Instead of using sugar to sweeten homemade lemonade, try using Smart Solutions raspberry flavoured Active Collagen instead! Active Collagen is sweetened with stevia leaf, which typically doesn’t raise blood sugar levels and is generally considered diabetic-friendly. Collagen is the most abundant protein in our body and is used as building block for bones, teeth, tendons, ligaments, and …
As of February 24, 2021, Health Canada increased the maximum amount for vitamin D supplements sold over-the-counter to 2,500 IU per dose for adults. The previous maximum was set at 1,000 IU per adult dose. The change was driven by an increasing amount of evidence to support the safety of allowing higher vitamin D limits. …
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Olive tapenade makes a lovely spread on crostini, or can be used as a topping for bruschetta, pasta, or baked potato. Olives are an excellent source of heart-healthy monounsaturated fat known for lowering LDL (bad cholesterol), while maintaining HDL (good cholesterol). Monounsaturated fat may help reduce blood pressure and lower the risk of heart disease. …
Garlic scapes are an early summer delicacy that add a mild garlic flavour to dishes. After many failed attempts to incorporate garlic scapes into various recipes, I finally have a recipe that I like and can confidently share! One of the mistakes I made early on is that I used bottom end of the scape, …
Aged garlic extract provides the same heart health benefits of fresh garlic, but without the strong garlic smell.
Learn about 6 natural remedies that can help strengthen the body’s resistance to a cold virus by boosting the immune system.
Sometimes there just aren’t enough hours in the day! Learn how to let go of tasks to free up time and allow for more balance.
Promising research reveals that nutrients found in turmeric could play a potential role in preventing Alzheimer’s disease.
Contrary to popular belief, heartburn is not caused by too much stomach acid but in fact too little.
What is NEM? NEM stands for Natural Eggshell Membrane. NEM helps to restore joint tissues to effectively address the cause
