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Vitamin D3 2,500 IU – The New Dose in Town

Earlier this year, Health Canada increased the maximum amount of vitamin D in supplements sold over the counter from 1,000 IU to 2,500 IU per dose for adults over the age of 19. This change was driven by an increasing amount of evidence to support the safety of higher vitamin D limits.

Look out Viagra: Ancient remedy aids erectile dysfunction

Men with sexual difficulties due to trouble achieving erection may find help in Korean red ginseng (Panax ginseng), one of the oldest natural remedies. Worldwide, erectile dysfunction, or impotence, affects almost half of men over the age of 40. Often the problem is...

Vitamin E may protect kidney dialysis patients

Patients with kidney failure or undergoing long-term dialysis commonly have elevated levels of free radicals. These free radicals may contribute to an increased risk of heart disease, a leading cause of death among dialysis patients. Researchers asked 14 male and...

Lycopene improves prostate cancer

A recent study highlights once again the anti-cancer benefits of eating tomato products that contain lycopene, a nutrient in the carotene family. Lycopene is also available in capsule form as a dietary supplement. Past studies showing lycopene decreases prostate...

25 Ways to Embrace Health

Make 2015 your best year ever! 2015 is a fresh start to refresh our minds and bodies. As we tear the wrappings off a new calendar, those empty, blank days represent blank slates bursting with opportunities for us to embrace health like never before. Setting SMART...

Rejuvenating Oils

Rejuvenating Oils

For a healthy skin makeover  This time of year is a wonderful time for rejuvenation—and that includes creating healthy, glowing skin. One great way to kick-start any skin renewal plan is to begin using a natural skin care oil. Soothing and nourishing Oils not only...

Culinary spices that heal.

Culinary spices that heal.

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Antioxidant packed avocado spirulina face mask

Antioxidant packed avocado spirulina face mask

Here's a DIY Avocado & Spirulina Face Mask! The avocado hydrates the skin and locks in moisture, and the spirulina is antibacterial and full of antioxidants, so it can clear pores, reduce lines, and soften wrinkles. (Plus the lemon juice and apple cider vinegar to...