The nutritional supplement market is a multi-billion dollar industry, but most consumers don’t realize that supplement manufacturers have NO responsibility to sell you products that are actually effective. That’s why it can be so confusing to sift through the marketing mumbo-jumbo and get to the evidence.
Fatty acid supplements are one such example. Many people are concerned about their omega-3 intake (as they should be) and with the multitude of benefits associated with high dietary intakes of omega-3s, particularly those from fish, it is not surprising that many people elect to take omega-3 or fish oil supplements.
While the jury is still out on the benefit derived from taking omega-3 supplements, what about the other omega fatty acids on the market, such as omega-3-6-9 supplements? Are they worth the added coin or simply a marketing ploy?
Mice fed a high fat diet and green coffee bean extract
It’s our last semi-final match! Chia seeds may get all of the press, but sesame is coming off of an impressive upset over pumpkin seeds due to superior fibre and micronutrients. Who will take on flaxseed in the finals?
Ever wondered how many calories are in that sugary, boozy cooler? You may not have to wonder much longer – at long last, 
It’s an all-Canadian seed battle in this semi-final match-up!
