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Asthma: Breath Easy
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ithout breath we cannot survive. Asthma can make it challenging for many to catch their breath. During an asthmatic attack your respiratory tract becomes inflamed, mucus starts to build up and the muscles in your airways tighten. The resulting symptoms include wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath and chest tightness. Symptoms range in severity from mild to potentially life threatening. These symptoms often first appear in childhood but may also develop in adults. The causes of asthma are not fully understood. Asthma is a type of allergic response that involves our respiratory tract overreacting to trigger substances. Common triggers include: • Allergens: dust, pollens, grass, moulds • Irritants: smoke, pollution, chemicals, cold air • Viral infections (cold/flu) • Exercise The best strategy to prevent asthma attacks is to avoid whenever possible these potential triggers. An annual flu shot and frequent hand washing can reduce your risk of viral infections. Also consider staying indoors during those times when the pollen counts are high or the grass is freshly cut. Wear a mask when you might be exposed to dust, moulds or strong chemicals. Stop smoking and stay Kristy Horner, B.Sc (Pharm) Pharmacist, Pure Robson
clear of smoky areas. On cold days make sure to bundle up. A journal can be a useful tool to help you identify your asthma triggers. It is important to work with your doctor to develop a clear asthma action plan to manage your symptoms. Prescription medications can help to control asthma your symptoms. Inhalers (puffers) can help to either relieve or prevent asthma attacks. Mild symptoms can often be controlled using a fast-acting bronchodilator inhaler like salbutamol (Ventolin) as needed to help open up your airways. Those with more frequent symptoms are recommended to use a corticosteroid inhaler like fluticasone (Flovent) to prevent attacks by reducing inflammation. There are also combination puffers (eg. Advair, Symbicort) that contain long-acting bronchodilators with corticosteroids for those who asthma is not well controlled on a corticosteroids alone. Another key to controlling asthma symptoms is making sure you are using your inhaler correctly. A spacer device can be attached to most inhalers to assist in delivering the medication to your lungs. It is recommended that children who require inhalers to manage their asthma use a spacer. Make sure you ask your doctor or pharmacist if are unsure about your medications. At Pure Pharmacy we are here to help you breathe easy.
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Pure Altruism:
Purica’s Locally Grown Success
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ason Watkin never intended to start his own supplement company. In fact, he never even meant to develop a product. But now, as his 16,000-square-foot Duncan facility nears completion, he reflects upon his humble beginnings in his brother’s garage, propelled by a simple desire to help people. His brother and their parents remortgaged their houses to finance the business’s start-up costs. The Vancouver Island family believed in the product and put everything they had into it. And all because they knew they could make a difference. Step back to the early nineties, when Jason was working in Europe as a nutritional consultant to dancers in the Royal Dutch Ballet. It was his job to help the dancers through their difficult injuries. He came up with a formula to treat them that worked so well, MDs began asking him to make it available as a product. Jason returned to Canada, excited to finalize a prototype. Jason’s brother, Trevor, had no real interest in Jason’s endeavours. But Trevor had suffered terrible dermatitis for years. He had seen many doctors and tried many treatments, and nothing worked. Unconvinced, Trevor agreed to try his brother’s “Recovery” product. When an incredulous Trevor saw his skin condition completely recover after nearly a decade of extreme discomfort, he went into business with Jason to help impact other people’s lives as powerfully as his own. And it worked. Beginning with the wellness-minded communities of Vancouver Island before expanding internationally, Jason and Trevor’s company, Purica, is changing lives. The Purica website is filled with heartfelt thanks from customers like the woman who suffered chronic joint pain for 27 miserable years until she
tried Recovery, and many others. “At Purica,” remarks Jason, “we are genuinely dedicated to helping people live healthier lives. Everyone in our Duncan office has a deep connection to our community and we sincerely care about the work we are doing.” Rob Adelson, Purica’s marketing director, adds, “In the course of my career, I’ve had an inside look at hundreds of companies across North America and Europe – and there’s something unique about these guys.” He elaborates: “You don’t see honesty and integrity like this in business; people so compassionate and so dedicated to their vision.” Visit Purica.com to learn more about this locally grown Vancouver Island company and their antioxidant and medicinal mushroom products of unsurpassed quality. By: Liberty Craig
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May Is Celiac Awareness Month!
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here is so much more talk about Gluten-Free foods than ever before, but at the same time I believe there are still many misconceptions about whether or not people think it is an actual disease, medical condition or just a passing fad. The following article will hopefully bring to light what gluten is, the seriousness of this disease, its symptoms, possible testing options and resources for further information. What is gluten you ask? It is the protein found in grass related grains like wheat, barley, rye, spelt and kamut. It is from the part of the grain that flour is made from. Gluten is what gives baked goods their elasticity, springiness of texture and the structural stability to hold together. What is Celiac disease? A genetically based auto-immune disorder in which specific proteins from wheat, barley, rye, spelt, kamut (all of which contain gluten) trigger progressive destruction of the villi in the small intestine. This reaction prevents the body from properly absorbing nutrients from the foods eaten and leads to further nutrient depletion. Continued consumption of these grains if you are celiac can cause extensive bowel damage and in some cases, bowel cancer. What are some symptoms of intolerance? Constipation, diarrhea,
extreme weakness or fatigue, weightloss/weight-gain, migraines, vomiting, neuropathy, dermatitis herpatiformis, anemia, swelling of the hands and feet, bone and joint pain and many more. How do I get diagnosed? There are 2 types of blood tests called Blood serum IgA endomysial (EMA) and Blood serum IgA tissue transglutaminase (TTG). The other option if those come back negative, is an intestinal biopsy (a small piece of the intestine is clipped out for analysis). Resources for support: Canadian Celiac Association www.celiac.ca Gluten Intolerance Group (US) www.gluten.net Websites with great recipes and tips: www.nourishingmeals.com www.livingwithout.com www.LiveTheSmartWay.com You can speak to our Natural Health Advisors and our Pharmacists at any of our locations to find out which natural products can heal the damage in the gut and help you achieve your health goals. For your shopping convenience, most of our locations have a selection of gluten-free snacks, food items and even pre-made flour mixes to choose from. Fiona Ehrenholz, Natural Health Advisor, Pure Chilliwack
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Steps to Beautiful Skin, Hair & Nails by Lorna Vanderhaeghe, MS
Youthful skin has abundant collagen making the skin smooth and wrinkle free. Active Collagen has been shown to reduce the depth of deep wrinkles in 28 days. Start taking Active Collagen today for beautiful skin.
Beautiful glowing skin comes from within. A very special fatty acid called GLA is required to maintain healthy skin. Skin disorders like eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, dermatitis, wrinkles, acne and dry skin occur when we do not have enough GLA. GLA makes your skin luminescent, dewy and glowing. The main reason our skin becomes dull and thick after menopause is due to the inability to make GLA. It is essential that we take a daily dose of GLA to ensure beautiful skin. GLA is not found in fish or flax oil. GLA SKIN OIL is a highly concentrated organic GLA supplement. After 3 weeks of taking GLA SKIN OIL your friends will be asking if you have had “work” done.
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Your hair, nails and bones need Collagen Plus with biotin. For strong nails and bones and thick, fast growing hair in 60 days take Collagen Plus. Hyaluronic acid, squalene and celadrin will transform the appearance of your skin. A 60 day study showed Celadrin Super Rich Skin Therapy Cream applied twice a day reduced wrinkles dramatically.
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2 Steps to Beautiful Skin
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ou may have noticed lately that your skin is showing more wear and tear. Maybe you see tiny lines crossing the delicate skin around your eyes and mouth. Or your skin may lack that youthful glow or be sagging. Make Your Skin Glow Your skin needs a very special essential fatty acid called GLA. GLA is called “essential” because we have to make it from the food we eat. Sadly the North American diet is made up predominantly of bad fats and devoid of “good” fats. And even if you eat well, to make matters, an enzyme that makes GLA from our food is often impaired especially after menopause which means you can’t make GLA from the foods you eat – the only way to get this important fatty acid is from a bottle. GLA is not found in fish or flaxseed oil so those oils don’t have the same skin benefit as GLA. The main source of GLA is found in borage oil (24%) and to a much lesser extent evening primrose oil (8%). Consuming GLA SKIN Oil is the fastest way to gorgeous skin . Collagen for Smooth Skin Collagen also plays a critical role in skin health. You have probably noticed how baby skin is so soft and smooth. Youthful skin is abundant in collagen and elastin fibers that lock in moisture and keep the skin firm. As we age, however, collagen production naturally declines. Women in menopause are
especially susceptible to collagen deficiency. Research shows that women lose as much as 30 percent of their skin collagen in the first couple of years following menopause. And as if that is not bad enough, skin elasticity declines as well after menopause. It is the loss of collagen that causes sagging skin and wrinkles. Reduce Deep Wrinkles in 28 days Collagen is the key to smooth, beautiful skin. French researchers were able to reduce the depth of deep wrinkles in 28 days using Active Collagen. They gave women with deep crow’s feet wrinkles 2000mg of Active Collagen per day and discovered a decrease in deep wrinkles as well as increased moisture content in the skin. At day 28 over 70 percent of the women had a 30 percent reduction of their deep wrinkles. By day 84 a dramatic increase in skin moisture, a reduction in sagging skin and improvement in wrinkles was seenand the results just kept getting better the longer Active Collagen was used. No other nutrient or skin topical has been found to reduce the depth of deep wrinkles like Active Collagen. Research proves Active Collagen provides a dramatic improvement in the look and feel of your skin. For beauty from the inside out take Active Collagen and GLA everyday. Lorna R. Vanderhaeghe, MS A women’s health expert with degrees in nutrition and biochemistry. She is the author of eleven books. Go to www.hormonehelp.com to read her FREE books.
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Iron deficiency - Could it be what’s bringing you down?
If you feel tired a lot, regardless of how much sleep you get, get your iron checked. This is especially true if you have any of the other symptoms listed above. Iron deficiency is diagnosed with a simple blood test called “ferritin”. Any medical doctor or naturopathic doctor can send you for this test and the results are usually back within a few days. What causes iron deficiency? Iron levels drop when the amount of iron in the diet cannot keep up with the amount of iron the body needs. Situations where the risk for iron deficiency increases include: vegetarian diets, poor nutrition, frequent blood donation, heavy menstrual periods, endurance athletes, pregnancy. Some health conditions can also increase the risk of iron deficiency by interfering with iron absorption or by increasing iron loss from the body. Why does iron deficiency make me feel so bad?
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often see patients with some combination of these tell tale symptoms: tiredness, poor concentration, weakness, shortness of breath, irritability, dizziness, dull headaches. Most of the time, these patients are women and they are looking for help because the symptoms have become so bothersome that they feel they just cannot function properly anymore at work, at home or in general. In cases like these, the first thing that should be ruled out is iron deficiency. It is amazing how common low iron is, especially in women. Iron is by far the most common nutrient deficiency and in my own practice it is one of the most frequently prescribed nutritional supplements. Frequently asked questions about iron deficiency: How do I know if I am low in iron?
Our bodies need iron in order to make something called Hemoglobin. Hemoglobin is part of our red blood cells and without it, we are in for trouble! Hemoglobin allows red blood cells to carry oxygen properly so that it can be delivered to all of our tissues and organs. Imagine being stuck in a room without enough air. That’s a bit what it is like to be low in iron. Most of the symptoms of iron deficiency - fatigue, poor concentration, weakness, shortness of breath, even heart palpitations - are a result of the body struggling to get by on less oxygen than it needs. What is the treatment for iron deficiency? Diet improvements and iron supplements treat most cases effectively. However, the cause of your iron deficiency should always be investigated. In the majority of cases, the cause is poor nutrition. In some cases though, there can be something else interfering with iron absorption or causing increased iron loss from the body. A few additional tests can usually help to rule out more serious causes of iron deficiency.
Dr. Serenity Aberdour, ND Serenity Aberdour is a naturopathic doctor in Vancouver. She is the owner of Horizon Naturopathic Clinic. www.horizonnaturopathic.com
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May 1 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm
Kitsilano
Join Stefan Busse for a seminar focusing on preventing premature skin aging as a result of UV overexposure. We will also discuss the benefits of Biovera’s Parasol SPF 20. RSVP!
May 1 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Chilliwack
Dr. Frank Silva, ND. will be sharing new info on a breakthrough in joint care that is fast acting and drug-free. Receive 15% off your purchace that night. RSVP!
Robson
To celebrate spring, we are having our Golden Goddess event featuring Allyson O’Brien, National Educator and Make up Artist from Osmosis Canada skincare and Color Minerals! Book your complimentary makeup consultation.
May 9 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Chilliwack
An evening of pampering, sampling, snacking and prizes! Plus that night only your ticket cost can be used towards your purchase of $40+. Tickets available for $10 in store from our Cosmetic Manager.
May 11 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Robson
Please come out and enjoy a free complimentary make-over with USDA Certified Lotus Pure Organics own make-up artist Emily Choi.
May 15 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Kitsilano
Join Chris Heays, as he demos the new Ester-C Energy Boost packs! We will also be discussing SISU’s top selling Vitamin D and more.
Robson
What if there was a Skin Care Cosmetic Line that could conceal medical conditions and natural skin imperfections? Sweet LeiLani Colour Cosmeceuticals does. Learn and have a complimentary makeover with this incredible makeup line!
May 23 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Chilliwack
Tired all the time? Dr. Phillip Balcaen of Sardis Naturopathic Clinic will be describing what Adrenal Fatigue is, the symptoms of Thyroid dysfunction. RSVP!
May 28 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm
Kitsilano
Join Ria Raschig for a discussion of New Chapter Whole Food Multivitamins. Learn about their unique fermentation process. RSVP by May 26th.
May 29 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Robson
Learn about Pure’s Skincare line - carefully formulated by our very own health care team and compounded with the best ingredients available! A solution for stressed out skin!
May 31 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm June 1 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
WestShore Women’s Expo
Pure Pharmacy and Dr. Marianne Trevorrow will be at the 2nd Annual Westshore Women’s Expo.
May 8 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
May 18 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
For a complete listing, details, and cancellation notices of Pure Pharmacy events and community appearances, please visit us at purepharmacy.com
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15 Locations to Serve You Lower Mainland Robson 238 Robson Street Vancouver, BC, V6B 6A1 604-681-8190
Dunbar 4198 Dunbar Street Vancouver, BC, V6S 2E7 604-732-3010
White Rock 111 – 15388 24th Avenue South Surrey, BC, V4A 2J2 604-542-7780
Bentall 400 - 1055 Dunsmuir Street Vancouver, BC, V7X 1L4 604-682-7755
West Broadway 2685 West Broadway Vancouver, BC, V6K 2G2 604-568-8844
Kitsilano 3533 West 4th Avenue Vancouver BC, V6R 1N9 604-733-7211
Chilliwack 110F – 6640 Vedder Road Chilliwack, BC, V2R 0J2 604-847-3496
Garrison Village #1 -45555 Market Way Chilliwack, BC, V2R 0M5 604-846-8782
Vancouver Island Cook Street Village 101 – 230 Cook Street Victoria, BC, V8V 3X3 250-386-6171
Oak Bay 101 – 1990 Fort Street Victoria, BC, V8R 6V4 250-590-8799
Tuscany Village 103 – 1646 Mckenzie Avenue Victoria, BC, V8N 0A3 250-477-2225
View Royal 106 – 284 Helmcken Road Victoria, BC, V9B 1T2 250-881-8887
Cordova Bay 1 – 5166 Cordova Bay Road Victoria, BC, V8Y 2K6 250-590-6053
Latoria Walk 115 – 611 Brookside Road Victoria, BC, V9C 0C3 250-590-7012
Salt Spring Island Salt Spring 1105 Grace Point Square, 115 Fulford-Ganges Road Salt Spring Island, BC, V8K 2T9 250-931-7774
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