Healing Leaky Gut Syndrome With Probiotics

by NOVA Probiotics @ NOVA Probiotics

Thu Oct 30 13:04:03 PDT 2014

  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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A GUIDE TO PROBIOTICS

by Rebecca McKinty @

Thu Feb 11 09:58:50 PST 2016

By Rebecca McKinty, RHN, of Bliss Nutrition shared from original, on blissnutrition.ca Our bodies have 10 times more bacteria than we do cells. TEN TIMES! Just so you know, that’s about 10 TRILLION! If that doesn’t emphasize the importance of bacterial balance for optimal health then I don’t know what does! If Bliss Nutrition had to […]

Prebiotics and Probiotics, Good Allies!

by NOVA Probiotics @ NOVA Probiotics

Sat Jun 14 18:55:23 PDT 2014

  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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The Probiotic Battle in Your Mouth – Professor John Tagg (Video)

by CulturedCare @ CulturedCare.com » BLIS K12

Mon Mar 15 17:14:42 PDT 2010

"Why would you want to kill your relatives?" There is a constant battle in your mouth between healthy and pathogenic bacteria. Professor John Tagg talks about how BLIS K12 molecules help protect us from their dangerous relatives like Streptococcus pyogenes.

We Got Science. 40+ links to scientific studies… at your fingertips.

by CulturedCare @ CulturedCare.com » BLIS K12

Thu Jan 21 16:07:18 PST 2010

Professor John Tagg has been studying this unique probiotic for over 30 years. If you're interested in learning about his research and you want to review published scientific articles by him and his colleagues, a great place to start is here: http://www.springerlink.com/content/dg56pk5k48l6w5h1/fulltext.html

‘Skip the Dishes’ Now Delivering Rawthentic Eatery Meals

by Ellen Bayens @ The Celiac Scene

Fri Feb 09 11:52:33 PST 2018

Rawthentic Eatery is pleased to announce a partnership with ‘Skip the Dishes!’ If you you live in the Victoria area you can order food and have it delivered to your work place, home or even while you are waiting in a line up just about anywhere in their delivery radius! How it Works! Just head Read More

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Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) | Acupuncture Victoria, BC

by Meghan van Drimmelen @ Naturopath Victoria | Blog | Acupuncture Victoria BC

Tue May 23 11:47:38 PDT 2017

PCOS is more complex than the name presents as it often involves varying degrees of endocrine, cardiovascular, metabolic, and/or mental-emotional co-conditions. The following post focuses on PCOS awareness as a syndrome through a pathophysiology overview followed by the explanation of how acupuncture works as an effective treatment method (...)

Tips for Healthy Aging: Dementia Prevention

by Carly Mantik @

Mon Jan 18 16:17:35 PST 2016

JANUARY IS ALZHEIMER’S AWARENESS MONTH Alzheimer’s Disease is irreversible however BBC.com reports that at least one in three cases is preventable. The risk factors for developing Alzheimer’s are similar to many modern-day diseases and include obesity, smoking, lack of exercise, lack of nutrients, and lack of mental stimulation. ‘Fixing,’ these factors is often easier said than done, so […]

BLIS K12 Probiotic Gum During Pregnancy Protects Baby’s Health

by CulturedCare @ CulturedCare.com » BLIS K12

Fri Feb 19 15:18:20 PST 2010

Group B Streptococcus and other infections can pose life-threatening hazards to newborn babies. Researchers have discovered that newborn babies receive and colonize protective, beneficial probiotic bacteria from the saliva of their mother! Professor John Tagg and his team of researchers at New Zealand's University of Otago have been giving pregnant women BLIS K12 oral probiotic in the last few weeks of pregnancy. They've found that, once colonized in the mother, this beneficial probiotic bacteria is passed on to the baby and offers protection against Group B Strep and other infections.

Probiotics for Healthy Skin

by NOVA Probiotics @ NOVA Probiotics

Mon Jan 19 10:40:02 PST 2015

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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Winter Weekend Escape: 30 Hours in Victoria, BC

by Scott Meis @ Clipper Vacations Magazine

Thu Feb 01 00:00:40 PST 2018

"Final check. Buckle up! We're ready to roll!" calls the pilot. It’s a chilly, foggy morning at the dock in South Lake Union in Seattle. Our Kenmore Air seaplane begins to rumble as we slowly drift from shore to begin our water taxi across the slight chop of the lake.

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Probiotics might save lives in low-resource countries

by keithbarrington @ Neonatal Research

Mon Feb 05 13:12:01 PST 2018

After several years of preliminary investigations,  a huge RCT has been published from India (Panigrahi P, et al. A randomized synbiotic trial to prevent sepsis among infants in rural India. Nature. 2017;548:407.) which enrolled babies over 2 kg birth weight … Continue reading →

How Can You Colonize Healthy Probiotic Bacteria in Your Mouth?

by CulturedCare @ CulturedCare.com » BLIS K12

Wed Jan 27 12:58:40 PST 2010

How can you colonize friendly BLIS K12 probiotic bacteria in your mouth and start benefiting from the "infection protection" it provides? Professor John Tagg gives the short answer to this question, while pointing out that the mouth is actually the beginning or "front" of the intestinal tract with it's own unique flora.

Probiotics For Diarrhea

by NOVA Probiotics @ NOVA Probiotics

Tue Sep 02 11:52:58 PDT 2014

  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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Probiotic Yogurts: Effective or Not?

by NOVA Probiotics @ NOVA Probiotics

Tue Sep 23 09:43:51 PDT 2014

  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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Amahra Jaxen

by Avena Originals @ Testimonials – Avena Originals

Fri Oct 09 14:25:43 PDT 2015

HEMACHROMATOSIS 12 years ago I began feeling tired and my doctor did blood tests including TIBC, iron binding, and ferritin levels. Results were abnormal. I was diagnosed with genetic hemachromatosis and I was sent to a hematologist and began the regime of going to the hospital every second week for 600 mls of blood removal, six […]

Welcome, Dr. Preet Khangura ND to Juniper Family Health!

by Meghan van Drimmelen @ Naturopath Victoria | Blog | Acupuncture Victoria BC

Wed Sep 20 08:27:08 PDT 2017

We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Preet Khangura will be joining our naturopathic team October 2017! Dr. Khangura comes to us with a wealth of knowledge and experience in the areas of gastrointestinal, immune, and hormone health. From small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), autoimmune disease, and hormone imbalances, Dr. Khangura is dedicated to providing the highest quality of naturopathic care to the Victoria community (...)

Acupuncture For Stress & Anxiety | Acupuncture Victoria, BC

by Meghan van Drimmelen @ Naturopath Victoria | Blog | Acupuncture Victoria BC

Wed Jun 28 11:44:35 PDT 2017

Acupuncture is a form of mindfulness meditation, as it allows the individual to engage in being and receiving as the needles guide the mind-body into a deep state of relaxation. Biomedically, acupuncture works with the brain by acting on the nervous system. This brain and nervous system communication regulates the parasympathetic nervous system, boosts mood through serotonin and dopamine release, and eases pain through relieving muscle tension and the release of endorphins (...)

“BLIS K12 fights Bad Breath” VIDEO w/ Professor John Tagg

by CulturedCare @ CulturedCare.com » BLIS K12

Tue Feb 09 12:34:57 PST 2010

In this video, Professor John Tagg from Otago University talks briefly about how probiotic S. salivarius BLIS K12 fights the bacteria that cause bad breath.

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by admin @ Culturalive

Sun Aug 24 22:00:09 PDT 2014

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

by NOVA Probiotics @ NOVA Probiotics

Thu Aug 07 19:37:34 PDT 2014

    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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Study Looks at Why Mum’s Kiss is Good for Baby (While Other Story Argues Opposite)

by CulturedCare @ CulturedCare.com » BLIS K12

Fri Jun 18 09:03:48 PDT 2010

The following news article came out on the heels of an MSNBC story titled "Mom's kiss can spread cavities to baby," which argues that moms should be careful about spreading bacteria through kisses. The story below points out that some bacteria, like BLIS K12, actually protects baby.

BLIS K12 – “Hundreds of times more effective than even most traditional antiseptic throat lozenges”

by CulturedCare @ CulturedCare.com » BLIS K12

Thu Jan 14 16:24:25 PST 2010

BLIS K12 is the world’s only probiotic specifically designed to protect the entire oral cavity which includes the throat, mouth, gums and teeth. Under specific conditions, it has even been shown to protect the nasal sinus from infection.

Foodie Friday: Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Victoria, BC

by Carly Mantik @

Fri Jan 29 16:25:25 PST 2016

Plant based eating doesn’t always mean salad and bean dip! Furthermore, eating a plant based diet doesn’t mean you have to give up meat completely! Every effort and every meal counts towards overall health (for both your body and the planet we call home!). Mix up your regular restaurant routine, keep it interesting, and treat […]

Our New e-Store Is Live!

by NOVA Probiotics @ NOVA Probiotics

Tue Nov 11 14:15:34 PST 2014

  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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Acupuncture For All Infertility Patients | Acupuncture Victoria, BC

by Meghan van Drimmelen @ Naturopath Victoria | Blog | Acupuncture Victoria BC

Wed Aug 02 11:40:03 PDT 2017

When you are trying to start or expand your family, there is nothing more heart breaking then not achieving your intended goal. In Canada, 1 in 6 couples trying to conceive experience fertility challenges. Having said this, many people are turning to acupuncture to help achieve their family building goals.  Acupuncture can be used to enhance your natural fertility, or can provide adjunctive support to assisted reproductive technologies such as IVF (in vitro fertilization) and IUI (intrauterine insemination).  Here’s why I use acupuncture regularly in my clinical practice as part of a comprehensive fertility treatment plan (...)

Vino, Views and Victoria: A Perfect Girls’ Weekend Getaway

by Brenna Ciummo @ Clipper Vacations Magazine

Fri Jan 26 00:00:28 PST 2018

Icicle-laden trees glide by in a glistening evergreen and white-tinged blur. I admire Jack Frost’s handiwork from last night’s snowstorm as my girlfriends and I ascend into the thickly forested mountain range.

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6 big benefits of fermented foods for your healthiest gut

by Mary Jane O'Byrne @ Health Matters Consulting

Tue Jul 25 13:57:30 PDT 2017

Probiotics are vital to a healthy gut and eating fermented foods are a fantastic way to get a wide variety of probiotics along with many other nutritional benefits.  This is an excerpt from Donna Gates.  Donna Gates is the international best-selling author and fermented foods pioneer behind The Body Ecology Diet. Find out more about […]

“Probiotic Professor” John Tagg to Visit BC Health Food Stores and Appear on TV

by CulturedCare @ CulturedCare.com » BLIS K12

Wed May 12 10:08:53 PDT 2010

Professor John Tagg will be in Vancouver for the Canadian Health Food Association's annual Expo West industry trade show this month. Professor Tagg will also be visiting select health food stores in the Vancouver/Victoria region... PLUS he'll be appearing on Fanny Kiefer's TV show "Studio 4" talking about his discovery of oral probiotic BLIS K12.

Acupuncture Provides Effective Pain Relief That Is Medication Free - Acupuncture Victoria BC

by Meghan van Drimmelen @ Naturopath Victoria | Blog | Acupuncture Victoria BC

Thu Nov 09 10:23:42 PST 2017

Approximately one in five Canadians suffer from chronic pain and whether internally or externally derived the many gradients of pain affect one’s quality of life. Here's how acupuncture can help (...)

Revolutionary Probiotic Gum Makes Your Mouth a Healthier Place, Promises Renowned Microbiologist

by CulturedCare @ CulturedCare.com » BLIS K12

Tue Sep 07 13:13:13 PDT 2010

“My published research shows that BLIS K12 controls the undesirable and diseasecausing bacteria that cause bad breath, strep throat, thrush, and ear and upper respiratory infections,” explains Professor Tagg. “BLIS K12 probiotic bacteria also promote general oral health and help prevent tooth decay and gum disease.”

7 Fitness myths you should stop believing now

by julie @ Q Academy

Tue Jan 16 22:02:38 PST 2018

7 Fitness myths you should stop believing now   Are you pushing hard in the gym and not seeing results? You may have fallen victim to one of the many fitness myths that have been circulating in the industry for ages. There are so much false information in the fitness industry, that it’s hard to […]

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The Art of Romance: 7 Unforgettable Date Spots in Victoria

by Brenna Ciummo @ Clipper Vacations Magazine

Fri Jan 19 00:00:32 PST 2018

Dinner? Check. Movie? Check. Same ole, same ole “romantic” date? Ugh. The season for roses, hearts, bubbly and romance is just around the corner.

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Healthy Traveling Tips

by NOVA Probiotics @ NOVA Probiotics

Tue Mar 10 20:07:02 PDT 2015

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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St. Pet-Tricks Day – News Release

by Neal @ Growlies

Sat Feb 18 12:24:52 PST 2017

News release for St. Pet-Tricks Day at Growlies for Pets in Victoria, BC, Canada. #YYJ #YYJEVENTS Martch 17th, 18th and 19th 2017.

A Seattleite’s Guide to Victoria’s Capital City Comic Con

by Katie Schlossberg @ Clipper Vacations Magazine

Tue Feb 06 13:09:43 PST 2018

There are few things more satisfying than having the inside scoop on something new and hip. Catching a great band at an intimate venue, scoring a table at an up-and-coming restaurant or attending the very first year of Victoria’s Capital City Comic Con (CCCC) perhaps?

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Probiotics and Weight Loss – A Quick Tip

by NOVA Probiotics @ NOVA Probiotics

Mon Jan 05 17:43:03 PST 2015

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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PowerPoint Intro to CulturedCare Probiotic Gum w/ BLIS K12

by CulturedCare @ CulturedCare.com » BLIS K12

Fri Apr 30 15:03:36 PDT 2010

THIS GRAPHIC POWERPOINT PRESENTATION WILL HELP YOU UNDERSTAND THE WHY YOU NEED BOTH KINDS OF PROBIOTICS - ORAL FOR THE HEALTH OF YOUR MOUTH AND INTESTINAL FOR THE HEALTH OF YOUR DIGESTIVE TRACT.

Good Digestive Health Begins with Probiotics

by Renew Life Team @ Renew Life Canada

Tue Sep 20 13:38:19 PDT 2016

All too often digestion can seem like an automatic process, but nowadays scientists are discovering that we need to have a different mindset. Specifically, we need to be mindful of the fact that a balanced gut is the foundation for optimal health—and one of the ways we can do that is by understanding the benefits Continue reading

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

by NOVA Probiotics @ NOVA Probiotics

Tue Oct 07 09:01:34 PDT 2014

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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Wild Coffee House & Bistro – Victoria’s Unsung Hero for Gluten Free!

by Ellen Bayens @ The Celiac Scene

Tue Feb 06 15:56:33 PST 2018

A Big Thank you goes out to Don, Celiac Scene follower for his recent suggestion that Wild Coffee House & Bistro more than meets the needs of gluten-free diners. Located at the epic-centre of downtown Victoria at Broad Street and 632 Yates Street, Wild Coffee is as dedicated a gluten-free facility as the market allows. Read More

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Country Grocer Gluten-Free Flyer

by Ellen Bayens @ The Celiac Scene

Thu Feb 08 22:00:14 PST 2018

Make the Most of  Country Grocer’s Gluten-Free Sales Victoria & Cobble Hill, Nanaimo & Lake Cowichan: Friday, February 9th to Thursday, February 15th Salt Spring Island: Wednesday, February 7th  to Monday, February 12th Country Grocer Gluten-Free Shopping Guide – Printer-Friendly Version Country Grocer is a family-owned and operated grocery chain with 7 stores in Victoria, Read More

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Retail Store Closure

by Buddies Natural Pet Food @ Buddies Natural Pet Food

Mon Feb 06 09:14:13 PST 2017

Due to the weather we will be CLOSED at our Duncan Retail store today, February 6th. Our Keating (Victoria) Buddies...

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