Many people take Magnesium supplements in order to ensure they are getting enough on a daily basis. There are also a number of foods that are high in Magnesium such as salmon, tofu, banana, chia seeds, pumpkin seeds, raisins, black beans, spinach and cashews to name a few. Here is a magnesium rich recipe you can include to ensure you are eating enough magnesium. No bake Cranberry/Raisin/Cashew Bars Ingredients 1 cup (500 mL) cranberries 1 cup (500ml) raisins 1/4 cup (60 mL) water 2 Tbsp (30 mL) maple syrup 3/4 tsp (3 mL) ground cinnamon, divided 1/2 tsp (2 mL) vanilla extract 2 Tbsp (30 mL) chia seeds 1 cups (350 mL) cashew halves ½ c (120ml) pumpkin seeds 1...
I get so many questions about collagen - why is it important, what types are effective, when to take it, how to take it etc. So here are some of the facts you need to know about this important nutrient we all can’t get enough of. What are the health benefits of taking collagen? Most people think of skin and joints, but your teeth, cornea of your eye, blood vessels, and digestive tract are all places you might not expect collagen to be, but collagen is pretty much everywhere in the body. The word collagen actually stems from the Greek word ‘kolla’ which literally translates to ‘glue’. The second part of the word ‘gen’, in Greek means “to produce” or...
While we often think of oral health as simply having healthy teeth, there is growing evidence suggesting that the health of our mouths may have a much broader impact on our well-being. In fact, studies have linked oral health to various systemic conditions such as cardiovascular health, diabetes management, and even cognitive function. Good oral health extends beyond having healthy teeth. It includes the health of various structures such as the gums, bones, ligaments, and nerves. It also involves the ability to perform basic functions like speaking, smiling, tasting, chewing, and swallowing. Poor oral health, which ranges from mild to severe can impact self-esteem and social development, hinder proper nutrition and growth and most importantly can cause significant issues with...
Sadly I am seeing a lot more people with digestive issues (bloating, gas, constipation, cramping and pain), but luckily many of them feel much better as soon as they eliminate all forms of wheat and gluten from their diet. Why is this? For some it is gluten, the main structural protein contained in wheat. Gluten is actually made up of 2 proteins, gliadin, a water soluble component and glutenin, a lipotrophic/water in-soluble component. It is this biomorphic feature that allows gluten to take on it’s sticky, gluey and chewy ability to make fluffy bread or delicious croissants, but it is the gliadin component of the gluten that induces the strong autoimmune reaction. And for others it is what is found...
What is Botanical Medicine? Botanical Medicine refers to using a plant’s seeds, berries, roots, leaves, bark, or flowers for medicinal purposes. Botanical Medicine has a long tradition of use outside conventional medicine and since ancient times has been used by many different cultures throughout the world to treat illness and to assist bodily functions. It is becoming more mainstream as improvements in production, along with advances in clinical research, show the value of herbal medicine in treating and preventing disease. What is the history of Botanical Medicine? Plants have been used for medicinal purposes long before recorded history. Ancient Chinese and Egyptian papyrus writings describe medicinal uses for plants as early as 3,000 BC. In the early 19th century, when...
