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Summer is a time of fun and frolic in the sun. It is also a time of poor eating, disrupted routines and travel. How do you still enjoy everything that summer has to offer and stay healthy doing so? These 5 tips can help.1. Eat healthy! Summer is a wonderful time to take advantage of all of the amazing produce Canada has to offer! Fresh fruits and vegetables are not only nourishing but they are filled with water to keep you hydrated. As always, wa…

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What is a Whole Food?A food is considered whole when it has not been processed, changed, or refined in any way. Whole foods include fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and animal products such as meat and eggs.In whole foods, there exists a natural balance of the three macromolecules: protein, carbohydrates, and fats. Although essential for our growth and survival, it is the micronutrients that we are more often depleted in since these are often…

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Learn how oil pulling with coconut oil promotes healthier teeth and gumsOil pulling with coconut oil is one of the best ways to achieve a healthier smile! It’s natural, it’s safe, and it requires minimal effortWhat is Oil Pulling?Oil pulling is an oral detoxification practice that has been around for literally thousands of years. It comes from Ayurvedic medicine, a traditional style of medicine developed in India many years ago. Ayurveda looks at…

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Unless you live under a rock, you have likely heard about probiotics. They are popping up everywhere, and for good reason. Research shows that friendly bacteria play a key role in the digestive system by improving gastrointestinal functions, enhancing immunity, helping to regulate hormone balance, protecting us from food-borne illnesses such as food poisoning, controlling overgrowth of bad bacteria and fungus, protecting us from developing allerg…

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