Sobeys says Voilà to online grocery delivery

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August 21, 2019

Biologic Pharmamedical announced today that it has received approval by Health Canada’s NNHPD and a Natural Product Number (NPN) for its market-proven Curcumin BioBDMC30™ and variable offshoot technologies including others with condition specific-indications. This research-supported, patented technology delivers an exceptionally high concentration – 30% – of bisdemethoxycurcumin (BDMC), which is designed to help manage inflammation, joint pain, and discomfort, and support recovery from day-to-day workouts or injuries utilizing very unique pharmacology that differentiates it significantly from regular curcumin 95%.

This highly potent anti-inflammatory offers 60x more BDMC than most products, providing immense joint pain relief and more rapid recovery from inflammation caused by injuries and exercise. The recent discovery made in a Canadain laboratory as a function of more than a decade of research also exhibits a profound antioxidant potential never seen before on the planet jumping the ORAC value for Curcumin BioBDMC30™ to an unprecedented 1,130,000 mM/TE per 600 mg.

Curcumin BioBDMC30™ is based on research by Biologic Pharmamedical Research (www.biologic-med.com) CEO, Franco Cavaleri BSc Ph.D. Candidate, who is also the principal research scientist at Biologic Pharmamedical. For the first time, Cavaleri’s research shows how the modified curcumin extracts targets and neutralizes a key protein central in the regulation of inflammation while significantly enhancing the anti-inflammatory properties of curcumin. This genomic and proteomic research model was designed by this Canadian scientist to ultimately serve as a model that has shed light on the activity of other curcuminoids in the context of other important drug targets.

“Research shows that BDMC targets inflammation in a novel way inhibiting MSK1 an activation protein that turns on the production of inflammatory cytokines while regular curcumin simply cannot neutralize this protein,” said Cavaleri. “Instead of trace levels of BDMC, usually between 0.5% and 1.5%, in standard curcumin, we can now provide 30% BDMC and dramatically enhance anti-inflammatory relief, which could not be done reliably before.” Cavaleri goes on to say. “Regular curcumin 95% can slow down NF-kB transcription protein activity but it cannot inhibit MSK1.”

This new curcumin research has demonstrated effective modulation of survival proteins in difficult to treat diseases. Regular curcumin inhibits only one key inflammatory protein of the two inflammatory proteins Curcumin BioBDMC30™ neutralizes. BDMC engineering is also revealing a faster symptom resolution time in cases of dysregulated inflammation and joint pain when compared to typical curcumin.

Cavaleri’s research at the Canadian-based Biologic Pharmamedical Research is focused on defining ways to improve clinical and research reliability using curcumin-based drugs as supplements or alternatives to glucocorticoids for glucocorticoid-resistant inflammatory diseases, and to chemotherapy for drug-resistant cancers. This Canadian researcher in the Canadian laboratory has changed the way the world now views and designs curcuminoid-based technologies. This discovery has set in motion multiple new findings related to new drug targets by the scientist for curcumin that leverages this curcuminoid engineering. A second technology relating to this isolated curcuminoid research about to be announced focusses in on cholesterol management with similar mechanisms to common statin drugs but without the side-effects. Cavaleri’s research in this field has recently been published in peer-reviewed publications further validating the novel findings and he says Biologic Pharmamedical Research has more exciting findings on other botanical agents relating to diabetes and obesity about to be made public.

Computers, not TV, are to blame for increase in US sitting time, study says

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August 14, 2019

Woman designer using computer — Work routine with computer is the reality of millions of people.

There’s a key culprit in the battle against sitting. Time spent watching TV and videos has remained consistently high in the United States over the past 15 years, but time sitting at a computer has increased dramatically, new research finds.

Leisure-time computer use increased between 4.8% and 38% for various age groups between 2001 and 2016, said Yin Cao, senior author of the new study and an assistant professor of surgery at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. Overall, up to 43% of the US population used a computer for two or more hours a day and up to 25% used a computer for three or more hours each day in 2016. The result of these increases: Teens spent about 8.2 hours a day sitting while adults sat for 6.4 hours a day.

Both groups saw a one-hour increase over the decade ending in 2016, Cao said.
Cao believes that her research, published Tuesday in JAMA, will help Americans better understand our sedentary habits – and change them.

The habit to use a laptop computer at home.

Sitting trends over the past 15 years
“Research evidence has been growing on the association between sedentary behavior primarily TV watching and a variety of diseases, including obesity, cardiovascular disease, cancer, Type 2 diabetes and overall mortality,” Cao said.

For the first time, the US Department of Health and Human Services mentioned in last year’s edition of its physical activity guidelines “that people would benefit from both increasing moderate to vigorous activity and also reducing time spent sitting,” she said.
She wondered: How much do Americans sit, and how has the trend changed over the past 15 years? To answer these questions, Cao and her co-authors used data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey on 51,896 people 10,359 children, 9,639 teens, and 31,898 adults from 2001 through 2016.

Overall, up to 65% of the population reported watching TV for at least two hours each day, the study found. “This is quite high and has been overall stable over the past 15 years,” Cao said. Computer time, though, has been increasing over that same period.

Just 43% of children reported using a computer for one hour per day or more in 2001; that rate increased to 56% in 2016, the study indicates. The estimated prevalence for teens increased from 53% to 57%, and for adults, it went from 29% to 50% between 2003 and 2016. Only adults and teens reported their total sitting time.

“Hopefully, this paper will be helpful in terms of setting the national achievable goal of reducing sitting, given that we already know prolonged sitting is bad for many health outcomes,” Cao said.

Source: www.cnn.com

The health benefits of salmon

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August 14, 2019

Fish and shellfish have been important in human nutrition since prehistoric times. Fish farming is an age-old practice and the ancient Assyrians and Romans farmed fish in ponds. For thousands of years, the Chinese have farmed fish using their rice fields during the periods when the fields are underwater. Throughout history, fish and shellfish have been a source of economic power. During recent decades, per capita, fish consumption has expanded all over the world.

In addition to eating fresh fish, techniques such as smoking and salting have been used to preserve salmon. To this day, smoked salmon is enjoyed as traditional fare in the cuisines of the Russian Federation, Britain, and Scandinavia.

Varieties of salmon
As with all fish consumption, sustainability is a major issue. However, several varieties of salmon are sustainable, and you can find more information at msc.org. Salmon varieties are usually classified by the ocean in which they are located. In the Pacific, they are considered part of the genus Oncorhynchus, and in the Atlantic, they belong to the genus Salmo. There is only one migratory Atlantic species but five existing species of Pacific salmon: chinook (or king), sockeye (or red), coho (or silver), pink and chum. In the UK, the main source of salmon is from Scotland. Wild Alaskan salmon is also available.

Sushi rolls with salmon fish on plate closeup. Traditional oriental food, japanese kitchen, asian cuisine

Salmon flesh is typically pink but their color can range from red to orange. The chinook and sockeye varieties are fattier than pink and chum, favorites for steaks and fillets, while coho falls somewhere in the middle. Pink salmon is primarily used for canned food. Chinook salmon are the largest and sockeye the smallest salmon. Due to the various species parameters, cuts and fillet sizes are variable.

Nutritional information
Fish and shellfish are nutrient-dense and salmon is no exception. It is an excellent source of high-quality protein, vitamins, and minerals (including potassium, selenium and vitamin B12) but it is their content of omega-3 fatty acids that receive the most attention, and rightly so. It is this essential fat which is responsible for oily fish’s reputation as a valuable ‘brain food’.

…A note on omega-3 fatty acids
The most beneficial omega-3 fats occur naturally in oily fish in the form of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). These fatty acids are thought to contribute to healthy brain function, the heart, joints, and general wellbeing. The idea that eating fish may reduce the risk of heart disease began in the 1970s and 1980s when it was noted that among the Eskimos in Arctic Greenland (where a high consumption of marine animals was the normal diet), heart disease was very low. In addition to heart disease, scientists are now investigating the role that fish consumption may have in protecting us against some cancers as well as many chronic diseases including Alzheimer’s disease, asthma, depression, diabetes, high blood pressure, macular degeneration, multiple sclerosis, and rheumatoid arthritis.

Omega-3 is termed as an essential fatty acid because the body cannot synthesize it, so it must be obtained from the diet. To optimize your body’s supply of essential fats rich in EPA and DHA, aim to eat oily fish – such as salmon, mackerel, sardines, herring, and fresh tuna regularly. The Department of Health guidelines states that we should aim to eat fish at least twice a week with at least one portion being an oily variety, like salmon. For pregnant and breastfeeding women there is specific guidance. EPA and DHA are important for your baby’s developing the central nervous system, including the brain, so they make a valuable contribution to a healthy balanced diet during pregnancy, but follow do the NHS advice with regards quantities.

Baked salmon fish fillet with tomatoes, mushrooms and spices. Diet menu.

Select and store
Salmon can be purchased as either steaks or fillets, fresh, frozen, canned or smoked. Fresh salmon should have smooth, moist skin. If it has been sold whole, its eyes should be bright and clear, not cloudy or sunken. Rely on your sense of smell to tell you if the fish is fresh. If you cannot eat the fresh salmon within a couple of days, it’s best to freeze it. Once frozen and thawed, it should not be refrozen.

Safety
Fish farms now contribute a large amount of salmon being consumed. The wild (free-range) fish are superior in many ways to their farm-raised counterparts. Wild salmon have also been found to have fewer pesticide residues than farmed, however, studies fail to make a strong case that eating farm-raised fish poses a significant safety concern. Smoked salmon is seen as a safe food to eat during pregnancy.

Follow the same food safety rules for salmon as you would with raw meat or poultry. Make sure it is cooked thoroughly by measuring it at its thickest point and cook for 10 minutes per inch. Properly cooked salmon will have firm but moist flesh that will flake apart.

By Jo Lewin
Source: www.bbcgoodfood.com

Purica Rebalance

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August 12, 2019

Purica Rebalance – Menopause Relief:

• Naturally balances hormones and reduces stress.
• Halts hot flashes and night sweats.
• Regulates mood, enhances libido and skin health.

Once a dreaded phase of life, menopause is now regarded as an empowering passage – a time when all a woman has experienced and learned comes to fruition. No longer seen as merely the end of fertility, menopause is finally being recognized for what it actually brings – a phase of life that is ripe with freedom and opportunity. Many of Nature’s plants and fungi are noted both scientifically and anecdotally for helping ease the transition through menopause. Not all are effective, and some—such as soy—have been linked to dangerous mutations. All ingredients in Purica Menopause Relief have been carefully assessed, to ensure you derive maximum benefit, at minimal risk.

Rebalance Vegetarian Capsules

PowerPlant Ventures Raises $165M Fund To Keep Betting On Plant-Based Nutrition

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August 12, 2019

PowerPlant Ventures announced today that it has closed an oversubscribed fund to invest in plant-based food technology companies. The fund, the firm’s second, totals $165 million dollars and has already invested in two companies: wellness shots startup Vive Organic, and plant-based nutrition company Your Super.

Dan Gluck, a partner at the fund and co-founder of Health Warrior, said PowerPlant doesn’t like using the word vegan to describe itself.

“[We are] about businesses that are more plant-centric, and advancing more of a plant-centric world,” he said. The “inhumane and unsustainable” reality of modern food management can only be solved through plant-centric companies, he said.

The firm plans to lead or co-lead Series A and Series B round in the space with check size ranging between $4 million to $8 million dollars. He added that the firm will reserve money for follow-on rounds. This new foundation is almost four times larger than PowerPlant’s first fund, which was $42 million dollars and has been fully deployed.

Previously, PowerPlant invested in recently-public Beyond Meat, as well as startups, Thrive Market, Veggie Grill, among others. The firm describes itself as a growth equity firm that provides capital, guidance and operating expertise to “disruptive plant-centric brands.”

The alternative meat space has been sizzling for quite some time now. In May, Impossible Foods raised $300 million in funding for its plant-based burger. And, as mentioned, Beyond Meat had a strong debut as a public company and is currently valued at $12 billion, according to Yahoo Finance. In Boston, a city known for its biotech scene, the largest recent funding rounds went to food tech companies, not life science startups.

Even products are drawn from animals, like milk, for example, are undergoing innovation from upstarts across the world. Oat milk, for example, is being branded a cow milk alternative. Sweden’s Oatly, one of the more popular oat milk brands, caught on in the United States and is now eyeing the Chinese market. Lastly, at one point, was so high in demand that it faced shortages. Other brands tackling oat milk include Thrive Market and Blue Crate.

One almond milk startup, New Barn Organics, said it isn’t rushing into starting a line of oat milk due to supply shortages. With an uptick of interest comes a reminder that new territory has room for risk.

PowerPlant’s Gluck says there’s a lot of funds that are writing smaller checks in early-stage food companies, like Blueberry Ventures, and Nebari Ventures. And there are larger funds too like Encore Capital and VMG. He sees PowerPlant Ventures “playing at a stage where there is a lack of capital for Series A and B, and add value.”

I’ll leave you with an anecdote. I’m the token vegetarian among carnivorous friends and family, often. But, time and time again, when they try Impossible Meat whether, in dumplings or burger form, there’s a wince, and soon after, a white flag that “it’s not so bad after all.”

I see alternative protein popping up in a range of establishments from fancy restaurants to the Burger King down the street. So it makes sense that firms like PowerPlant are there on the sidelines to capitalize on the potential of changing taste buds.

Source Crunchbase Daily

Kratom highly toxic!!!

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August 12, 2019

A recent study suggests that it might not be safe to use it as an herbal supplement. The study was led by faculty at Binghamton University, State University of New York. Kratom is an herbal supplement extracted from a plant that can be found across Southeast Asia. It is known to have active chemicals in the plant that act on opioid receptors in the body. Patients have typically used the supplement to treat opioid use disorder, treat/prevent withdrawal, or pain. William Eggleston, Clinical Assistant Professor, Pharmacy Practice, Binghamton University, observed that more and more patients were reporting of toxicity or withdrawal from kratom use.

Eggleston’s team carried out a retrospective review of kratom exposures reported to the National Poison Data System along with a study of records from a County Medical Examiner’s Office in New York State to look for kratom-related deaths. They found reports of 2312 kratom exposures, out of which, 935 cases saw Kratom as the only substance. The most common symptoms associated with kratom use included agitation (18.6%), vomiting (11.2%), drowsiness (13.6%), tachycardia (16.9%), and confusion (8.1%). Other severe effects included withdrawal (6.1%), seizure (6.1%), hallucinations Kratom was identified as a cause or contributing factor in the death of four decedents as found in the County Medical Examiner’s Office. The findings indicate that Kratom could be a threat to public health owing to its easy accessibility as an herbal supplement.

Eggleston says that even though Kratom is not as potent as some other prescription drugs, it still acts as an opioid in the body. He explains that if taken in large doses, it can lead to slowed breathing and sedation, which can cause the patient to develop the same toxicity as any other opioid product. His team is currently working with colleagues at SUNY Upstate Medical University to gain better access to the number of patients using Kratom and if the risk for toxicity is subject to its dosage.

Source: world chronicle

Sandra Hanna named Neighbourhood Pharmacy Association of Canada’s interim CEO

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August 8, 2019

Neighbourhood Pharmacy Association of Canada-Sandra Hanna named — Neighbourhood Pharmacy Association of Canada name Sandra Hanna as Interim CEO. (CNW Group/Neighbourhood Pharmacy Association of Canada)

“On behalf of the Board of Directors, Members and Associates of Neighbourhood Pharmacies, I am pleased to announce the promotion of Sandra Hanna to interim CEO,” says Karl Frank, Chair of the Board at Neighbourhood Pharmacies. “Sandra is a proven leader with a thorough understanding of pharmacy practice, operations and business development that will assist members and the Association to address the industry headwinds and future opportunities. She is a charismatic and collaborative team player with a talent for motivating people and delivering results. She has the unanimous support of the Board.”

Hanna is a graduate of the Faculty of Pharmacy at the University of Toronto, a practicing pharmacist, and currently completing her Masters in Health Law at Osgoode Hall Law School. Hanna transitions into the interim CEO role after serving for the past two years as the Vice President, Pharmacy Affairs at the Association. Hanna will be focused on executing the remaining two years of the three-year strategic plan and helping to navigate the pharmacy industry through a transformation while continuing to build strong relationships with stakeholders.

“I’m honored and excited by the opportunity to lead Neighbourhood Pharmacies’ team, to represent Canada’sleading pharmacy brands,” says Hanna. “Thank you to Justin Bates who has led the Association over the past 3 years and to the Board for its confidence in me. It’s an exciting time in the pharmacy. There are many opportunities ahead and I am looking forward to working with our members and associate members – some of the industry’s greatest leaders, to continue to innovate, and carry out the Association’s ambitious strategic plan and execute on our vision for pharmacy.”

Prior to her role at Neighbourhood Pharmacies, Hanna’s counsel was sought by pharmacy retailers, manufacturers and service providers in her capacity as Chief Innovation Officer at Gold Links Health Solutions. She continues to practice in an independent pharmacy in Guelph, Ontario and has a passion for innovation in healthcare.

SOURCE Neighbourhood Pharmacy Association of Canada

Global Sports Nutrition Market With Good Projections to 2024

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August 2, 2019

Global sports nutrition market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.42% during the forecasted period (2019 – 2024).

Sports nutritional products were once classified as a niche category – designed particularly for athletes and hardcore full-time sports personnel. The scenario has been altered quite significantly with such products getting popular and being demanded by a more diverse consumer group – the regular exercisers and the everyday consumer looking for an extra boost in their workouts.
Sports drinks product type segment is expected to account for the highest revenue share by 2024 end in the global sports nutrition market attributable to a burgeoning interest in fitness and healthy lifestyle across the globe.

Scope of the Report
The global sports nutrition market is segmented by product type into sports food, sports drink, and dietary supplement. By distribution channel, the scope includes supermarkets/hypermarkets, convenience stores, specialty stores, online stores, and others.

Key Market Trends
‘Veganism’ Trend to Accelerate Revenue Generation
Globally the mainstreaming of sports nutrition has not peaked and protein continues to reign supreme in the respective market space. An increase in plant-based diets has resulted in an increasing number of sports nutrition products being rolled out on retail shelves claiming ‘natural’ and ‘organic’, thus resulting in increased market revenues for sports nutrition products. For example, GHT Companies have introduced Vegan Life Nutrition (VLN), to provide nutritional supplements that are completely free of animal products. Vegan Life Nutrition created this supplement range to meet the growing demand for animal-free plant-based products.

Also, a Harris Poll conducted in 2016 found that approximately 3% of the U.S. population eats a strictly vegetarian diet, and about half of those are vegan. The bigger revelation was that 36% opt for at least some vegetarian meals on a regular basis. All of this points to an emerging trend toward a decreasing reliance on animal-based nutrition.

Asia-Pacific is the Fastest Growing Market
Strong fitness culture across countries such as China, Japan, and Australia and the wide availability of sports nutrition products, with a plethora of brands on the market and constant new product launches, are some of the factors contributing towards increasing market for sports nutrition products across the Asia Pacific. Additionally, increasing dependency on social media marks a significant attribute in the success of sports nutrition brands, with the use of social media channels including Instagram and Facebook, as well as brand ambassadors having a strong influence on sales.

Furthermore, increasing government efforts to educate consumers on the importance of fitness is further adding to the overall revenues in the Asia Pacific sports nutrition market. In this regard, in 2016, the Chinese government introduced, the National Fitness Programme, encouraging consumers to take part in various sporting activities being held throughout the country, such as marathons.

For more information about this report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/6g410w

Mother Raw roots for plant-based eating momentum across North America

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August 2, 2019