Astragalus membranaceus – “Astragalus” comes from the Greek word for the anklebones or knucklebones of sheep. It is a member of the Fabaceae family, along with peas, legumes and beans, bearing similar characteristics of fern-like foliage and seed pods typical of this plant family. Native to: Mongolia, Korea, and the northern and eastern regions of…
Fortify Kids’ Immunity with Smoothies! Even in the full swing of cold & flu season, it’s still important to be proactive about helping kids to stay healthy! Daily use of Deep Immune® Kids as a preventative tonic to fortify and balance children’s immune systems is an effective way to keep their natural defences strong through the winter…
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” ~ Ben Franklin Many of us look forward to the change of season in the fall… but cold & flu season is another story. Almost everyone experiences a common virus or two throughout the colder months of the year, but there are ways to help…
What is wellness? It has been defined as “the state of being in good health, especially as an actively pursued goal.” Many factors shape our wellbeing, like diet, lifestyle, and relationships. Some are not entirely in our control, but there are some substantial ones we can influence that contribute to our overall health: healthy digestion,…
You’ve eaten well, always get a good’s night sleep, taken immune-supporting supplements and are careful to wash your hands several times a day – but now you feel that familiar tickle at the back of your throat. There’s no doubt about it, a cold is coming on – so now what?
Immunity is a hot topic these days! We all know that we have immune systems and are familiar with the concept of immunity. But understanding more about the immune system can help you to take charge of your wellbeing and protect your health! Here are the basics.
The last couple of years have been exceptionally stressful for everybody – and we’ve gained a greater appreciation for protecting our health. Even at the best of times, finding balance amidst the fast pace of modern life is tricky. The stress response is instinctive – but physiological stress responses that helped our ancestors escape predators…
As September approaches, many families usually look forward to the excitement and change in routine of starting school. Many parents worry about kids being exposed to sickness outside of school, in group activities or on the playground, as socialization increases. Fortunately, you can get peace of mind by protecting your children’s health with powerful…
Vitamin D has become a well-known supplement that plays many roles in human health – and about one in five Canadians are not getting enough*! Vitamin D is a fat-soluble substance made up of a group of steroids. It is unique in that it is both a micronutrient we eat and a hormone generated by…
Sledding, skating, sleepovers! There’s plenty of fun to be had in winter for kids – but the snowy season also presents challenges for staying healthy. Energy levels tend to be lower; light is scarce and common viruses run rampant – especially in classrooms and among groups of children! Many factors shape children’s everyday wellbeing, but…
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