Category: General

Why Practitioner Credentials Matter in Functional and Holistic Care

Post author:NutriChem Staff
Post published:2026-07-22
Post category:General

“Holistic doctor” sounds official, but on its own it doesn’t tell you much. In many places, the phrase isn’t a regulated title at all, which means the person using it…

Hidden Heavy Metals: Why Cheap Protein Powders Could Be Costing You More Than You Think

Post author:Rebecca Rowett – Health & Wellness Blogs
Post published:2025-10-30
Post category:Clinic General Health Naturopathic Services Recipes

Dr. Adam Livingston, PharmD, explores recent findings that some popular protein powders contain worrying levels of heavy metals like lead and arsenic, and why even products sold in Canada may not be as safe as they seem.

Why Where You Buy Supplements Matters: Canada vs. U.S. Regulations

Post author:Rebecca Rowett – Health & Wellness Blogs
Post published:2025-06-16
Post category:General Health

When it comes to choosing supplements, where they’re made, and how they’re regulated matters more than you might think. In this article, Dr. Sophie Pollon-MacLeod, ND, breaks down the key differences between Canadian and U.S. supplement regulations, and explains why Canadian-made products offer greater peace of mind when it comes to safety, quality, and effectiveness.

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NutriChem’s Top 5 Tips on Keeping Your Joints Healthy

Post author:Rebecca Rowett – Health & Wellness Blogs
Post published:2024-08-12
Post category:General Health

Written by Dr. Sophie Pollon-MacLeod BSc, ND , CISSN. Naturopathic doctor and Sports Nutritionist