The combination of bilberry with other nutrients may be essential to support and maintain eye health. Here's what a phytochemist (yes, that's a thing) has to say.

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Sherry Xie, PhD, is a phytochemist who specializes in functional herbal compounds associated with human health and natural health product formulation. She is also the chief scientific officer of Viva Pharmaceutical Inc.

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Protein has many functions in our body, including helping us regulate our food intake and aiding with bone metabolism, sugar and fat metabolism, blood pressure-—and yes, even immune function. When it comes to vegetable proteins, here's what you need to look for.

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Joanne Carr, RHN, has more than 15 years of experience as a registered holistic nutritionist. She has lectured at natural health product seminars across Canada and contributes to various health publications.

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While people routinely use detox for overall health, the jury is still out on whether it can improve mitochondrial function. What we can theorize, however, from emerging research, is that avoiding certain toxins may help preserve mitochondrial function and slow their demise.

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Lee Know, ND (inactive), is the recipient of several awards, leads scientific affairs for Cannanda, and is the author of <a href="http://amzn.to/2FAgoBI">Mitochondria and the Future of Medicine</a> (Chelsea Green, 2018).

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You might be planning to do a spring cleanse. If so, good news: there are plenty of cleanses that don’t cause intestinal cramping or diarrhea.

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Dr. Sara Celik is a naturopathic doctor and homeopathic master clinician with more than 15 years of experience and an extensive clinical and educational background in natural health.

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Understanding vitamin K and its important roles in biological functions can be complex. Here's what you should know about the two basic types of this vitamin: vitamins K1 and K2.

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Jenna Mangan, CNP, RYT, is a holistic nutritionist and yoga instructor from Toronto, who specializes in working with athletes.

You might have heard more about fermented turmeric lately. But what’s the difference between regular turmeric and fermented turmeric?

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Graham Botfield, based out of London, England, has 12 years of experience as a nutritional therapist, lecturer, and researcher within the natural health field.

You may have wondered if natural cough remedies actually work. Here's what a naturopathic doctor thinks about honey, herbs, and other natural options.

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Terry Vanderheyden, ND has been practising since 1994. He also works as a consultant to the natural health products industry.

You might have heard that beets boast antiaging properties. But is that backed up by research? A naturopathic doctor weighs in.

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Philip Rouchotas is a practising ND and a professor of clinical nutrition at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine.

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Could your gastrointestinal symptoms be the result of “leaky gut"? Here's what leaky gut is, and what you can do to fix it.

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Samantha Gladish is a registered holistic nutritionist who coaches women all over the globe, helping them lose weight and balance their hormones with delicious food.

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There are countless reasons why people experience digestive discomfort with meals. We review three ways to naturally address gas and bloating.

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Ever wondered, "Why do my menopause symptoms fluctuate?" Well, it may have to do with a few different things: stress, lifestyle, sleep, and more.

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Krista Halton has worked in the health industry for more than 12 years. Her wealth of knowledge and passion for the industry are what drive her to educate Canadians on natural alternatives for healing.

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You may have heard that curcumin is helpful for liver detoxification. But what are the other science-backed health benefits of curcumin?

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Terry Lemerond is a natural health pioneer and expert with over 40 years’ experience, including industry firsts in research, botanical standardization, and innovation.

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Runny nose, scratchy throat, sniffles? With spring in the air and pollen as its sidekick, knowing the difference between a cold and allergies is essential.

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Here's what a registered holistic nutritionist has to say to a common question: can antioxidants really help prevent cancer?

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When life gets hectic, energy can be in short supply. These are the natural energy boosters that a registered dietitian recommends.

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Desiree Nielsen, BSc, RD, a registered dietitian, host of The Allsorts Podcast and author of the bestselling plant-based cookbook, Eat More Plants.

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Chocolate is amazing, but there's no way it's a health food, right? You might be surprised by the science-backed health benefits of dark chocolate.

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Heidi Fritz, MA, ND, is a research fellow and practices at the Bolton Naturopathic Clinic and the Springdale Medical Centre in Brampton, Ontario.

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Your body has a pretty fantastic detoxification system, but toxins can still build up. Here are some simple ways to detox your body.

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Angela Wright, RNCP, focuses on educating and empowering clients to make gradual tweaks and upgrades to healthier ways of eating and living. She is lead nutritionist at InspireHealth Vancouver.

If you have a family history of early-onset cognitive impairment, is there anything you can do to reduce your risk? (Spoiler alert: yes.)

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Jonathan Beatty is a doctor of naturopathic medicine, a graduate of the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine, with a degree in nutrition and nutraceutical science from the University of Guelph.

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Can natural products help protect your eye health? We take a look at the science to break down the connection between antioxidants and eye health.