Allergies: More Than Just a Runny Nose and Watery Eyes
When most people think of allergies, they picture sneezing fits, itchy eyes, and a box of tissues close by. While those are common symptoms, allergies can affect the body in many other ways, sometimes in ways people don’t even realize are connected. Allergies occur...
Honouring Earth Day: Caring for Our Planet Through Natural Health
Every year, Earth Day invites us to pause and reflect on the relationship we have with the planet we call home. It’s a moment to reconnect—not just with nature, but with the choices we make every day that impact the health of our environment and ourselves. For those of us in the natural health community, this connection is at the heart of everything we do.
Post-Holiday Digestion: Why Fibre Is King 👑
Post-Holiday Digestion: Why Fibre Is King 👑 After the holidays, many of us feel it — heavier meals, extra treats, and disrupted routines can leave digestion feeling sluggish. The good news? Getting back on track doesn’t have to be complicated. One simple word makes a...
Holiday Hustle Got You Down? How to Spot and Stop December Burnout
Feeling burnt out before the holidays? You’re definitely not alone. December is a beautiful mix of celebration, connection, coziness…and overwhelm. Shorter days, jam-packed calendars, year-end deadlines, and the pressure to “make the season magical” can all add up …....
Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice: Health Benefits of Fall Spices
When autumn arrives, pumpkin spice often takes center stage. Beyond its cozy aroma and seasonal appeal, the spices that make up this popular blend have been valued for centuries in traditional medicine and nutrition. These warming flavors are more than just a seasonal...
Soothing September- Love Your Guts
Love Your Guts There are still a few weeks until we usher in the fall season, but as summer winds down you may be considering a reset for yourself and/or your family after the seasonal excitement, travel, and festivities. Think birthdays, weddings, reunions, cottages,...
Bone and Joint Health Fundamentals
Bone and Joint Health Fundamentals The foot bone's connected to the, leg bone! The leg bone's connected to the, knee bone! The knee bone's connected to the, thigh bone! You know how it goes... 'Dem Dancing Bones! It may sound brash, but the truth is that everyday we...
🥪 Healthy Lunchbox Swaps
Back-to-school means back to packing lunches—and we all know how easy it is to fall into the same old sandwich-and-snack routine. The good news? A few small, smart swaps can boost nutrition without sacrificing flavour (or facing lunchbox rejection!).
Canadian Natural Health Brands: An Intimate Focus
Your Natural Health Retailer: So Much More Than Just A Store In an age of rapidly increasing online shopping and growing AI "genius" at our fingertips, taking steps towards proactive health and wellness has become more challenging for those who prefer a slower pace,...
Summer Safe Skin
It's summer at last! A season of welcome warmer temperatures, longer days, increased activity and outdoor adventures. To help you make the most of it, we have curated our top practices and favourite tools to support your skin, boost hydration, and how to prevent...
Say Goodbye to Bugs—Naturally!
Forget harsh sprays and chemical repellents. Nature has its own bug-fighting secret weapons: plants. From aromatic herbs to vibrant flowers, certain plants are natural pest repellents that can help you create a beautiful, bug-resistant sanctuary both indoors and out....
Aging Transitions in Women’s Health
A natural transition along a woman’s journey that was once “hush-hush” is quickly becoming one of the most popular topics on social media. You guessed it, we’re referring to menopause. The menopause market is projected to impact 1.2 billion women and reach a value of...
Why Kids (Especially Young Athletes) Might Need Vitamins & Supplements
Kids growing bodies require a wide range of vitamins and minerals to support their development. Even with a healthy and balanced diet, some children may not get enough essential nutrients. Supplements can help fill these gaps and promote overall well-being to help kids reach their full potential!
Spring Cleaning Swaps: Detox Your Home and Body Naturally
Spring is the perfect time to refresh not just your home but also your body. As you embark on your spring-cleaning routine, consider swapping out chemical-filled products for some more natural alternatives. Even one swap can have great benefits for you. Here are some...
Build & Repair: Creatine & Glutamine
What Is Creatine? Deemed one of the most researched and safest supplements available on the market, creatine is a nitrogen containing compound made up of three amino acids (arginine, glycine, and methionine). It is primarily found in skeletal muscle tissue (~95%) and...
Lung Function, Infection And Support
"Life and respiration are complimentary. There is nothing living which does not breathe nor anything breathing which does not live."-- William Harvey Lung Function The lungs are responsible for the miraculous and vital function of gas exchange through the process of...
5 Budget-Friendly Valentine’s Day Ideas That Are Big on Love (Not on Cost)
5 Budget-Friendly Valentine's Day Ideas That Are Big on Love (Not on Cost) Too often we think of Valentines Day as a ‘Hallmark’ holiday where people are expected to buy expensive roses, chocolates and book lavish meals but Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to mean...
Lifestyle Factors Affecting Fertility
Fertility is defined as the capacity to produce offspring and it serves as an assessment of how our bodies are digesting food, using nutrients, detoxing and balancing hormones. A variety of lifestyle factors affecting fertility exist in both men and women. These may...
New Routines and Protein!
Building New Habits The festive holiday season may be full of joy and extra commitments, and it may contribute to added stress on your body and schedule. As we enter 2025, you may be thinking about new routines and the latest health and wellness sphere buzzword:...
The Most Wonderful Time For Magnesium
Magnesium is a mineral that plays a foundational role in our health but is often overlooked. This key nutrient is among the most prevalent deficiencies and it is estimated that over 43% of Canadians do not get the dietary magnesium their bodies need. As you will see,...