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Digestive Health

When our body is working in order, we rarely give the digestive system a second thought. Still, it often needs a bit of care to keep doing what it does best: fuel our body, day in and day out. Here are a few tips to keep your digestive system in top shape!

Pharmacist's Tip

What you eat, your lifestyle, medication or medical conditions can all disturb your digestion at times. If you suspect one of these factors is at play, talk to your pharmacist to sort this all out.

My Day-to-Day Digestive Health

Even the smallest of change can make or break the delicate balance of your system. Learn how to prevent digestive troubles and deal with their aftermath.

Relieve Constipation With Laxatives

Learn more about the different options for over-the-counter laxatives and how they're used to relieve constipation.
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The Difference Between IBS & IBD

It's easy to confuse Irritable Bowel Syndrome and Inflammattor Bowel Disease. Read on to learn more about their similarities and differences.
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Re-hydration Solutions For Fluid Loss

Learn more about dehydration symptoms, dehydration reactions and the rehydration solutions nedded to compensate for fluid loss.
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Lactose Intolerance: Foods To Avoid

If you are lactose intolerant, it's important to be aware of your tolerance threshold and know which foods you should avoid.
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Food for Thought

By an elaborate process, your digestive system turns meals into body fuel. Discover what helps… and what doesn’t.

Should You Or Shouldn't you Take Probiotics?

Discover our article dedicated to probiotics, the foods that contain them and their health benefits! Click here to learn more!
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5 Tips To Consume More Fiber

Most Canadians don't eat enough fibre. Discover five ways to eat more fibre, to keep your digestive system in good shape.
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5 Things You Should Know About Detox Diets

While detox diets sometimes promise miraculous outcomes, like rapid weight loss, they can actually cause more harm than good.
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Alcohol & Medications: Interactions

Learn how alcohol can affect your health and why combining it with medication can be harmful.
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* The information contained herein is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to provide complete information on the subject matter or to replace the advice of a health professional. This information does not constitute medical consultation, diagnosis or opinion and should not be interpreted as such. Please consult your health care provider if you have any questions about your health, medications or treatment.