Be sure to get the recommended amount of calcium every day. Calcium supplements, like those at webbernaturals.com, come in a variety of forms (capsules, tablets and even toffee-like chews), dosages and combinations with Magnesium, Vitamin D, phosphorus and zinc – all nutrients that can improve the absorption and efficacy of Calcium. The Osteoporosis Society of Canada recommends the following intake of calcium and Vitamin D every day to maintain strong bones: (more…)

While just a few years ago, organic products could only be found in specialty food stores, they’re now widely available at most grocery stores and markets. Most people have a general sense that organic food is beneficial but may not be clear on the specific benefits it has to offer. With the recent increase in organic product lines, such as Sobeys’ Compliments Organic line, it is now easier than ever to incorporate organic food into busy lifestyles. This winter, consider the following reasons to eat ‘green’. (more…)

For many people, hearing loss is a problem that can limit their social interaction and other parts of their life. A large number of people in the country suffer from hearing loss and some are even born with it each year. Many cases of hearing loss occur because of carelessness or because of a lifestyle in which loud noises are an everyday occurrence. Since hearing is such an important sense, there are many things you can do prevent suffering from loss of hearing.

There are three common types of hearing loss, according to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association’s (ASHA) web site. The first is called conductive hearing loss, where muffled or faint sounds can’t be heard because of a blockage in the outer ear canal. This can occur from wax build-up or even damage to the small bones inside the middle ear. Conductive hearing loss can usually be corrected with surgery. Sensorineural hearing loss occurs when damage is done to the cochlea within the inner ear or to the nerve endings leading to the brain. This type of damage can occur because of an illness, disease, injury, or even medications. This type of hearing loss can’t be corrected with a surgical procedure. A mixed loss of hearing occurs when there is damage to both the inner and outer ear. (more…)

Limiting salt (sodium) is important for controlling blood pressure, a complication of diabetes. Choose lower salt tinned goods and find ways to make your own recipes from staples you buy in jars or tins.

Recipe makeover

Make your own tomato sauce by sautéing some onion and garlic with herbs such as oregano, basil and dried parsley in a few drops of oil for a few minutes. Add diced canned tomatoes and simmer slowly over low heat for at least 30 minutes. To thicken, add a tablespoon or more of tomato paste. (more…)

Do you you suffer from nausea, cramps, bloating, gas, or diarrhea after drinking milk or eating dairy products?

You may be lactose intolerant. This is a common reaction. According to some reports, between 30 and 50 million Americans are lactose intolerant.

Lactose is the sugar found in milk and other dairy products. The small intestine produces an enzyme called lactase whose job it is to break lactose down into two simple sugars called glucose and galactose. The glucose is then absorbed into the bloodstream for nourishment. If your body does not produce enough lactase, the unaltered lactose makes its way into the large intestine and begins to ferment, producing acids and gases.

ALLERGY OR INTOLERANCE? (more…)

Healthy living is a priority for everyone – making good nutritional choices and maintaining a healthy body weight are important steps to living a healthy life. For those who suffer from a chronic disease, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), being healthy is an important element to the management of the disease. (more…)

It is important to know your cholesterol numbers. For someone with normal numbers and no additional predictive factors pointing to a danger of high cholesterol, the few tests suggested by the doctor should be sufficient. For someone 20 years or older, a test every 5 years is the suggested number, until the results start showing traces of high cholesterol. (more…)

Today, fast food became a way of life. Some studies have shown that by just eating two fastfood meals a week, exactly what they ate didn’t seem to matter much. Breakfast sandwiches, fries, burgers and nuggets all meant a greater risk of obesity and it can increase the chances of obesity by 50%. It is not only fast, cheap and convenient, it also tastes good, making it harder to resist. It contains high levels of sodium, refined sugar, oil and refined flour. This combination alone can be harmful to one health as well as cause obesity. (more…)

A bouquet of fresh roses should be placed in the most used part of the house early Thanksgiving day. The aroma is said to relieve anxiety.

Make sure you get to bed early the night before. Adequate sleep helps with potential nerve problems the next day when the house is filled to the brim with friends and family.