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Michelle E. Ginsler, BASc., RD
Nutrition Specialist
Jamieson Laboratories |
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A. José Lança M.D., Ph.D.
Asst Professor, Dept of Pharmacology, Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry
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Geneviève Primard, Naturopath
Vice-President, Naturopath
Prima-Santé Inc. |
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Dr. Penny A. Kendall-Reed
Naturopathic Doctor & Clinic Director
Urban Wellness Clinic |
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Sherry L. Torkos
Pharmacist, Author & Certified Fitness Instructor
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Disclaimer
This editorial content is for your information and interest only. The opinions expressed by the experts are independent of those of Jamieson Laboratories. Jamieson is not responsible/liable for the contents or recommendations expressed here by the subject matter experts, nor does the Company necessarily endorse what has been written by them.
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Feb 15, 2008
By: Michelle E. Ginsler, BASc., RD |
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While the month of February is often associated with Valentine’s Day, it is also Heart Month in Canada. According to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, heart disease is responsible for about one-third of all deaths in this country. While this statistic is alarming, the good news is... |
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Jan 4, 2008
By: Michelle E. Ginsler, BASc., RD |
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After several weeks of eating and drinking over the holidays, there is no better time than right now to make a fresh start. With a list of New Year’s resolutions firmly in place, a “cleansing” detoxification diet may be at the top of your list. Here’s how to stick with your plan.... |
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Dec 19, 2007
By: Michelle E. Ginsler, BASc., RD |
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The effects of holiday stress and busy schedules combined with cold and dreary winter days make it challenging to eat well at this time of year. There are a number of places people “get caught” making poor food choices over the holidays, leading to weight gain, low energy and hig... |
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Sep 26, 2007
By: Dr. Penny A. Kendall-Reed |
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There may be more to the old saying “a drink to your health” than just good wishes, at least when it comes to red wine. Red wine gets its colour from the grape skins, which are included in the fermentation process – in white wine they are removed. As grape skin contains an acti... |
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Jun 26, 2007
By: Dr. Penny A. Kendall-Reed |
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Vitamins, minerals and fatty acids are essential to the function and growth of the body. They are required for every enzymatic and biochemical reaction, from the conversion of food into fuel, to the repair of heart and liver tissue. Although we can obtain some of these crucial ... |
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Jun 6, 2007
By: A. José Lança M.D., Ph.D. |
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Normal cell functioning generates oxidative products that accumulate in the body tissues. Abnormally increased oxidative processes, also known as oxidative stress, occur in aging and disease states such as inflammation, diabetes and some neurodegenerative diseases (Valko et al., ... |
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Jun 1, 2007
By: Dr. Penny A. Kendall-Reed |
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Vitamin D
Vitamin D is fat-soluble vitamin that is crucial to the development and maintenance our bones, but also to our immune system, prevention of disease and control of several hormones.
Vitamin D is primarily produced in the skin from the sun. UV rays from the sun tri... |
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May 28, 2007
By: A. José Lança M.D., Ph.D. |
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Ginkgo biloba
Preparations from leafs of the ginkgo tree (Ginkgo biloba) have long been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of conditions, including vascular diseases and cognitive impairments resulting from aging. Currently, numerous studies support the ef... |
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May 4, 2007
By: Michelle E. Ginsler, BASc., RD |
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Calcium is a major mineral in the body that is perhaps most well known for its role in the formation and maintenance of strong, healthy bones and tooth enamel. Although the majority of calcium in the body is found stored in the bones and teeth, a small amount is also found in th... |
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Apr 13, 2007
By: Dr. Penny A. Kendall-Reed |
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Pomegranate
In ancient times pomegranate fruit was regarded as a symbol of fertility, primarily due to its round, voluptuous shape bursting with ripe seeds. However, due to the myriad of health benefits it offers, this exotic fruit is now the centre of attention within... |
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