Ease Symptoms & Get Better Faster!

by oakville, October 29, 2009 | Permalink

Astragalus

• Used preventively, this herb enhances the immune system by boosting the function and activity of white blood cells such as T-cells and B cells.

Elderberry

• Fruit extract found in popular cold and flu syrups that has been shown to decrease severity of symptoms as well as shorten the duration of cold and flu
• Noted for its great taste; great for kids!
• Use quality products made from elderberry extract rather than the fresh whole plant (the non-extract version)

Echinacea

• Well designed studies that have used the appropriate amount, the appropriate species and the appropriate part of the plant have shown that this herb is effective for supporting immune health
• As with all herbs, quality matters

More natural immune boosters

by oakville, October 28, 2009 | Permalink

Dark leafy greens like kale hold immune-boosting carotenoids, beta-carotene and lutein.   Like all cruciferous vegetables, dark leafies have numerous powerful phytochemicals.

Vitamin A is responsible for the body’s first lines of defense, the respiratory tract and mucus membranes.

Ginger’s healing properties have been lauded since ancient times in Asia, India and elsewhere and now for immune system support.

Vitamin C is integral for white blood cell production and healthy inflammation response.  Studies show it can decrease the severity and duration of the common cold.

Fermented foods (yogurt, kefir, kombucha), miso (soybean paste) contain probiotics.   Probiotics aide your body in maintaining healthy levels of beneficial bacteria in the gut and intestines, very important for immune system function.

Ingredients for Stronger Immune System

by oakville, October 27, 2009 | Permalink

Many foods, herbs and spices contain nutrients that may help you with colds and flu.   Listen to your grandmother, garlic has been shown to decrease the number of people who got a cold and its duration.  Some other common spices that support a healthy immune system include turmeric, cayenne and allspice.

Tips to Ward Off Cold and Flu

by oakville, October 26, 2009 | Permalink

#1 Prevention Tip:  Wash your hands, simple and effective.  Remember;

• Cold viruses can live on objects for up to three hours
• Flu can spread before symptoms even start
• Use natural hand sanitizers to help keep hands clean

How to tell if you’ve come down with a cold or the dreaded flu.

by oakville, October 22, 2009 | Permalink

• Colds rarely cause fever.  Flu usually does, says the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases.
• Flu may also include fatigue, muscle discomfort and cough.
• The common cold is actually an upper respiratory tract infection
• Symptons include sneezing, runny and stuffy nose, sinus swelling, headache, cough, scratchy throat.
• Common colds usually last one to two weeks.

Is it Cold or the Flu?

by oakville, October 20, 2009 | Permalink

You can’t pick up the paper or log on to your favourite news site without reading something about H1N1.   Coming up this November the Whole Body Be Good brochure will be featuring information about Cold & Flu:  Prevention, Symptoms, Answers.   Over the next few days, I’ll blog a couple of highlights from the brochure.   Are you ready for flu season?

Meet Hockey Legend Gary Roberts

by oakville, October 14, 2009 | Permalink

Saturday, October 17th Noon to 2:00pm

In collaboration with Beretta Organic Farms we are pleased to host hockey legend Gary Roberts.   This former Toronto Maple Leaf feels strongly about maintaining a healthy eating regime and in supporting local organic farmers.  He will be on hand to autograph your hockey memorabilia and have your picture taken with Gary courtesy of Beretta Organic Farms.   The Beretta Team will also be on hand to sample their delicious grass fed beef.

Credo Bags Reusable Produce Bag

by oakville, October 13, 2009 | Permalink

New product and one which many of our customers have been asking for to replace plastic bags in Produce.  This reusable produce bag has a drawstring closure and is made of 100% cotton.   Great for all fruits and vegetables, they come in two sizes, small $4.99 and large $5.99.  Finally an option for our customers looking to reduce and reuse!

FEED Bag Sale

by oakville, October 5, 2009 | Permalink

What’s not to love about a sale, a cool bag, and nourishing the lives of over 100 children?  FEED Projects was started in 2006 when acclaimed model and activist Lauren Bush designed a bag to benefit the United Nations World Food program’s (WFP) School Feeding operations.  Lauren, a WFP Honorary Spokesperson who has visited eight WFP food aid operations around the world, was inspired by the plight of the people she met on her travels.   The goal of FEED Projects is to market and sell as many FEED 100 bags as possible and to FEED and educate the world’s 400 million hungry children.  Do your part and buy a bag!  They’re on sale for $10 while supplies last.