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Written By Denise Tam, Holistic NutritionistImage credit: Total ShapeThe ketogenic diet has one of the steeper learning curves when compared to other diets like vegan or paleo. The commitment factor of any diet is what...

Written by Rachel Erwin, Registered NutritionistThere is a growing awareness regarding what we put in our bodies but many of us still overlook the importance of what we put on our bodies. With poor regulation and misleading advertising, it can be...

Written by Denise Tam, Holistic NutritionistNewsflash, we are NOT victims of our genetics. When I was diagnosed with cancer a common question was, do you have a family history? When it relapsed, I even ordered some genetic testing. Though...

Parents everywhere know that what a child eats is important for their growth and development. That is why mealtime can be incredibly stressful, especially if mom is dealing with a picky eater and worrying if...

The modern diet is often lacking in one of its four cornerstones – bitter foods. Bitter is not always the most popular taste for people to seek out. As a result, bitter foods are often lacking in...

In the spirit of Father’s day, there is no better time than to address men’s health and how to better care for these mighty men in our lives. There is increasing worry surrounding men’s health ...

Maybe you think your bones are solid, but in fact your bones are constantly changing. The earlier you start taking action to support your bone health to prevent osteoporosis, the better. Calcium has become the...

Table of ContentsWhat are probiotics?What are the health benefits of probiotics?Why do I need a probiotic?Can we rely on fermented foods?Introduction of Genus, Species and StrainsSpeicies VS. StrainsKey Features of Common Probiotic SpeciesLactobacillus acidophilusLactobacillus caseiLactobacillus...