Keep Your Bones Healthy & Strong

Calcium is most commonly associated with giving bones and teeth their strength. However, calcium is also necessary for such things as blood clotting, muscle contraction and enzyme reactions.

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Managing Lactose Intolerance

Many adults are unable to digest lactose, the naturally occurring sugar found in milk. Lactose intolerance can result in diarrhea, bloating and abdominal pain.

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Active Bacterial Cultures & Probiotics

Two of the most common friendly bacteria added to dairy products are Lactobacillus and Bifidobacteria. Within each group, there are different species (for example, Lactobacillus acidophilus and Bifidobacterium bifidus), and within each species, different strains (or varieties). Health Canada has identified the claims for probiotics and eligible species for these claims.

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Keeping Your Diet Healthy & Balanced

An unbalanced diet that is high in fat and processed foods can lead to a number of digestive disorders, including heartburn, indigestion, acid reflux, gas and constipation. Other preventable factors contributing to digestive disorders can be alcohol consumption, smoking, stress, lack of sleep and lack of exercise.

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Achieving Your Ideal Body Weight

Carrying around extra weight can lead to a number of health problems. Excess weight puts more strain on your heart. It can raise blood pressure, contribute to high blood cholesterol and makes diabetes more likely to develop. Losing excess weight is one of the best ways to reduce your risk of heart disease, not to mention you will feel better about yourself and have more energy!

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