Herbs, Vitamins & Minerals Vitamin D, What is it? By Andrea Holwegner, Health Stand Nutrition Consulting Inc. Vitamin D is a fat soluble vitamin that is found in food and can also be made in your body after exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun. The primary function of vitamin D in the body…
READ MOREBy Andrea Holwegner, Health Stand Nutrition Consulting Inc. The Calcium Connection BONE HEALTH Low calcium intake throughout life is a risk factor for osteoporosis or brittle bones. Over 30 years of research has shown that higher calcium intakes lead to greater bone gain during growth, reduced loss with age, and reduced fracture risk. BLOOD PRESSURE…
READ MOREBy Andrea Holwegner, Health Stand Nutrition Consulting Inc. Black cohosh has been used as a treatment for menopause for decades in the traditional medicine field and is extensively used in Europe. Black cohosh is known for its effectiveness in treating menopause symptoms (hot flashes, heart palpitations, sleep disturbances, and mood changes), of if you have…
READ MOREMilk Allergy: Click here to read about Milk Allergy (Government of Canada/Health Canada) Click here to read about a Milk-free diet (Dietitians of Canada) Lactose Intolerance: Click here to read about Lactose Intolerance (US Department of Health) Click here to read about Food Sources of Lactose (Dietitians of Canada) Click here to read about Managing Lactose Intolerance (Dietitians of Canada)
READ MOREAt this time of year, it’s natural to think about – and struggle to achieve – your wellness goals. This was definitely the case with a previous client of mine.
Cynthia was a baby boomer with two teenagers and a busy job in the oil and gas industry. Her goal was to lose the 25 pounds she had put on over the past two decades. Cynthia was discouraged that despite following many diets and trying to exercise, she could not seem to lose the weight for good.
Examining why people fail at something they want to achieve is often more beneficial than reviewing successes. Before setting your New Year’s resolution, consider these three reasons people fail, inspired by a 2008 article in Canadian Psychology written by Richard Koestner…
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