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sage magazine introduces families to natural health. We welcome the curious.

We educate the uninitiated. We teach them to select the best supplements. We inspire them to try new foods. And

we reach readers at a critical point: in the store aisle where they’re making purchasing decisions.

We’re tapping the mass market of newcomers to natural health—a growing

consumer audience that can’t be ignored. These households are primed

to try new, healthy products.

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gets you a foot in

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What to pair with your

supplementsImprove absorption with these simple couplings

WORDS BY PRIYANKA GUPTA, ND

OU TAKE CARE IN CHOOSING the right supplements. But are you taking them at the right time—and

with the right foods or other supplements? Learning how to play matchmaker could help you get a whole lot more out of these health helpers.

Absorption is a complex bodily process that we don’t often consider when we take our daily supplements. How well our body absorbs supplements depends on factors like the delivery system used and the stability of the product. In addition, certain supplements perform better in our bodies when taken together. Other supplements should be completely divorced from each other, and from some medications.

Always ask your doctor or health care practitioner which supplements are the right fit for you.

MULTIVITAMINSMultivitamins contain an array of nutrients including vitamins, minerals and amino acids. Vitamins in our daily multivitamins can be fat soluble (like vitamins D and E) or water soluble (like the B-complex vitamins and vitamin C). Fat-soluble vitamins are dissolved in fat, then delivered by the bloodstream. Excess vitamins are stored in the liver for future use. Water-soluble vitamins dissolve in water and aren’t stored by the body. They have to be replenished every day.

The pairingTake fat-soluble vitamins with meals to aid digestion and absorption. Take a multivitamin within 30 minutes of a meal.

The bad matchVitamins B12 and C don’t mix with bedtime. Don’t take them too close to the end of your day, as they can have stimulating, sleep-disrupting effects.

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Beyond waterMake hydration fun again

WORDS BY STEPHANIE RAYMONDSTYLING BY VANESSA ANNANDPHOTOGRAPHS BY DENNY DIAS

ATCH OUT, WATER. SOME SERIOUS competition is brewing. From ancient fermented tonics to designer vitamin

drink mixes, healthy, flavourful ways to hydrate are bubbling up everywhere.

Responsible for carrying nutrients, flushing toxins and ensuring every system in the body operates optimally, adequate fluid consumption is incredibly important to our health. While water may be the only fluid needed by the body to run smoothly, beverage options like juices and teas can also be viable sources of hydration.

With new healthy beverage options appearing on grocery store shelves all the time, meeting our daily fluid requirements has never been easier or tastier. Touted as much for their hydrating abilities as for the health-promoting nutrients they contain, the following six trendy bevvies are well worth a try.

COLD-PRESSED JUICESNo longer confined to health food stores and specialty shops, cold-pressed juices have gone mainstream.

Found in grocery store refrigerators everywhere, these brightly hued juices are touted as convenient ways to get an infusion of health-promoting nutrients fast.

Cold-pressed juices are extracted in such a way that they are not exposed to any heat. Proponents claim cold-press juicing protects heat-sensitive nutrients and enzymes, resulting in a more nutritious juice.

Juices extracted using other methods can also be high in nutrients; just make sure there’s no added sugar.

When consumed in moderation, juice can make a healthy addition to an already well-rounded diet that includes fibre-rich whole fruits and vegetables. But it’s important to remember that juice is also often dense with calories and natural sugars. You can try diluting juice with water to help with this.

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Botanicals to make you

feel brighterRenew yourself with healing

herbs and plants

WORDS BY LEAH PAYNESTYLING BY VANESSA ANNANDPHOTOGRAPH BY DENNY DIAS

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SPIRULINAThis one’s not a herb; spirulina is a type of blue-green algae that’s often described as a superfood. That should come as no surprise: spirulina contains more than its fair share of nutrients—vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and even protein. Perhaps surprisingly, it is made up of more than 62 percent amino acids (the building blocks of protein). Although more research needs to be done, researchers also think spirulina may help boost the immune system and protect the liver.

The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization saw so much potential in spirulina that it published a paper documenting spirulina’s ability to be an important food for people—and livestock—of the future, especially during humanitarian emergencies.

Commonly found in pill or powder form, spirulina should be purchased from a high quality company, as it has the potential to be contaminated with toxins.

BLACK COHOSHThis root is a member of the buttercup family native to North America. Long before it was available as a supplement, First Nations peoples used black cohosh to help relieve menstrual and menopausal symptoms like cramps and hot flashes.

Today, many studies have documented black cohosh’s effectiveness in the treatment of menopause and premenstrual symptoms. As a result, this herb has the reputation of being for women. However, black cohosh’s uses may extend further. Although more research is needed, preliminary studies suggest black cohosh may help with osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, as well as osteoporosis.

Black cohosh is available in tinctures, capsules and even a dried preparation that can be made into a tea. It’s important not to confuse it with blue cohosh.

OREGANOAlthough famous for its use in recipes, oregano is actually a potent herb, and oil extracted from it has many therapeutic properties. Researchers even believe that oil of oregano may help in the fight against antibiotic resistance.

Oil of oregano has antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral and potential cancer-preventive properties. Carvacrol, an active ingredient in the oil, is a strong antioxidant. Taken internally, oil of oregano is often used to treat respiratory disorders. It is applied to the skin to treat fungal conditions like athlete’s foot.

OES THE WORD “HERBS” CONJURE up seasonings and salad dressings—or maybe the contents of your kitchen

garden? That’s certainly one way to enjoy herbs. But herbs are much more diverse—and powerful—than meal enhancers and windowsill beautifiers. Herbal medicine has been practised for millennia in different countries and cultures.

Ancient Chinese and Egyptian societies practised herbal medicine, and even today it is estimated that 80 percent of people worldwide use herbs in their health care.

In herbal medicine, herbs can be used in forms like capsules, teas, tinctures or topical preparations. To learn more about using herbs medicinally, consult a naturopath or licensed herbalist. People in these professions are trained in the art and science of using herbs for their health-promoting properties, as well as their possible interactions and contraindications. In addition, always check with your regular doctor or health care practitioner before taking a new supplement, including herbal products.

Why not harness spring’s spirit of renewal by exploring botanicals that can refresh your health? These supplements have been used for generations, are loved by many and possess health-promoting properties.

TURMERICFamous for giving curry its signature golden hue, turmeric is a plant related to ginger that is often used in cooking. Turmeric has traditionally been used to dye textiles. Many people still use it today to dye fabrics or Easter eggs naturally.

More impressively, scientific studies have shown curcumin, the active ingredient in turmeric, is a powerful antioxidant that may help reduce inflammation and prevent cancer. Researchers are also investigating its potential to treat osteoarthritis and digestive upsets.

In addition to being available as a spice for recipes, turmeric is most commonly available in capsules as a supplement.

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Protein primerUnderstand your body’s building blocks

WORDS BY LISA PETTY, MA, ROHPSTYLING BY VANESSA ANNANDPHOTOGRAPH BY DENNY DIAS

M I GETTING ENOUGH PROTEIN? It’s the basic question that everyone seems to be asking. For most adults,

it can be answered with a simple formula: each day, you should consume 0.36 g of protein per pound (or 0.8 g of protein per kilogram) of body weight. So a 155 lb (70 kg) person should consume about 56 g protein in a day.

What could that look like? At breakfast, 1/4 cup (60 mL) oatmeal mixed with 3/4 cup (180 mL) yogurt gives you 11 g protein right out of the gates. For lunch, adding 3/4 cup (180 mL) cooked lentils to your garden salad gives you at least 13 g protein. And for dinner, half a chicken breast served with 1/2 cup (125 mL) quinoa caps off your day with 30 g protein. Add 1 Tbsp (15 mL) almonds for a snack containing 2 g protein, and you’ve effortlessly met your 56 g protein intake.

Pretty easy, right?But there’s more to consider. Are you getting

your protein from ideal sources? When should you be eating it? And why is protein so important, anyway?

PROTEIN: THE BASIC BREAKDOWNUnlike carbohydrates and fats, which are primarily used for energy, proteins are structural nutrients. They’re used as fuel only as a last resort. This means that proteins are a part of your muscles, of course, but also a component of your skin and bones. In fact, after taking away water, protein accounts for 75 percent of your body weight.

Proteins are made up of blocks called amino acids, much like a child’s building set. Blocks of various shapes and sizes are constructed and reconstructed into different patterns according to your body’s needs. There are 20 amino acids, but from a nutritional perspective, nine are considered indispensable (or essential). This means that your body can’t construct them from other blocks that are lying around, so you have to eat them.

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Amp up your

grocery shoppingFill your cart with immunity boosters

WORDS BY VANESSA ANNANDPHOTOGRAPHS BY DENNY DIAS

OW DO YOU PLAN YOUR grocery runs? Do you stick to a detailed list based on favourite recipes? Or do you dash in and grab

whatever jumps out at you? To stay well this winter, map out a new route around the grocery store—one based on boosting your family’s immunity.

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Jessica Wang, an in-store registered dietitian with Canadian grocery giant Loblaws, offers free nutrition advice at some of the company’s Vancouver stores. She knows just how closely intertwined diet and immunity are. And she knows how to use your weekly grocery run as a strategic defence against colds and flu.

“I play a role in helping customers and clients choose the right foods to boost their immune system,” says Wang. She offers everything from cooking demonstrations to one-on-one consultations. She also gives grocery store tours.

sage went on a tour with this shopping-savvy dietitian to learn the secrets of planning an immune-boosting grocery store trip. Now, we’re passing her tactics on to you.

FIRST STOP: PRODUCE SECTIONIn most grocery stores, you’re greeted with the produce section as soon as you walk in the door. Is it any wonder? This is the most visually appealing area, with its stacks of dimpled oranges, shiny apples and freshly misted spinach.

Variety is what makes this section so attractive—and so healthy.

“People always ask me what the healthiest fruit or vegetable is, and there’s really no healthiest, just because different colours have different nutrient profiles,” says Wang. “So it’s mostly about variety as opposed to the one superfood.”

You may think an immune-boosting grocery cart is one brimming with oranges. And yes, citrus fruits are a good source of the antioxidant vitamin C—probably the most famous immune system supporter. But orange-fleshed butternut squash will also give you vitamin C, plus a hit of fibre.

“The more variety you get, even within a colour, the more nutrients your body is going to get,” says Wang.

Like other orange vegetables, butternut squash gets its hue from beta carotene. Your body converts beta carotene into vitamin A, an important immunity helper. So choose a range of orange-coloured veggies, from sweet potatoes to carrots.

“In addition to variety within a colour, it’s important to get a variety of colours,” Wang adds. Basically, your grocery cart should look like a kindergarten classroom: bursting with bold colours. Orange or yellow, red, blue or purple, green, and white fruits and veggies should all be included.

“So white’s not really a colour, but all the vegetables that are white are still healthy for you,” says Wang. Think cauliflower—yet another good source of vitamin C—and mushrooms, which can be a source of vitamin D. (Vitamin D affects your immune response.)

However, Wang says that if you’re ever faced with a white and a colourful version of a vegetable—say, an orange-fleshed sweet potato versus a white-fleshed potato—go with the colour.

Even cauliflower comes in purple and orange varieties that will give you the benefits of white cauliflower, but with a bonus. Orange cauliflower contains about 25 times more vitamin A than its paler cousin. Purple cauliflower gets its pretty colour from its anthocyanin content—the same antioxidant that people praise in red wine.

Flourish with better

fitness nutrition

Take a new direction with your diet

WORDS BY BRENDAN ROLFE, BA, DipA, PTS, & JOSHUA DUVAUCHELLE

STYLING BY VANESSA ANNANDPHOTOGRAPHS BY DENNY DIAS

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Conventional retailers like supermarkets account for a rapidly growing share of the natural health products market. The mainstream shopper is the new natural health shopper.

Among Canadian shoppers,

• 88% believe they can do a lot with food and nutrition to prevent illness, but only 67% think they’re knowledgeable about health and nutrition. sage closes this gap by educating them.

• 76% are actively changing their lifestyles to be healthier. sage inspires them to succeed.

• 79% like trying new products, and half of them want to see more convenient healthy options. sage showcases new natural health offerings.

We’ve partnered with Canada’s biggest retailer, Loblaw, so you can reach the most new customers. sage is distributed in the Natural Values section and other strategic locations in Loblaw stores across Canada.

sage readers

• are the principal shoppers for their home

• are predominantly 30- to 55-year-old females

• have household incomes of $85,000

• have a post-secondary education

• are more likely to use herbal remedies

• often own their own homes

• are from households with 3 or more individuals

• live primarily in metropolitan areas

• buy organic products and produce

• live highly active lifestyles

HOW SAGE ENGAGES THE CONSUMER YOU WANT

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gets you a spot on the shelf.“From the front page to the Goodbye—even the ads are

enticing! The advice columns are concise and to the point. I was so excited at the artistic new format, I picked up extra

copies for friends.”

-L. Hassey, sage reader

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sage makes natural health simple, beautiful and inspiring. Our articles unpack otherwise complicated health topics.

Our advice is easy to use. Our recipes are gorgeous and nutritious.

And we always let readers know when these delish dishes are vegan or gluten free.

Here’s just a taste of the many topics we’re covering in the coming year.

WHAT SAGE WILL WRITE ABOUT IN 2018

JANUARYDIGESTIVE HEALTH

Topics include: acid reflux disorders, filling dietary gaps, energizing foods

FEBRUARYHEART HEALTH

Topics include: microbes and heart health, plant-based diets, making fitness fun

MARCHDETOX

Topics include: cleansing foods and herbs, healthy beverages, hydrating skin care

APRILDE-STRESSING

Topics include: stress and hormones, complexion care, overcoming fatigue

MAY/JUNEHIS & HER HEALTH

Topics include: fertility, healthy travel, men’s and women’s supplements

JULY/AUGUSTBRAIN HEALTH

Topics include: brain-gut connection, summer beauty, cooking lighter foods

SEPTEMBERCHILDREN’S HEALTH

Topics include: healthy kids’ foods, phytonutrients, treating childhood ailments

OCTOBERLONGEVITY

Topics include: nutrients for longevity, joint health, traditional cooking

NOVEMBER/DECEMBERIMMUNITY

Topics include: natural immune boosters, holiday health habits, seasonal treats

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