox systems. Clear out unhealthy toxins, absorb more nutrients, and increase energy by completing a Fall detox!No…

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