February 24, 2015
By Guest Blogger: Danielle Lebon, Registered Massage Therapist, Acupuncturist, & Nutritionist Candidate High blood pressure affects 7.4 millions of Canadians, according to Hypertension Canada. The great news is you can take control with diet and exercise! I want to share some simple and easy tips to help you improve your blood pressure or, if you […]
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September 7, 2012
Did you know pomegranates are one of the most healing of fruits? The health benefits of pomegranates stem from their high concentration of antioxidant- rich polyphenols. Research has shown that pomegranates can: Lower blood pressure Lower LDL cholesterol (the bad cholesterol) and increase HDL (the good cholesterol) Fight against cancer (particularly breast, prostate, colon, lung, and […]
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May 29, 2012
Flax! This popular seed is not given enough credit for its nutritious and fiber-rich properties. Loaded with health benefits, we should all make sure we get a daily serving of this helpful food. Want to know more? Here are some of flaxseed’s benefits: Serves as Nature’s Broom. This seed is packed with fiber and helps clean out […]
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Hibiscus tea is a powerful caffeine-free herbal tea that can: Lower blood pressure. A recent study indicated that drinking 3 cups of hibiscus tea daily for 6 weeks can reduce systolic blood pressure. Lower cholesterol. Hibiscus tea reduces LDL levels (the “bad” cholesterol) and also prevents damage to LDL cells that can lead to heart disease. Reduce […]
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