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Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

by admin @ Vive Calgary Naturopathic Doctor

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a common condition that can affect a female’s fertility potential.  It can present symptomatically in each person in many different ways, such as weight gain, acne, hirsutism, irregular menstrual cycles, and infertility. Not all females with PCOS will present with multiple cysts on the ovaries, but all present with difficulties […]

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Cadence Chiropractic now offers Direct Billing

by Angela Pucci @ Cadence Therapy

You will be happy to know that Cadence Chiropractic, Sport & Health can now direct bill most insurance companies! Services such as Chiropractic, Massage Therapy and Acupuncture can be billed directly from us to: - Alberta Blue Cross - Chambers of Commerce - CINUP - Cowan - Desjardins - First Canadian Alliance - Great West Life - Industrial Alliance - Johnson Continue Reading

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Can probiotics cause heart palpitations?

Can probiotics cause heart palpitations?


Calgary First Aid

Heart palpitations that occur after using probiotics might be causing harm to the body. Learn more about the causes by reading here.

Intravenous Vitamin C in Integrative Cancer Care

by admin @ Vive Calgary Naturopathic Doctor

High Dose Intravenous Vitamin C and other complementary approaches to cancer care Patients Share Their Stories on Integrative Cancer Care Integrative approaches to cancer treatment, where conventional and complementary methods are combined, need better recognition for the incredible benefit they offer. Many of these approaches have been very well researched as they have been thoroughly […]

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Buy AOR vitamins and Supplements in Calgary

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Buy AOR vitamins and Supplements in Calgary

Where to find Advanced orthomolecular research or AOR brand supplements in Calgary. The Best Health Supplements In Canada Are Designed and Manufactured by AOR Advanced Orthomolecular Research (AOR) is a Canadian-based company with an established reputation as a leader in developing advanced, innovative, and research based supplements.

Buy AOR vitamins and Supplements in Calgary
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Your Probiotics Tour: Kimchi

Your Probiotics Tour: Kimchi


Wanderlust

The probiotics found in kimchi are essential to maintain a healthy gut.

Cold sweats

by corinne grace @ Calgary First Aid

Cold sweats are defined as abrupt episodes of sweating that is not triggered by heat or exertion. It is a bodily response to stress or the “fight or flight” response. The difference of cold sweats from regular sweating is the activity of the individual. One is likely to sweat after engaging in physical activity, but […]

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Welcome to My Kitchen

Welcome to My Kitchen

by Kyla Gallant-Sova @ Crave Health and Nutrition Inc. - My Kitchen Blog

Welcome to my kitchen! I am so excited for you to be here! To me, the kitchen is the centre of every home. Growing up it was always a hubbub of activity and excitement, providing nourishment both physical and emotional. In the kitchen is where I learned to make my first ever balanced meal (pork chops in a mushroom sauce with rice and some vegetable I cannot remember, which I think is pretty good for a 12 year old!), and where my family would support me through both my successes and my challenges. To me, the kitchen should be a supportive area in the home, where people are able to open up, try new things, and overcome barriers. That is why I want to open my kitchen up to you!

Can You Get Enough Calcium Without Dairy?

Can You Get Enough Calcium Without Dairy?

by Kate Chury, RD @ ThinkyBites - Content

Kate Chury, RD - Registered Dietitian, Calgary, Alberta. Most people are fairly aware that dairy is a great source of calcium but what about those that don't consume dairy? Can they, too, get sufficient dietary calcium?

Journey To Healthy Eating 2017 - July Edition

Journey To Healthy Eating 2017 - July Edition

by Kate Chury, RD @ ThinkyBites - Content

Kate Chury, RD. Registered Dietitian. Calgary, Alberta As the summer heat is upon us, I thought I’d focus on the often forgotten nutrient - water. This month is going to be all about hydration!

Life 9 - 30ct

Life 9 - 30ct


Young Living Essential Oils

Life 9™ is a probiotic supplement that combines 17 billion live cultures from 9 different beneficial bacteria strains. Probiotic benefits include promoting healthy digestion, gut health support, and overall immune system support.

Guide Health: Are probiotics as good as they claim?

by greg @ Country GuideGuide Health: Are probiotics as good as they claim? – Country Guide

Probiotics seem to be everywhere these days. You find them as capsules on store shelves and as ingredients in food products, and they’re even available through internet shopping. Probiotics are promoted for a wide variety of conditions, but the main use is “good intestinal health.” Your intestines contain more than 100 trillion (yes, trillion!) micro-organisms […] Read more

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Live and Dried Blood Analysis Offered at Vitamins First in SE Calgary

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Live and Dried Blood Analysis Offered at Vitamins First in SE Calgary

Live and Dried Blood Analysis in Calgary: Offered at Vitamins First [524 – 42 Ave SE location]  Let your body tell you how you’re nutritional and lifestyle choices are affecting your health.  Blood analysis provides insight into the condition of your cells, immunity, digestion, organ stress, nutrient

Live and Dried Blood Analysis Offered at Vitamins First in SE Calgary
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Proving the potential merit of probiotics in beef cattle

Proving the potential merit of probiotics in beef cattle


Canadian Cattlemen

Caution is the word for now from an Alberta intestinal health research group on products claimed to have prebiotic or probiotic activity to promote health

Can I Get Enough Iron On a Plant-Based Diet?

Can I Get Enough Iron On a Plant-Based Diet?

by Kate Chury, RD @ ThinkyBites - Content

Kate Chury, RD. Registered Dietitian. Calgary, Alberta. Is it possible to get enough iron from a vegetarian diet? Find out all about plant-based, non-heme iron, along with where to find it and how its best absorbed.   

Moderate Food Portions – 5 Reasons Why It Is Important

by Catherine Ormon @ Your ultimate health coach

Healthy, moderate food portions are important, even though we probably don’t spend much time thinking about it. Sometimes the portions we consume are formed by habit over a period of time. Consuming more food does not necessarily equal better nutrition or better health. I was very aware of the issue of moderate food portions, and ...read more

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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2018

by Shawn Lukacsy @ Frontier Performance / CrossFit 587

MAIN/COMP WOD In teams of 3 For Time: Crossfit triathlon 8000m Row [switch partners every 250m] 500 Double unders [switch partners every 50 DU] 250 Wall balls [switch every 20 WB] Teams may choose to switch earlier than stated above

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Pericarditis

by corinne grace @ Calgary First Aid

Pericarditis is defined as inflammation of the pericardium. Generally, the condition is acute since it arises abruptly and can last for several months. It eventually settles after 3 months but episodes can come and go for years. If diagnosed with the condition, the membrane bordering the heart is reddened and swollen. Oftentimes, there is excess […]

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Support Your Liver This Holiday Season

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Support Your Liver This Holiday Season

We look forward to the Christmas season all year long as a time of gathering with family and friends to brighten the darkest time of the year. However the rich foods, sugar, salt and alcohol that are also a part of the holiday season can take a

Support Your Liver This Holiday Season
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Renew Life Ultimate Flora Probiotic Critical Care 20.00 pack

Renew Life Ultimate Flora Probiotic Critical Care 20.00 pack


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Renew Life Ultimate Flora Probiotic Critical Care

Pita Wrap Bread – Gluten Free

by Catherine Ormon @ Your ultimate health coach

This is a recipe by Jennafer Ashley that my husband found on a paleo website.  Arrowroot, the main ingredient, is quite unusual and is very healthy.  Arrowroot is loaded with vitamins and minerals, protein and a form of starch that helps maintain your body’s healthy pH balance. I have adjusted Jennafer’s recipe slightly, labelled as ...read more

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Nutritional Supplements | Cambrian Pharmacy

Nutritional Supplements | Cambrian Pharmacy


Cambrian Pharmacy

Nutritional Supplements Cambrian Pharmacy carries a number of different lines of top quality vitamins and supplements. We also carry a variety of professional lines of vitamins and supplements not found in most pharmacies and retail supplement stores:   AOR A.Vogel Align Ascenta – NutraSea Baby D Drops Bioclinic Naturals BioGaia Bio K + Biomed BioSil BioSteel …

Online Diet Groups: Diet Cults, Bad Advice and Woo

Online Diet Groups: Diet Cults, Bad Advice and Woo

by Kate Chury, RD @ ThinkyBites - Content

Kate Chury, RD. Registered Dietitian. Calgary, Alberta.  Ever wondered if online diet groups are helpful? After reading this, you may think twice about taking all the information you learn from them at face value. 

Do I Really Need 8 Cups of Water Per Day?

Do I Really Need 8 Cups of Water Per Day?

by Kate Chury, RD @ ThinkyBites - Content

Kate Chury, RD. Registered Dietitian. Calgary, Alberta. Do you really need to drink 8 cups of water each day to stay adequately hydrated? Is this advice fact or fiction? 

Kefir - 8 Reasons Why It Is Such a Healthy Beverage - Your ultimate health coach

Kefir - 8 Reasons Why It Is Such a Healthy Beverage - Your ultimate health coach


Your ultimate health coach

Kefir (pronounced kee-fer) is a fermented beverage that can be made with various liquids such as milk, coconut milk, water or coconut water.  Its main claim to fame is that it is rich in probiotics, and it is very beneficial for the digestive system. While doing some research I found plenty of other good reasons ...read more

Christmas Holiday Hours

by Michael Kalmanovitch @ Earth's General Store

Here are our Christmas Holiday Hours from now to January 2nd, 2018 Christmas/Holiday Hours: Sunday, December 24th, 2017 (Christmas Eve) 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Monday, December 25th (Christmas Day) Closed – Have a very enjoyable day Tuesday, December 25th, 2017 (Boxing Day) 9:00 am – 8:00 pm Sunday, December 31st, 2017 (New Year’s Eve) 9:00 am […]

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Sports Drinks: Are They Necessary?

Sports Drinks: Are They Necessary?

by Kate Chury, RD @ ThinkyBites - Content

Kate Chury, RD. Registered Dietitian. Calgary, Alberta Do those of us who are not elite athletes or those of us who are not training for hours on end really need to consume sports drinks to stay hydrated?   

Proving the potential of probiotics in beef cattle

by undefined @ Canadian CattlemenProving the potential of probiotics in beef cattle – Canadian Cattlemen

Caution is the word for now from an Alberta intestinal health research group on products claimed to have prebiotic or probiotic activity to promote health benefits for people and livestock. Use of these products won’t harm cattle or people. The worst that could happen from a production standpoint is that they will increase costs with […] Read more

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From calf to calf, minerals help you get there

by greg @ Canadian CattlemenCanadian Cattlemen

Minerals are an essential part of a nutritionally balanced diet for beef cows. Unfortunately they are also a part of the diet that is overlooked due to the small inclusion rate. Those small inclusions are necessary to keep a cow running efficiently, making her capable of producing healthy, lively calves. The economics Minerals, such as […] Read more

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Ondansetron and probiotics in the management of pediatric... : Current Opinion in Gastroenterology

Ondansetron and probiotics in the management of pediatric... : Current Opinion in Gastroenterology


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t the latest evidence regarding the use of these agents in children with AGE in developed countries.Recent findings Single-dose oral ondansetron is effective and safe in reducing hospital admissions and the use of intravenous rehydration in children with AGE in emergency-department-based trials. Ondansetron use has increased significantly; however, ‘real-world’ studies of effectiveness have documented less impressive clinical impacts. Similarly, probiotic consumption is growing rapidly. Although several strains appear to reduce the duration of diarrhea in hospitalized children, current data are insufficient to support the routine use of probiotics in outpatient pediatric AGE.Summary Ondansetron and probiotics may improve patient outcomes in pediatric AGE. Appropriate strategies are needed to optimally integrate oral ondansetron into clinical practice to maximize its potential benefits. Although probiotics remain a promising option, there are challenges in generalizing the data available to patients presenting for outpatient care. Large randomized controlled trials are needed to definitively guide the clinical use of probiotics in outpatients in developed countries....

SILVER LINING™, a unique blend of prebiotic, probiotics and digestive enzymes

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SILVER LINING™, a unique blend of prebiotic, probiotics and digestive enzymes

In today’s fast-paced society, most diets are unbalanced.  And in the holiday season, even more so! We eat on the go, chewing too fast and too little. For many, mineral and vitamin consumption is low and the foods we eat have been highly processed, hampering our body’s

SILVER LINING™, a unique blend of prebiotic, probiotics and digestive enzymes
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Stroke and Nutrition – Is There a Connection?

by Catherine Ormon @ Your ultimate health coach

  (Part 2 of 2 Articles) Medical statistics about strokes and their cause has been gathered from around the globe. These stats tell us that heart disease and stroke are the two leading causes of death worldwide. The National Stroke Association estimates that up to 80% of strokes can be prevented. A shocking statistic!  So ...read more

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Nude swim at public pool proceeds despite controversy over original event

Nude swim at public pool proceeds despite controversy over original event

by @ CTV News - Calgary

A naked pool party that was originally postponed after the city cited safety concerns went ahead at a public pool in Calgary on Sunday.

Journey To Healthy Eating Challenge 2017: October Edition

Journey To Healthy Eating Challenge 2017: October Edition

by Kate Chury, RD @ ThinkyBites - Content

Kate Chury, RD. Registered Dietitian. Calgary, Alberta. This month's healthy eating challenge focuses on getting enough dietary iron. For many iron is not a problem but there are certain groups of people that do find it difficult to obtain this blood building nutrient. Find out who is most at risk and which foods are best to combate low iron. 

5 Tips To Meal Prep Like A Pro

by Mandy King, CNP, Holistic Nutritionist @ Genuine Health

With the New Year in full swing, it’s the perfect time to implement some new, healthy habits. Rather than jump […]

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Moose Jaw says ‘yes’ to cannabis stores

Moose Jaw says ‘yes’ to cannabis stores

by Colton Praill @

In an abnormally crowded city council meeting, the city of Moose Jaw unanimously passed a motion to allow the allocation of two cannabis retail outlet permits.

Lethbridge man faces attempted murder charges after parents stabbed in their sleep

Lethbridge man faces attempted murder charges after parents stabbed in their sleep

by @ CTV News - Calgary

An unidentified 28-year-old man from Lethbridge has been charged in connection with an attack on his parents in their home in the early morning hours of Sunday, February 11.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2018

by Shawn Lukacsy @ Frontier Performance / CrossFit 587

GYMNASTICS A) Beat Swings 10 X 4 B) Strict Pull Ups (weighted if able) BW+10/5 KG max reps 75% X 3 C) Kipping/Butterfly Pull Up 10-12 X 3 D) Coaches Choice WOD (8-10 MINS) Accessory Work E1) 1-arm DB/KB Bench... Read more »

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Probiotics by Vitality Nutrition - Frontier Performance / CrossFit 587

Probiotics by Vitality Nutrition - Frontier Performance / CrossFit 587


Frontier Performance / CrossFit 587

THE IMPORTANCE OF PROBIOTICS by Vitality Nurtition Billions of friendly bacteria live in our digestive tract and each of us has a bacterial flora that may be as unique as fingerprints. Friendly bacteria help us digest our food and absorb... Read more »

Journey To Healthy Eating Challenge 2017: September Edition

Journey To Healthy Eating Challenge 2017: September Edition

by Kate Chury, RD @ ThinkyBites - Content

Kate Chury, RD. Registered Dietitian. Calgary, Alberta. The month of September is all about getting organized and starting to meal plan. 

Panda habitat at heart of Calgary Zoo prepares for spring opening

Panda habitat at heart of Calgary Zoo prepares for spring opening

by @ CTV News - Calgary

A new exhibit that was built to house four giant pandas from China will open in May and officials say Panda Passage is the most unique animal habitat they have ever created.

Journey To Healthy Eating 2017: December Edition

Journey To Healthy Eating 2017: December Edition

by Kate Chury, RD @ ThinkyBites - Content

Kate Chury, RD. Registered Dietitian. Calgary, Alberta.  In this final month of the year-long Journey to Healthy Eating Challenge, we look inward and focus on mindful eating. Could you be eating more mindfully? Follow along to find out...

Do cattle feel pain the same way we do?

by undefined @ Canadian CattlemenCanadian Cattlemen

A number of times over the years I have been asked the question “do cattle feel pain the same way we do?” To answer the question, it’s important to understand a little bit about pain physiology. When a pain stimulus is administered to an animal (for example, you pinch the claw on the hind leg […] Read more

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Gut Bacteria and Naturopathic Medicine - Vive Calgary Naturopathic Doctor

Gut Bacteria and Naturopathic Medicine - Vive Calgary Naturopathic Doctor


Vive Calgary Naturopathic Doctor

Information on Gut Bacteria and Naturopathic Medicine. Vive Health offers solutions to your health concerns. Make your appointment today!

Nutrition for Dance Competition

Nutrition for Dance Competition

by Kyla Gallant-Sova @ Crave Health and Nutrition Inc. - My Kitchen Blog

Well it’s that my favourite time of year again... Dance competition season!! Many of you may or may not know that when I am not spending my time counseling clients, educating groups or developing recipes, I can usually be found in a dance studio. Dance was my first love, my first career and the reason why I got into nutrition in the first place. I am passionate about helping dancers strive for their personal best, whether it means fine-tuning their ballet technique or fueling their body adequately for a long and jam-packed day at competition. Nutrition can play a very important role in a dancer’s journey to success and here are a few tips and tricks to help you achieve your very best!

Christmas Message from Vitamins First

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Christmas Message from Vitamins First

As 2017 draws to a close, we want to take a few moments to reflect on this past year and most importantly to say thank you for being part of the Vitamins First community. We are all on a personal health journey, learning to take better care

Christmas Message from Vitamins First
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A Dietitian's International Ironman Experience

A Dietitian's International Ironman Experience

by Kyla Gallant-Sova @ Crave Health and Nutrition Inc. - My Kitchen Blog

Ok so first things first... I am not the Ironman here. Dance is and always will be my physical activity of choice. However, this was my fiancé's third ironman, and first in a foreign country, so the experience was a little different than what we are used to. Fueling for endurance activities can be tricky to nail to begin with, so adding on travel itineraries, border restrictions, foreign products, and limited ability to meal prep can really get in the way of proper nutrition. Here is our experience of road tripping from Alberta to California, and attending the inaugural Santa Rosa Ironman event. 

For food and ag startups

by greg @ Country GuideCountry Guide

The title is certainly impressive. Manuel Gonzalez Guzman is managing director, global head of banking for food startup innovation and Rabobank’s Banking for Food Inspiration Centre. Rabobank after all is one of the world’s largest banks with over $750 billion in assets, all of it focused on the food, agribusiness and beverage industry. Equally impressive, […] Read more

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Women’s Health Matters

Women’s Health Matters

by Nancy Duarte @ Natural Factors

You’re invited! Join Dr. Kate Rhéaume, ND, along with an expert panel of the top natural health specialists at the upcoming Women’s Health Matters lecture series focusing on women’s health. Learn about the various topics on women’s health including stress, menopause, hormones, nutrition and digestion. Dr. Rhéaume graduated from McMaster University and completed her professional training at the Canadian College of more...

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Avoid recycled paradigms when it comes to soil

by undefined @ Canadian CattlemenCanadian Cattlemen

How do plants grow? This might seem like a pretty simple and harmless question, but Jean Baptista Van Helmont was curious about this so he did a pretty basic experiment to find out. The downside to his experiment was that he was arrested for it! Here is what he did in his own words: “I […] Read more

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Introducing RHOZIVA EDGE

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Introducing RHOZIVA EDGE

Introducing RHOZIVA EDGE • Boost energy • Increase endurance • Improve stamina • Enhance libido • Notice results in 1-6 days • More extracted active compounds than other Rhodiola products • Proudly made in Canada • Safe for men and woman “More physical and mental energy, strength

Introducing RHOZIVA EDGE
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What can go wrong with swath grazing?

by undefined @ Canadian CattlemenCanadian Cattlemen

I am a big fan of speakers at conferences that tell you about all the stuff that went wrong. I would rather learn from someone else’s mistakes than my own. I already have far too many “learning experience’s” here at Greener Pastures Ranching. Too many of the speakers explain how easy and trouble-free their particular […] Read more

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Florastor Daily Probiotic Supplement 20.00 pack

Florastor Daily Probiotic Supplement 20.00 pack


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Florastor Daily Probiotic Supplement

GUEST POST - The Pros of Probiotics

GUEST POST - The Pros of Probiotics

by Kyla Gallant-Sova @ Crave Health and Nutrition Inc. - My Kitchen Blog

Hi! I'm Taylor. I am a Nutrition student at the University of Alberta, as well as an aspiring Registered Dietitian!  I love cooking up new healthy recipes, or trying new sporting activities such as yoga, kickboxing, or spin classes. I believe that healthy living should be exciting and fun, not something that makes people feel deprived of the good things in life. When you realize that food has the power to improve mental health, enhance your energy, change your mood, and increase your overall happiness, the way you think about the contents of your diet changes and this is something that I aspire to instill in others! The Pros of Probiotics Probiotics are the latest rage in the nutrition world right now, popping up in magazines, books, and the news, but many people do not actually know what they are or how they impact health. When I started to learn about probiotics and their benefits in some of my classes, I decided that I wanted to share the information that I learned with the rest of you as probiotics can have many positive benefits for our health! I also wanted to share some of the yummy probiotic products that I have found. 

Prebiotics and Probiotics, Good Allies!

by NOVA Probiotics @ NOVA Probiotics

  Prebiotics are non-digestible soluble fibers that stimulate the growth and multiplication of the beneficial bacteria in the gut. They are mainly used to fuel the probiotics and ease bowel movements. However, prebiotics have many other good characteristics, which explains why NOVA has prebiotic included in each of its formula:   They work as anti-carcinogens: When...

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Using murine colitis models to analyze probiotics–host interactions | FEMS Microbiology Reviews | Oxford Academic

Using murine colitis models to analyze probiotics–host interactions | FEMS Microbiology Reviews | Oxford Academic


OUP Academic

Probiotics are defined as ‘live microorganisms which when administered in adequate amounts confer a health benefit on the host’. So, to consider a microorganism as a probiotic, a demonstrable beneficial effect on the health host should be shown as well as an adequate defined safety status and the capacity to survive transit through the gastrointestinal tract and to storage conditions. In this review, we present an overview of the murine colitis models currently employed to test the beneficial effect of the probiotic strains as well as an overview of the probiotics already tested. Our aim is to highlight both the importance of the adequate selection of the animal model to test the potential probiotic strains and of the value of the knowledge generated by these in vivo tests.

Journey To Healthy Eating 2017: August Edition

Journey To Healthy Eating 2017: August Edition

by Kate Chury, RD @ ThinkyBites - Content

Kate Chury, RD. Registered Dietitian. Calgary, Alberta. This month we focus on Omega-3 fats - why we need them and how to get enough.     

Overview on bursitis

by corinne grace @ Calgary First Aid

Bursitis is defined as swelling of the bursa or small fluid sac. The bursa is responsible for cushioning and lubricating areas where ligaments, tendons, muscles, skin or bones rub against each other. Individuals who engage in activities with repeated movements place continuous pressure on the joints face a higher risk for ending up with bursitis. […]

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Canmore mayor to join Nenshi in PyeongChang as part of bid exploration delegation

Canmore mayor to join Nenshi in PyeongChang as part of bid exploration delegation

by @ CTV News - Calgary

As the City of Calgary continues to weigh the value of a potential bid to host the 2026 Olympic Winter Games, the Town of Canmore is asking its residents to offer input on what role the Bow Valley community should play should Calgary throws its hat in the ring.

Maternal perspectives on the use of probiotics in infants: a cross-sectional survey

Maternal perspectives on the use of probiotics in infants: a cross-sectional survey


BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine

Probiotic products that may modify the intestinal microbiota are becoming increasingly available and known to consumers due to their potential to prevent or treat many pediatric health conditions. As scientific knowledge of the health benefits of probiotics increases, it is important to identify factors that may prevent their successful integration into patient care as well as to ensure effective translation of research findings. The aim of this study was to describe maternal perspectives on probiotics and their use in infants. Mothers with a child aged two years or younger enrolled in the Alberta Pregnancy Outcomes and Nutrition (APrON) study were invited by email to complete a 29 item self-administered web-based questionnaire. A total of 413 mothers of the 1327 contacted completed the questionnaire. The majority (99.3%) of respondents had heard of probiotics and were aware that they contained live bacteria (87.0%); 89.3% had used a product containing probiotics themselves but only 50.8% had given one to their infant. Most mothers indicated they believed that probiotics were beneficial (73.1%) and none thought they were harmful. Over a third of mothers did not feel informed enough to make a decision on whether probiotics were safe to use in infants (36.6%). The study demonstrates that awareness and understanding of probiotics is high among mothers in Alberta, Canada. However, there is still uncertainty regarding the benefit of probiotics as well as safety in infants which could be important factors determining therapeutic use in the future. Further studies that demonstrate beneficial effects and safety of probiotics in healthy infants as well as targeted knowledge translation should help to address these potential concerns.

Find A Store Near You |

Find A Store Near You |


NOVA Probiotics

Use the NOVA Store Locator by searching or navigating the map to find a Store near you.

Wasp sting

by corinne grace @ Calgary First Aid

A wasp sting can be quite painful and even trigger an allergic reaction in some individuals. A sting can occur after exposure to the wasps. Most species of wasps are normally aggressive and deliver a sting on slight provocation. It is vital to bear in mind that the venom of wasps is alkali-based in composition […]

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Healthy Menopause

by admin @ Vive Calgary Naturopathic Doctor

Hormone balance plays a life-long role in everyone’s lives but becomes particularly prominent when a woman transitions into menopause.  From hot flashes and night sweats to mood changes, a woman can experience a myriad of symptoms related to abrupt or inconsistent changes in hormone levels. Although these symptoms may appear a normal part of ‘transitioning’, […]

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Guide Health: Rushing to get to the bathroom

by greg @ Country GuideCountry Guide

If you rush to the bathroom, but don’t quite make it, you are not alone. About 3.3 million Canadians experience some degree of incontinence, although even this is only an estimate because many people don’t admit to incontinence or just accept it as a normal part of aging. The two most common types of incontinence […] Read more

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Pest Patrol: Control of Canada fleabane

by greg @ Country GuideCountry Guide

Q: Canada fleabane has shown up in various places on our farm this year. I assume it is glyphosate resistant. Do I have any other options for soybeans other than Xtend beans? A: Yes, research conducted by the University of Guelph (Ridgetown Campus) has shown that the addition of Eragon LQ (30 ml/acre) + Sencor […] Read more

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Police seek information on missing man’s whereabouts nearly two years after disappearance

Police seek information on missing man’s whereabouts nearly two years after disappearance

by @ CTV News - Calgary

The Calgary Police Service is asking for help from the public as the search for 33-year-old James Robert Ewart continues.

Leftovers Re-Imagined: 10 Ways to Transform Leftover Meals

Leftovers Re-Imagined: 10 Ways to Transform Leftover Meals

by Kate Chury, RD @ ThinkyBites - Content

Kate Chury, RD. Registered Dietitian. Calgary, Alberta. Leftovers get a bad rap. It doesn’t have to be that way, though. It really doesn’t. While some leftovers get better with age, others can be transformed into new and dare I say, better, creations. That’s what I’m here to talk about today - reinventing or re-imagining our leftovers. 

What You Need To Know About IT Band Syndrome

by Angela Pucci @ Cadence Therapy

Many running injuries primarily plague novice runners, but IT Band Syndrome has sidelined even the most experienced, long-term runners and is one of the most common overuse injuries. If you want to learn about the function of the IT band, the common causes and symptoms, and prevention techniques for IT Band Syndrome, read on! What Is the IT Band? The Continue Reading

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6 Science-Backed Ways To Lower Blood Pressure With Diet

6 Science-Backed Ways To Lower Blood Pressure With Diet

by Kate Chury, RD @ ThinkyBites - Content

Kate Chury, RD. Registered Dietitian. Calgary, Alberta. Did you know that there are steps you can take to lower blood pressure through diet? Check out these 6 foods proven to have blood pressure-lowering effects...

Calf health closely tied to cow nutrition

by undefined @ Canadian CattlemenCanadian Cattlemen

Many cows came home in 2017 from pastures parched by drought for much of the grazing season. Without proper supplementation of brood cows through the rest of their gestation, vitamin and mineral deficiencies will show up as health issues next spring with economic consequences that often persist for several more. It is well established that […] Read more

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Probiotic Yogurts: Effective or Not?

by NOVA Probiotics @ NOVA Probiotics

  Most yogurts that are sold in supermarkets today are pasteurized, meaning all the live bacteria originally inside were killed through this process. Yogurts that contain probiotics have these probiotics added to them after pasteurization. Make sure these yogurts always say they contain “live and active cultures”, as probiotics are not efficient when dead. Also,...

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Sublingual Immunotherapy

by admin @ Vive Calgary Naturopathic Doctor

Treating allergies easily and effectively with Sublingual Immunotherapy Allergies are very frustrating.  Symptoms are uncomfortable, they impact our energy and impair our minds.  Who wouldn’t want to get rid of them entirely? The good news is that SLIT (sublingual immunotherapy) can put you on the right path to banish allergies forever.  SLIT has been extensively […]

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The Best Dessert EVER – Only 3 Ingredients!

by Catherine Ormon @ Your ultimate health coach

  Oh, sweet Christmas! This is the time of year when sweets and decadent desserts abound.  Making healthy choices and maintaining balanced blood sugar during Christmas celebrations is tricky at best.  There is a great solution! It can be found in The Best Dessert EVER – Only 3 Ingredients, and how it benefits blood sugar ...read more

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Crispy Parmesan Cauliflower Bites

by Catherine Ormon @ Your ultimate health coach

This recipe is my variation of a neat vegan recipe from the folks at That Sugar Film.  Cauliflower is such a nutritious vegetable, and it has a very neutral mild taste – which makes it very versatile. These bites will go great with a casual meal or they can be eaten as a healthy snack. ...read more

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Pepsi is Buying into Probiotics – Earth's General Store

Pepsi is Buying into Probiotics – Earth's General Store


Earth's General Store

Pepsi is buying into Probiotics with its latest acquisition of fermented beverage producer KeVita. Our stores will no longer carry this brand.

Expert consensus document: The International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics (ISAPP) consensus statement on the definition and scope of prebiotics

Expert consensus document: The International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics (ISAPP) consensus statement on the definition and scope of prebiotics


Nature Reviews Gastroenterology & Hepatology

<p>With the continued interest in the role of the gut microbiota in health, attention has now turned to how to harness the microbiota for the benefit of the host. This Consensus Statement outlines the definition and scope of the term 'prebiotic' as determined by an expert panel convened by the International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics in December 2016.</p>

Guide Health: Are probiotics as good as they claim? - Country Guide

Guide Health: Are probiotics as good as they claim? - Country Guide


Country Guide

Probiotics seem to be everywhere these days. You find them as capsules on store shelves and as ingredients in food products, and they’re even available thr

Chicken and Avocado Burgers

Chicken and Avocado Burgers

by Kyla Gallant-Sova @ Crave Health and Nutrition Inc. - My Kitchen Blog

There is something about cooking on the bbq that gives me the warm fuzzies. I think it is because it brings back memories of summer vacation, warm weather and spending time with family. It may also be because food always tastes better when barbecued. This burger is so magical that I have also made variations without bread crumbs or feta for friends who have various food allergies and these still taste fantastic! These burgers will steal the show at any Canada Day barbecue you attend this weekend! I hope you enjoy!

Naturopathic Tips for Creating a Healthy Immune System

by Dr. Meghan Haggarty @ Nardella Clinic

It’s that time of year again…cold and flu season. Here are some ideas from our naturopathic doctors about what you can do to keep your immune system strong and stay healthy! Eat a Diet Rich in Vitamins, Minerals and Lean Protein A diet rich in vegetables and lean protein provide your immune system with necessary […]

Forgive Yourself for Falling

by Andrea Rice @ Wanderlust

We all stumble—the real strength comes in the ability to stand up and move forward.

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New Products in our Stores

by Michael Kalmanovitch @ Earth's General Store

We have lots of new products in our stores. Metal and Silicone straws, craft brewed sodas, turmeric beverages, diabetic friendly chocolates, Vegan "Better than Bacon" shakers, new kombucha drinks, Fair Trade Chocolate Bark, many more that I expect will be new favourites.

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New Roots Herbal

by Vitamins First @


New Roots Herbal

New Roots Herbal,  are relentless in their aim to make the best natural health products in the world. With one of the most advanced laboratories in Canada, they are able to test over 800 raw materials using the latest in analytical equipment, employing a very wide spectrum

New Roots Herbal
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Vitamins First is a Calgary retail store focused on healthy natural and organic products. Our in store staff are highly trained professionals who are available to answer any questions you might have.

Calf health closely tied to cow nutrition

by undefined @ Canadian CattlemenCanadian Cattlemen

Many cows came home in 2017 from pastures parched by drought for much of the grazing season. Without proper supplementation of brood cows through the rest of their gestation, vitamin and mineral deficiencies will show up as health issues next spring with economic consequences that often persist for several more. It is well established that […] Read more

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Omega-3 Fats: What are they and where can I find them?

Omega-3 Fats: What are they and where can I find them?

by Kate Chury, RD @ ThinkyBites - Content

Kate Chury, RD. Registered Dietitian. Calgary, Alberta.  Curious about omega-3 fats? Find out why we need them and which foods are rich sources. 

Knee Pain

by admin @ Vive Calgary Naturopathic Doctor

It is an interesting fact that people can have many kinds of defects in their joints, but exhibit no pain. This is long-known to be true for the lower back, but it can also be true for the knee. For example, when doctors look at a series of MRI scans of the knee and find […]

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Carrot & Apple Cinnamon Muffins

Carrot & Apple Cinnamon Muffins

by Kyla Gallant-Sova @ Crave Health and Nutrition Inc. - My Kitchen Blog

Well, winter seems to have finally arrived and along with it the need for warm, satisfying comfort foods. These muffins are exactly what you need to warm up on a chilly morning or as an afternoon snack to tide you over until dinner. Packing 5g of protein, 4g of fiber, plus half a serving of vegetables/fruits per muffin, you are sure to feel satisfied after eating one of these.

Summer Lovin’ – Naturopathic Tips for a Healthy Summer

by admin @ Vive Calgary Naturopathic Doctor

Summer is here, which means we are more likely to be spending time outside for some rest, relaxation and fun! Here are 4 Naturopathic tips from our doctors to ensure you stay healthy while enjoying your summer. 1) Stay sun safe – The best way to protect yourself is to cover up with hats, sunglasses […]

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Cellulitis

by corinne grace @ Calgary First Aid

Cellulitis is defined as a bacterial infection affecting the skin and adjacent tissues. It generally arises around areas where the skin is broken such as insect bites, wounds or scrapes yet can also form in other areas. In serious cases of cellulitis or those that are not properly treated, septicemia might develop. Luckily, the condition […]

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What farm women say…

by greg @ Country GuideCountry Guide

As remarks go, it was decidedly crude, so even though it was some years ago now that she first heard it, the memory still rankles Beth, especially because she’s so much more aware now how it fit into a pattern. The day had been a workday like any other in any professional agricultural office. There […] Read more

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Are there pros to taking probiotics?

Are there pros to taking probiotics?


Global News

A new study casts doubts on the benefits probiotics can have on a healthy gut.

Journey to Healthy Eating 2017 - June Edition

Journey to Healthy Eating 2017 - June Edition

by Kate Chury, RD @ ThinkyBites - Content

Kate Chury, RD. Registered Dietitian. Calgary, Alberta.   Considering that osteoporosis affects 1 in 4 women and 1 in 8 men over the age of 50, focusing on building and maintaining strong bones is very important. Do you know what can be done to promote bone health? Did you know that our bones need more than just calcium?

Children’s Most Common Illnesses: Colic, Colds & Flu.

by NOVA Probiotics @ NOVA Probiotics

Colic: Colic refers to a very common condition in infants and a great source of stress for parents. Young children with colic may cry for episodes of three hours or more, at least three days in a week. During these fits, the child will be perfectly healthy, he will not be hungry, need changing or want...

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Healthy Traveling Tips

by NOVA Probiotics @ NOVA Probiotics

How to Stay Healthy While Traveling Why travel if you’re not going to eat all the food? The world is sometimes literally your oyster, and one that your stomach isn’t familiar with how to digest. Other times, it can be a matter of someone using the local tap water to rinse your veggies. Whoever is...

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Pumpkin Dessert Hummus

Pumpkin Dessert Hummus

by Kyla Gallant-Sova @ Crave Health and Nutrition Inc. - My Kitchen Blog

Thanksgiving is my favourite holiday. I think because it was always the first long weekend after the summer, and because the time of year incorporates so many of my favourite flavours... cinnamon, pumpkin, squash, nutmeg. What is there not to love about a holiday that gives you an extra day off work, an excuse to visit with friends and family and all of those delicious fall foods? This pumpkin dessert hummus is a twist on my favourite, the classic cookie dough chickpea dip. It tastes like pumpkin pie, without the added sugars and fat. Serve it with apple slices or mix it with plain greek yogurt and you have yourself a delicious (and healthy) indulgence!

B.C. urges wine drinkers to buy local amid Alberta boycott

B.C. urges wine drinkers to buy local amid Alberta boycott

by Jesse Ferreras @

It's a boycott that has British Columbians seeing red... wine.

Probiotics and Weight Loss – A Quick Tip

by NOVA Probiotics @ NOVA Probiotics

Probiotics, Weight loss and Candida Going on a diet isn’t easy, and many people suffer from unwanted and uncomfortable symptoms such as gas, bloating, and abdominal discomfort. Even when successful, people usually have a hard time getting rid of their persistent midsection fat, and have intense cravings for sugary foods, breads, pasta and sometimes even alcohol. Most...

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New ‘Food and Farm’ champion, Cattlemen hires new field editor

by undefined @ Canadian CattlemenCanadian Cattlemen

Piper Whelan of Airdrie, Alta., is the new field editor for Canadian Cattlemen. Raised on a purebred Maine-Anjou ranch at Irricana, Whelan studied English and history at the University of Alberta and journalism at the University of King’s Col­­lege. She previously worked in publishing and as a registry assistant for the Canadian Charolais Association, and […] Read more

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Loonie continues slide alongside global stock markets but it is expected to stabilize

Loonie continues slide alongside global stock markets but it is expected to stabilize

by @

Some market observers see signs the loonie's fortunes will change this year even as the Canadian dollar continued its slide Monday.

My Joyous Self-Care Routine

by Joy McCarthy @ Genuine Health

My self-care routine has definitely evolved over the years. When I was in my 20’s it was all about fitness […]

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Smashed finger

by corinne grace @ Calgary First Aid

A smashed finger is likely to occur if crushed in a door or pounded by a hammer. The throbbing sensation caused by this injury can be uncomfortable. What should I do? If an individual ends up with a smashed finger, there are measures that can be done to lessen the discomfort. Cold therapy – utilize […]

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Kids study examines probiotic to treat tummy troubles

Kids study examines probiotic to treat tummy troubles


Calgary

Researchers in Calgary are testing the effectiveness of a probiotic for treating stomach flu in children.

A New Years Resolution for your Gut

by Angela Pucci @ Cadence Therapy

January is a time for reflection. Perhaps you like to set new goals or decide upon a resolution or two. But, how about an opportunity to increase the health of your digestive system, more specifically, your Gut? Gut health can have an impact on the body as a whole; a healthy gut in a positive way, an unhealthy gut in Continue Reading

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Our New e-Store Is Live!

by NOVA Probiotics @ NOVA Probiotics

  A Brand New Version Of Our e-Store Has Just Launched! Tell Us What You Think!   We are very pleased to announce that our new e-Store is live and ready for the world to surf. We have completely redesigned the layout with simplicity, ease of use, security and accessibility in mind. We hope you...

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What Sustainability Means to Me

What Sustainability Means to Me

by Peter Salvador @ Natural Factors

My daughter Mary points at the tree in our front yard. “Da da?” she asks? She is one and a half and she isn’t asking if the tree is her father. “That’s a tree” I say. Mary has just started to say words and what sounds like “Da da” is in fact her efforts to more...

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Graphic Designer

by webmaster @ AOR

Company Description AOR is one of Canada’s fastest growing nutraceutical health supplement organizations. Our market leading premium products are manufactured and distributed to specialty retailers throughout Canada and internationally. Headquartered in Calgary, AOR is in search of a Graphic Designer to join our company. Job Summary The Graphic Designer will work with the marketing team [...]

Lotus Aroma skin care – essential oils – New!

by Vitamins First @


Lotus Aroma skin care – essential oils – New!

Announcing the extension of the Lotus Aroma skin care line carried in the Marda Loop location!  There is now a full line of essential oils.    Lotus Aroma ensures the integrity of their products by being one of the few companies to test every essential oil for purity!  

Lotus Aroma skin care – essential oils – New!
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'Poop' pills can treat C. difficile, Calgary doctor says

'Poop' pills can treat C. difficile, Calgary doctor says


CBC News

A Calgary doctor who has been treating difficult-to-cure C. difficile for years with fecal transplants is reporting he has created what are in essence "poop" pills — and they do the trick.

Unexplained Infertility

by admin @ Vive Calgary Naturopathic Doctor

What to do when faced with a  diagnosis of Unexplained Infertility When a couple is referred to a specialist at a fertility clinic, the usual first steps include a battery of tests: bloodwork, ultrasound, hysterosalpinogram, and a semen analysis.  The purpose of these tests is to investigate the reason behind why conception has not occurred.  […]

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Kale and Quinoa Super Salad with Lemon Tahini Dressing

Kale and Quinoa Super Salad with Lemon Tahini Dressing

by Kate Chury, RD @ ThinkyBites - Content

Kate Chury, RD. Registered Dietitian. Calgary, Alberta. What’s so super about this salad? Well, it tastes super to start off. Not only does the salad itself contain a great mix of ingredients from kale and parsley to quinoa and slivered almonds, but it is also topped with my new favourite Lemon Tahini Dressing.  

Vegan Egg Salad

Vegan Egg Salad

by Kyla Gallant-Sova @ Crave Health and Nutrition Inc. - My Kitchen Blog

Are you looking to incorporate more vegetarian meals into your diet? Check out this delicious vegan salad sandwich filling. It is super easy (takes only 5 minutes to whip up if you are using canned chickpeas and lentils) and is drool worthy! Not only is it delicious in a sandwich, but I also throw it on salads or use as a vegetable dip. I hope you enjoy!

Vegtoberfest 2017 Acknowledgements – Closing Vegtober

by Barbara Prezia @ Earth's General Store

On October 1st the 6th annual Vegtoberfest was held in the parking lot of Earth’s General Store and about 650 people came through the gathering of tents, vendors, food trucks, and store. We would like to thank all the businesses who supported the event: The two food trucks: Fiddlehead and Sailin On. The vendors:  Skinchantment, […]

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Be Your Own Soda-Maker: Learn How to Craft Probiotic Kombucha, Jun & Water Kefir Sodas

Be Your Own Soda-Maker: Learn How to Craft Probiotic Kombucha, Jun & Water Kefir Sodas


good food + you

Who doesn’t love a little soda from time to time? But what if I told you, you can make a homemade version that is a kajillion* times better than the store-bought version? (*not scientifically proven yet, just rough estimate.) These new upgraded healthy versions of sodas we all should be drinking are

Probiotics vs. Prebiotics - What's the Difference?

Probiotics vs. Prebiotics - What's the Difference?


ThinkyBites

Have you heard about probiotics? What about prebiotics? Do you know the difference?

Winter Salad

Winter Salad

by Kyla Gallant-Sova @ Crave Health and Nutrition Inc. - My Kitchen Blog

I am the first person to admit that I am not a huge salad fan. Yes, even though I am a dietitian, I do not like traditional salads. Raw leafy greens are always super awkward to eat, and all of that chewing takes me FOREVER to finish eating. I do however enjoy what I think of as chunky salads... where the vegetables are in bitesize pieces that I can easily eat without having pieces of spinach sticking out of my mouth. I also thoroughly enjoy fall/winter veggies (think squash, beets, all manners of root veggies). It is starting to get cold outside and I find the warmth of squash, beets, etc comforting. This recipe is a mash-up of chunky, easy-to-eat salad style and comforting, delicious winter vegetables. My favourite thing about this recipe is that it is versatile. I have one version that I create just as a vegetable side for meals, and I have a second version that is more of a main course. Although it does take a good chunk of time to make, it is easy to double the recipe and save the extras for leftovers throughout the week. I hope you enjoy! 

Fermented Foods, Probiotics & Tempeh - Amaranth Foods

Fermented Foods, Probiotics & Tempeh - Amaranth Foods


Amaranth Foods

We are bombarded everyday with information about the state of health in North America.  More than daily.  It is non-stop chatter.  It makes us do one of two things: 1) ignore it and rebel against it by “doing what I want!” or 2) become close to obsessive about everything we eat/touch/breathe – or continually flip-flop …

Dry Skin Brushing

by admin @ Vive Calgary Naturopathic Doctor

Dry Skin Brushing is an amazing way to soften your skin and rejuvenate how you feel! It is easy to do and only takes a few minutes of your daily routine. How to do it Ensure your skin is dry to help slough off old skin cells, improve circulation and stimulate the lymphatic movement. Using […]

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5 Ways to Make Resolutions That Actually Stick

by Dr. Katherine Kremblewski ND @ Genuine Health

“I’ll start tomorrow.” Sound familiar? Whether you’re talking about a new year’s resolution, a new workout routine, a new diet […]

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Southern Alberta slammed by ‘extreme cold and blowing snow’

Southern Alberta slammed by ‘extreme cold and blowing snow’

by Phil Heidenreich @

Much of southern Alberta was under either a wind warning or blowing snow advisory -- or both -- on Monday as powerful wind gusts and wintery conditions resulted in dangerous driving conditions.

NOVA Probiotics, Now Available In 7 Pure Integrative Pharmacy Locations In Vancouver.

by NOVA Probiotics @ NOVA Probiotics

    Across Greater Vancouver and Victoria, Pure Integrative Pharmacy is probably the best place to find your prescription drugs, vitamins and supplements, your favorite personal care products and last, but not least, to get good advice from highly qualified employees working there. Like the founder and owner, Bob Mehr, said few weeks ago in...

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Men over 30, Testosterone declining?

by Vitamins First @


Men over 30, Testosterone declining?

Men over 30 Testosterone declining? BY BRAD KING, M.S., MFS – Testosterone levels in men begin to diminish around age 30. In fact, by the time men are 60 years old, they typically produce 60% less testosterone than they did at age 20 (a man’s sexual peak).

Men over 30, Testosterone declining?
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Avulsion: Proper wound care

by corinne grace @ Calgary First Aid

An avulsion is defined as a chunk of tissue that has been removed from the body which includes all the skin layers. The injury puts one at high risk for infection and typically caused by animal bites, vehicular accidents or industrial equipment. What is degloving or avulsion? An avulsion that wraps around an extremity and […]

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Heads above

by greg @ Country GuideCountry Guide

These new peer groups are drawing rave reviews from their members. Are they the most inspirational and perhaps the most essential business idea of the new millennium? It’s a big claim, but it’s tough to argue against this newest iteration of farmers helping farmers. Though farmer peer groups aren’t yet very common, they are a […] Read more

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Eating Organic: The Benefits and the Basics

Eating Organic: The Benefits and the Basics

by Tisha Simpkins @ Natural Factors

Over the last several years, we have seen a rise in demand for organic foods. While we have become more health conscious and environmentally focused, the benefits of eating organic foods have become more top of mind. The Benefits of Eating Organic By choosing to eat organic, you help support sustainable farming practices that focus on more...

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Journey To Healthy Eating 2017: November Edition

Journey To Healthy Eating 2017: November Edition

by Kate Chury, RD @ ThinkyBites - Content

Kate Chury, RD. Registered Dietitian, Calgary, Alberta.  This month we are learning to include the foods which keep our blood pressure in check. Hypertension is all too prevalent but there are some dietary and lifestyle factors that are in your control. 

Eye Nutrients Vital for Clear Vision!

by Vitamins First @


Eye Nutrients Vital for Clear Vision!

Over 65% of us experience eye strain symptoms. Over 65% of us experience eye strain symptoms. These are often caused by overexposure and glare from computer, TV and other technological devices. Research has shown that eye strain, or asthenopia, may be relieved by targeted eye antioxidants. Enerex

Eye Nutrients Vital for Clear Vision!
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16 Affordable Ways to Feel Like a Total VIP

by Amanda Kohr @ Wanderlust

Get creative with your self-care.

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Summer Produce: A Fresh, Delicious, Vibrant Feast!

Summer Produce: A Fresh, Delicious, Vibrant Feast!

by Tisha Simpkins @ Natural Factors

North American summer produce is truly one of the best parts of the season! The longer days and warmer weather bring a peak variety of local fruits and vegetable to market. It’s your best time to savour the sweetness of stone fruits, load up on fragrant herbs, and appease fickle summer appetites with thirst-quenching salads more...

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First EPDs for udder and teat conformation in the works

by undefined @ Canadian CattlemenCanadian Cattlemen

That first feeding of colostrum invariably charts the course for a calf’s future success and profitability. Knowing that the dam’s udder and teat structure is important to a successful first feeding Kajal Devani, is aiming to improve the genetic selection for improved mammary conformation in Canadian Angus cattle. Devani, who is the Canadian Angus Association’s […] Read more

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Probiotic-3

Probiotic-3


AOR

Many health conscious individuals today are becoming aware of the role of beneficial bacteria in the human body. Healthy bacteria in the gut act as a barrier against harmful bacteria by preventing their attachment to the intestinal lining. Disturbances in this delicate gastrointestinal microflora increase the susceptibility to pathogens and raise the risk of infection

Create an ankle splint using a pillow

by corinne grace @ Calgary First Aid

An ankle splint might be required for ankle injuries. A splint is required to avoid placing any pressure on the damaged ankle while on the way to the healthcare facility. A splint can be created by using a pillow along with tape. A pillow is not sturdy enough for leg fractures such as the femur […]

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Soil organic freefall

by greg @ Country GuideCountry Guide

For much of the past decade, provincial extension personnel, certified crop advisors (CCAs) and retailers have talked about declining soil organic matter levels in soils across Ontario. The trends towards intensive farming, shorter rotations, a decline in livestock farming and general practices that focus more on yield are some of the factors cited, together with […] Read more

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Province backing 128-bed long-term care home in Havelock

Province backing 128-bed long-term care home in Havelock

by Greg Davis @

The province has announced it will build a 128-bed long-term care home on Old Norwood Road, about 40 kilometres east of Peterborough.

Rally to support Colten Boushie’s family takes place in Calgary

Rally to support Colten Boushie’s family takes place in Calgary

by @ CTV News - Calgary

A number of people gathered at Calgary City Hall on Sunday to march in support of a young First Nations man who was shot to death on a Saskatchewan farm in 2016.

Deciding about technology

by greg @ Country GuideCountry Guide

Four robots at New Galma Dairy near Ingersoll, Ont., milk the cows while a second automated system finds its way around the barn feeding cows and heifers by itself and a third machine beds the cows without human intervention. Calves can decide when they want milk from a machine that identifies them and gives them […] Read more

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Probiotics For Diarrhea

by NOVA Probiotics @ NOVA Probiotics

  Probiotics to save you from the discomfort and embarrassment of diarrhea   Diarrhea is an extremely common illness, and everyone usually gets it about once a year. Diarrhea can be caused by many different things, the main one being intestinal imbalance. When the bacteria inside your intestines that digest your food are unbalanced, meaning...

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5 ways to reduce toxins in your life

by admin @ Vive Calgary Naturopathic Doctor

Every day our bodies are exposed to toxins from many sources, both from things in our control and those we have no control over.  Toxins may come into our bodies from the foods we eat, the air we breathe, the numerous body-care products we use, and even from our household cleaners.  Luckily, our bodies are […]

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AOR Expands 60,000 sq. ft. in Calgary, AB

by webmaster @ AOR

AOR is excited to announce the expansion of our production area and office facilities. This will allow us to produce even more innovative health products to better serve your needs. We will also be focusing on developing more topical and liquid products to enhance the selection of products that we offer. The new facilities will [...]

5 Naturopathic Tips for a Healthy Gut

by admin @ Vive Calgary Naturopathic Doctor

It’s amazing how many patients we see that deal with symptoms of indigestion daily, ranging from simple gas and bloating to more severe abdominal pain, constipation and diarrhea.  Here are 5 tips to stay healthy with a healthy gut. Manage stress. Stress inhibits digestion.  While you are busy running around or working while eating, the […]

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About Magnesium: Why We Need It and How to Get It

About Magnesium: Why We Need It and How to Get It

by Tisha Simpkins @ Natural Factors

Did you know that magnesium is an important factor in over 300 biological reactions? This important mineral can sometimes get overlooked, but it’s involved in many essential bodily activities. Here’s what you need to know about magnesium, including how to ensure you’re getting enough: About Magnesium There are many ways in which magnesium contributes to your more...

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Healing Leaky Gut Syndrome With Probiotics

by NOVA Probiotics @ NOVA Probiotics

  The intestinal lining is responsible for this common gastrointestinal disorder. Leaky Gut happens when the intestinal lining is more porous than normal, when large spaces appear in the gut wall allowing substances to leak out of the gut and into the blood stream. In such cases, substances like bacteria, fungi, parasites and partially digested molecules might dissipate through...

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Methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus

by corinne grace @ Calgary First Aid

Methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is a bacterium that established resistance to commonly used antibiotics. The bacteria typically trigger skin infections and rarely cause serious forms of infections. Even though mostly seen in the healthcare setting, it is becoming common in the community. Most MRSA infections in the community are skin infections. In the healthcare setting, […]

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Recipe: Paleo and Vegan Seven-Layer Dip

by Rachel Carr @ Wanderlust

A seven-layer dip that's vegan and paleo?? Grab the chips—this isn't a dream.

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Animal Supplement with Probiotics, Vitamins & Minerals

Animal Supplement with Probiotics, Vitamins & Minerals


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Complete and cost effective supplements with probiotics, vitamins, and minerals for healthy horses, dogs & cats. Free Shipping over $100!

Need Great Weight Loss and Motivation Tips? Find them here…

by Catherine Ormon @ Your ultimate health coach

If you have been searching for reliable weight loss information, or if you want motivational tips – I have great news!  A terrific place to find what you are looking for is an article containing the best tips from 80+ Weight Loss and Motivation Experts. That’s A LOT of knowledge and motivation packed into one ...read more

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Chemical eye burns

by corinne grace @ Calgary First Aid

Chemical eye burns arise if the eye was exposed to a solid, liquid or gas-based chemical. The seriousness of the burn is based on the type of chemical and the amount that enters the eye. Most cases of burns can be treated but must be taken seriously. It is important to note that chemical eye […]

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Alberta’s Minimum Wage is Exceeded at Earth’s General Store

by Michael Kalmanovitch @ Earth's General Store

On October 1st, 2017 Alberta's Minimum Wage rate will be increased to 13.60$/hour. Hooray for our government for helping to raise the many underpaid people in our society and to show them respect by raising the rate towards a living wage. We would like to highlight that Alberta's Minimum Wage is Exceeded at Earth's General Store

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Meal Planning: 7 Ways to Get Inspired

Meal Planning: 7 Ways to Get Inspired

by Kate Chury, RD @ ThinkyBites - Content

Kate Chury, RD. Registered Dietitian. Calgary, Alberta. Meal planning helps out so much but there are times when we all get behind and lose motivation when it comes to planning meal. How can we re-inspire ourselves to get meal planning again? Here are 7 ways which can help. 

10 Ways to Meal Plan Like a Nutrition Expert

10 Ways to Meal Plan Like a Nutrition Expert

by Kate Chury, RD @ ThinkyBites - Content

Kate Chury, RD. Registered Dietitian. Calgary, Alberta. Ever wondered how Registered Dietitians meal plan? Check out these 10 ways to make your meal planning easier!

History: Honouring a Farmer-Poet

by undefined @ Canadian CattlemenCanadian Cattlemen

Honouring a Farmer-Poet By Kerry Wood, Red Deer, Alta. Four hundred farmers and their families met on Labor Day to stage one of the most unique ceremonies ever held in Western Canada, when the pioneer Icelandic community of Markerville in Central Alberta unveiled a monument honoring the famous farmer-poet, Stephan G. Stephansson. Dominion, provincial, and […] Read more

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GUEST POST - The Pros of Probiotics

GUEST POST - The Pros of Probiotics


Crave Health and Nutrition Inc.

Hi! I'm Taylor. I am a Nutrition student at the University of Alberta, as well as an aspiring Registered Dietitian! 

Tips To Making New Year's Resolutions Last More Than One Week

Tips To Making New Year's Resolutions Last More Than One Week

by Kyla Gallant-Sova @ Crave Health and Nutrition Inc. - My Kitchen Blog

Well 2017 is almost upon us, meaning that you only have 1 more day to set your 2017 goals.   I have mixed feelings about New Year's resolutions… On one hand, it makes perfect sense to plan to EAT HEALTHIER and BE MORE ACTIVE after having spent the last month drowning in holiday parties and excessively indulgent meals. However, too many people set oversimplified, unrealistic goals for themselves, providing absolutely no specific plan for success, relying only on sheer will to do something that they fail at EVERY SINGLE YEAR!   I am going to be honest… I am pretty darn good at setting resolutions that I ACTUALLY succeed at. You want to know why? Because I set realistic goals that I know I can achieve and I make a plan that involves baby steps that extend past the month of January. Do you want 2017 to be the year that you actually achieve your New Year's resolutions? 

Probiotics for Healthy Skin

by NOVA Probiotics @ NOVA Probiotics

Get a clear complexion with probiotics! Eczema is an inflammatory skin disorder, it appears by forming blisters of crust like chunks or patch-like scaly rashes that itch. Thickened and dry or red skin, scaling, and blisters are among the common symptoms. There is no cure yet, but luckily, symptoms come and go. Probiotics can help reduce...

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Lemon Tahini Dressing

Lemon Tahini Dressing

by Kate Chury, RD @ ThinkyBites - Content

Kate Chury, RD. Registered Dietitian, Calgary, Alberta. You know when you find a new taste combination and you just can’t get enough of it? Well, this is me and the lemon-tahini flavour combo right now. There’s something about the tartness of the lemon and the smooth and nutty flavour of the tahini that keeps me coming back for more. 

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