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02 Aug

Posted at 15:43h in Skin Health

Collagen is a protein that gets digested just like any dietary protein, such as fish or chicken. So can it possibly stimulate our own collagen? Oral (powdered) collagen approved by Health Canada is a hydrolyzed collagen, meaning it is broken down into amino acids for increased...

02 Aug

Posted at 15:37h in Recipes

Here’s a simple recipe for a coleslaw-type salad that tastes amazing! It’s made with a light lemon dressing and spiced up with toasted pumpkin seeds and dried fruit. Gluten-free and vegan. P.S. Purple cabbage has six times more antioxidants than white cabbage, so you can...

03 Jul

Posted at 16:18h in Skin Health

Choosing the right sun protection and applying it properly are the most important steps you can take to protect your skin from the sun’s harmful rays, even if you live in Vancouver. It sounds simple, but these steps are often misunderstood. Here are the basics: ...

03 Jul

Posted at 16:18h in Aging, Skin Health

If you’re wondering whether a lotion or cream will do what it claims, only a few substances have a scientifically demonstrated ability to reduce or prevent wrinkles in controlled studies. Most of the ingredients in skin care products aren’t harmful, but while you may enjoy...