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Can omega-3 help manage dry eye syndrome?

Can omega-3 help manage dry eye syndrome?

Somewhere between 20 to 25% of the Canadian population is affected by dry eye – that’s up to 10 million people!  By definition, dry eye syndrome is a multifactorial disease in which there is an imbalance in the tear system accompanied by ocular symptoms, meaning that your tear glands don’t produce enough tears to adequately lubricate your eyes.

A good night’s sleep feels so good.

A good night’s sleep feels so good.

Leading experts and tired folks around the world agree, a good night’s sleep is essential to our physical and mental wellbeing. When you sleep well, you wake up feeling refreshed and alert, ready to take on whatever the day brings.
Algal vs. Flaxseed omega-3

Algal vs. Flaxseed omega-3

Whether it’s yoga, exploring plant-based diets, or the growing popularity of holistic health supplements and treatments, many of us have begun to take a more active role in managing our own health and wellness.
Are you getting enough vitamin D this winter?

Are you getting enough vitamin D this winter?

For Canadians, winter brings all kinds of joys, from classic outdoor activities like skiing, skating, snowshoeing and snowboarding to backyard games like building a snowman or tobogganing. But with falling temperatures come shorter days and less sunlight – making it challenging to soak up the natural benefits of sunshine.
Oh so very elderberry: the berry with a long tradition of wellness.

Oh so very elderberry: the berry with a long tradition of wellness.

That’s essentially what we do at Nature’s Way Canada, however we weren’t the first to recognize the healing properties and health benefits of the plants and minerals that surround us.  
EPA & DHA - Which omega-3 is right for you?

EPA & DHA - Which omega-3 is right for you?

Our bodies are marvelous machines – living factories that transform the basic elements of life into cells, tissues, muscles, bones, movement, and thought.
Help support your immune system this Fall

Help support your immune system this Fall

Fall is one of our favourite seasons. But along with the beauty of fall comes a less welcome time...
Fatty Acids: Omega-3 Versus Omega-6

Fatty Acids: Omega-3 Versus Omega-6

Omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids are both considered essential for the body, which means that they must be consumed via the diet.
Make healthy habits part of your everyday

Make healthy habits part of your everyday

It’s true that getting back on track takes time and planning, but the good news is that developing healthy eating habits can lead to a better balance of all things life and work.
Be your healthy best all year round.

Be your healthy best all year round.

While it can be hard to adjust to the change of seasons, it’s an excellent opportunity to evaluate your health and wellness and prepare for our northern winter.
Healthy eating habits start young

Healthy eating habits start young

Let’s start with the basics: children benefit from a balanced diet that includes vegetables and fruit, whole grain products, and protein foods.
The everyday challenges of arthritis.

The everyday challenges of arthritis.

There’s no getting around it: living with arthritis means dealing with chronic pain and stiffness, affecting quality of life in a number of ways.
Let’s talk about men’s health.

Let’s talk about men’s health.

Men’s Health Week, celebrated annually during the week ending on Father’s Day, honours the importance of the health and wellness of boys and men.
Put some spring in your step!

Put some spring in your step!

Spring is a time of rebirth and rejuvenation. It’s not just Mother Nature that’s blooming and welcoming the warmer weather – we humans like to shed our winter clothes and do some deep spring cleaning, too.
Stress keeping you up at night?

Stress keeping you up at night?

If you’re having difficulty sleeping at night, it might be due to stress. There are two types of stress.
The connection between digestive health and wellness

The connection between digestive health and wellness

Traditional medicine considers digestive health to be central to our overall health. 
Thinking of switching to a plant-based diet?

Thinking of switching to a plant-based diet?

The reasons for choosing a plant-based diet vary from person to person. Read on to learn about the benefits of a plant-based diet.
Living with osteoarthritis

Living with osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis is a degenerative disease that affects millions of people worldwide and commonly targets...
Seven tips for staying healthy and fit this winter

Seven tips for staying healthy and fit this winter

Keep your body and mind in optimum health throughout the cold winter months.
Simple steps for healthy living.

Simple steps for healthy living.

Life is all about finding balance – whether it’s work/life, or physical and mental, choosing a lifestyle that helps you find balance can have a big impact on your wellbeing.
Omega 3, 6 and 9 – a primer on everything omega!

Omega 3, 6 and 9 – a primer on everything omega!

You’re supposed to take omegas for your health – but which ones, and how much? Read on to learn more about these essential fats.
Can omega-3 benefit the ADHD brain?

Can omega-3 benefit the ADHD brain?

Can omega-3 benefit the ADHD brain? Read on to learn more about the link between omega-3 and ADHD.
Oh so very Elderberry

Oh so very Elderberry

Staying healthy this cold and flu season is more critical than ever...
Keeping the Kids Cold & Flu free

Keeping the Kids Cold & Flu free

The kids are back at school and that means being exposed to all manner of different germs and viruses. Here are some ways to prevent and combat the inevitable colds and flus intent on making their way into your house.
Cold and Flu Season has begun

Cold and Flu Season has begun

This time of year, not only brings cold weather, but colds to weather. Here are some tips and tricks to help prevent and combat colds and flus caused by the dropping temperatures.
Tips for staying active while working from home

Energy & Vitality

Tips for staying active while working from home

When working from home, it can be hard to squeeze a workout in during a hectic week. Luckily, we have some simple ways you can get your heart pumping–even if you’re seated at a desk.
The link between nature and health

Energy & Vitality

The link between nature and health

Getting outside on a sunny day can instantly improve your mood, but why is that? Because there is a strong connection between our health and time spent in nature. Read on to learn about nature’s positive benefits.
7 ways to reduce stress at work

Energy & Vitality

7 ways to reduce stress at work

Stress: we’ve all felt it. If left unchecked, it can have some pretty serious consequences for both your mind and body. Read on for some easy ways to keep work stress at bay.
3 easy steps for better heart health

Energy & Vitality

3 easy steps for better heart health

Want to take better care of your heart? It may be easier than you think. Read on to learn how small steps can have a big impact when it comes to your heart health.
Top exercises for a healthy heart

Energy & Vitality

Top exercises for a healthy heart

Not sure where to start when it comes to cardiovascular health? Regular exercise is an essential part of the equation. Check out our top heart-healthy exercises to get started
Keeping your heart healthy with omega-3s

Energy & Vitality

Keeping your heart healthy with omega-3s

Worried about heart disease? Omega-3s can help. Learn more about how these “good fats” can support and maintain cardiovascular health.
What’s in your omega-3 supplements?

Energy & Vitality

What’s in your omega-3 supplements?

How do you know the product in your hand lives up to its claims? By checking its PureCheck test results, of course! Learn more about our unique third-party testing guarantee.
How omega-3s support your child’s cognitive health

How omega-3s support your child’s cognitive health

Did you know omega-3 fatty acids support brain development in children up to 12 years of age? Learn more about their many benefits.
Sustainability – what it means and how we’re involved

Sustainability – what it means and how we’re involved

Read on to learn more about the pillars of sustainability and Nature's Way's sustainability practices.
How to Get Omega-3s as a Vegetarian

Healthy Living

How to Get Omega-3s as a Vegetarian

Getting enough omega-3s as a vegetarian is essential. Read on to learn how to ensure you’re getting enough of them in your diet.
Myth Busters: Winter Health Edition

Healthy Living

Myth Busters: Winter Health Edition

Want some easy ways to stay healthy this winter? Learning more about these five cold-weather health myths is a great place to start.
How to Beat Winter Blues

Healthy Living

How to Beat Winter Blues

Wrung out from ringing in the holidays? You’re in good company. Read on to learn more about how to fight back against winter’s woes.
Holiday Health Hacks

Healthy Living

Holiday Health Hacks

Don’t let a busy schedule bump your well-being to the bottom of your to-do list. Check out our holiday health hacks to learn how.
Learn to breathe properly

Energy & Vitality

Learn to breathe properly

Most of us breathe without even thinking about it. But there are both harmful and helpful ways to inhale. Learn the difference.
Ways to improve your health one minute at a time

Energy & Vitality

Ways to improve your health one minute at a time

Small changes can lead to big results. Learn how to become your fittest, happiest, healthiest self—fast.
Mental Health Break - Make your staycation feel like a vacation

Energy & Vitality

Mental Health Break - Make your staycation feel like a vacation

Sometimes the best vacation is no vacation! Learn how to transform your ordinary surroundings into an extraordinary experience.
The Healthy Impact of Probiotics

Digestive Health

The Healthy Impact of Probiotics

The normal healthy gastrointestinal tract contains over 500 bacterial species. These bacteria make up our microbiome, which plays a role in helping to facilitate digestion, play a role in metabolism of food and impact the immune system.
Picking plants for your office

Picking plants for your office

Looking to spruce up your office with a little bit of green? Explore this list of plants that will give your office more than just a boost of colour.
Stretching While Working at Your Desk

Energy & Vitality

Stretching While Working at Your Desk

Don't let working from home stop you from staying limber, make stretching part of your day with this simple routine.
Is your diet making you irritable?

Energy & Vitality

Is your diet making you irritable?

It’s easy to dismiss irritability as a byproduct of stress or fatigue. But what if it’s more?
Nutrition for Bone Health

Bone & Joint

Nutrition for Bone Health

Because our bodies don’t make calcium, it’s important to get it from dietary sources or supplementation to help maintain a healthy bone mass.
How to get enough omega-3 during pregnancy

How to get enough omega-3 during pregnancy

Curious about omega-3s during pregnancy? Read on to learn why they’re important and how to get more of them.
Healthy Habits While Working from Home

Healthy Habits While Working from Home

Working from home these days? Learn how to keep your weekday routine, and health, on track with these helpful tips.
5 simple self-care tips for women

5 simple self-care tips for women

Whether it’s due to work or family commitments, the pressure of trying to do it all can be overwhelming. Read on to learn more about the importance of self-care and how to incorporate it into your routine so you can stay happy and healthy.

7 Eco-friendly Activities for Earth Day

7 Eco-friendly Activities for Earth Day

Wondering what to do this Earth Day? Our list of eco-activities has you covered.
The benefits of meditation for arthritis pain

The benefits of meditation for arthritis pain

Living with rheumatoid arthritis is never easy. The good news is there’s no shortage of treatment options. 
How to use visualization to reach your goals

Healthy Living

How to use visualization to reach your goals

Does setting goals give you a sense of order? Learn how using mental imagery techniques can help you stay on track.
Give yourself the gift of a stress-free Holiday

Give yourself the gift of a stress-free Holiday

As fun as it may be, the Holiday Season can also be a stressful and draining time of year. Here are some things you can do to keep your energy up and stress levels down so you can enjoy everything the holidays bring
Tips for staying active at the office

Tips for staying active at the office

Whether working from home or at an office, it can be hard to squeeze a workout in during a hectic week. Luckily, we have some simple ways you can get your heart pumping–even if you’re seated at a desk.
The link between nature and health

The link between nature and health

Getting outside on a sunny day can instantly improve your mood, but why is that? Because there is a strong connection between our health and time spent in nature
7 ways to help reduce stress at work

7 ways to help reduce stress at work

Stress: we’ve all felt it. If left unchecked, it can have some pretty serious consequences for both your mind and body. Read on for some easy ways to keep work stress at bay.

3 easy steps for better heart health

3 easy steps for better heart health

Want to take better care of your heart? It may be easier than you think. Read on to learn how small steps can have a big impact when it comes to your heart health.
Top exercises for a healthy heart

Top exercises for a healthy heart

Not sure where to start when it comes to cardiovascular health? Regular exercise is an essential part of the equation. Check out some  top heart-healthy exercises to get started
Keeping your heart healthy with omega-3s
What’s in your omega-3 supplements?

What’s in your omega-3 supplements?

When it comes to omega-3 supplements, not all products are created in equal. The quality of the product can impact your experience
Ways to improve your health one minute at a time

Ways to improve your health one minute at a time

Are you keen to make changes and improve how you look and feel—but feeling overwhelmed and unsure where to begin? 
Storing Omega-3 Liquids and Pills or Capsules

Storing Omega-3 Liquids and Pills or Capsules

Fish oil supplements are available in two main forms: liquids or softgels (liquid gels). It can be difficult to tell by looking at the labels, but it is important to know that not all fish oil is created equally when it comes to quality.
Health Benefits of Omega-3

Health Benefits of Omega-3

Part of a healthy diet since prehistoric days, omega-3 fatty acids have been proven to greatly benefit our minds and bodies. From brain development to cardiovascular health, there’s lots to love about omega-3.
Omega-3 Sustainability

Omega-3 Sustainability

Whether plant-based or from cold-water fish and squid, all our products are derived from sustainably sourced ingredients. Because what’s good for the body must be good for the planet.
Choosing the Best Omega-3 Supplement

Choosing the Best Omega-3 Supplement

While our bodies greatly benefit from Omega-3 fatty acids, we lack the enzymes to produce them. That’s why it’s important to consider taste, format, source and level of purity when choosing a supplement.
What is Omega-3?

What is Omega-3?

Omega-3 fatty acids help boost overall health and wellness, with benefits ranging from cardiovascular health to brain development, cognitive function and more.
Wild. Sustainable. And Definitely Delicious.

Wild. Sustainable. And Definitely Delicious.

Distilled from nutrient-rich cod caught in the Northeast Arctic Ocean, our MSC-certified NutraSea +D Cod Liver Oil is a tasty way to add omega-3 to your diet.