Probiotics

Beautiful, Beneficial Bugs by Desiree Nielsen, BSc RD

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This month we’re all about probiotics—so we wanted to speak to a bug-expert, of sorts, about how probiotics can support optimal health and what you need to know about finding a good quality supplement. Desiree Nielsen is a registered dietitian in private practice in Vancouver, and Education Specialist for Bio-K+, a family owned, Canadian manufacturer […]

Could Our Gut Bacteria Be Tipping the Bathroom Scale?

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According to two brand new studies, our intestinal microflora (yes, that’s right, those little critters in our guts), could play a major role in weight loss and weight gain. And importantly, this science may have huge implications for better, more effective ways to lose weight! Here’s what the science is saying, and our team’s take […]

Summertime Coleslaw Recipe

Coleslaw Recipe: Probiotics

Just in time for summer, try our twist on the classic summertime staple coleslaw. Our version is chock full of probiotics, those friendly little intestinal critters that science is just raving about these days. Great for your digestion, immunity, and even mental health, there’s just so much to love about these little guys. We strongly […]

Top 5 Probiotic Rich Foods

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This month our focus is on probiotics and if you are like most people, the first food that comes to mind is probably yogurt. Consuming yogurt is a great start but most only contain 1 or 2 strains of beneficial bacteria and for optimum health you require a range of bacterial strains. To ensure you […]