Single Herbs, Supplements, & Ingredients

With so many sugars and sweeteners on the market today, choosing the 'right one' can feel overwhelming. From truly natural sweeteners like honey and maple syrup to sugar alcohols and zero-calorie artificial sweeteners (aspartame being the big one), the options on shelves today are seemingly endless - but some come with serious health risks and drawbacks. Whether you're managing your blood sugar, trying to cut down on sugar intake, or simply just want to better understand what you're putting in your body - we're here to help! A high sugar intake is not healthy for our bodies, but let's face it - it is very difficult to cut out sugar entirely. And as studies emerge on the effects of sugar substitutes, we are better understanding the risks associated with many of them. So, when you're looking for a bit of sweet whether its in your coffee or you're reading the ingredients list on a product in the grocery store it is best to be informed. In this post, we'll break down the pros and cons of each category - and some of the most popular kinds in each - so you can make more educated choices and find what's best for you.

In this series, join Rebecca, a Certified Nutritional Practitioner and the manager of our Lindsay store, and Jonathan, our Marketing Assistant, as they dive into various health and wellness topics.

Everybody has been talking about collagen recently and there's a good reason why. It's incredibly beneficial for you! Collagen is the most abundant protein in your body, making up 30% of your protein mass. It can be found in bones, connective tissues, muscles, hair, skin, nails and even our blood vessels.

Let's talk about spirulina. This bright green powder is an amazing superfood full of vitamins and nutrients that benefit the body in so many ways.

We have had some questions lately from customers about Magnesium Stearate. What is it? Where does it come from? Why and where is it used? And most importantly, is it safe? Let's dive in.

ReCleanse Herbal Cleanse activates your body’s natural cleansing systems during this one week program. Each person is different based on lifestyle, genetics, and toxic accumulation over years, or even decades!

Formulated by Naturopathic Doctor, Brenda Watson, this 30-day cleansing system is designed to reduce toxic load and relieve constipation.

This 14 or 30 day homeopathic cleanse works at subtle levels to stimulate detoxification through the liver, kidneys, skin, and lymphatic system. It is generally well tolerated due to the mild dosage of the ingredients.