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If you are an Ostomy or Urostomy patient and are in the Metro Vancouver area, join us for an incredible day of learning on October 19th, 2019 for Ostomy Patient Education Day. RSVP today before the event fills up!   Dr. Morad Hameed, MD MPH FRCSC FACS Associate Professor and Chief, Divisions of General Surgery, Vancouver Acute and University of British Columbia Morad Hameed is…

Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 receptor agonists) are a newer class of injectable medications that were designed to control blood sugars for diabetics. These medications tell the body it must produce more insulin, releasing sugar as needed. After food consumption, pancreatic cells are signaled to release insulin into your bloodstream. If you have more sugar in your body than it requires, the insulin helps store…

The ketogenic diet (or should we say lifestyle?) is a low-carbohydrate, high-fat diet that many studies show to offer numerous health benefits. We’re not here to tell you whether or not the keto-diet is right for you. After all, it’s a choice that you may have already made and cleared with your physician and/or nutritionist. Instead, we’re here to answer your questions about which supplements…

Magnesium glycinate is a health supplement formed by combining magnesium with glycine, a building block for protein that the body produces naturally from other amino acids. This natural health product (NHP) has been the talk of the town as of late, with Canadian consumers and studies alike touting its benefits. That said, quality is everything, and when it comes to NHPs in Canada, there is…

The Canadian Digestive Health Foundation (CDHF) states that more than 20 million Canadians suffer from digestive disorders every year. Severity and type vary, with recent data showing that approximately 135,000 Canadians suffer from Crohn’s disease, 120,000 live with ulcerative colitis, 270,000 have inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and an additional 15,000 have unclassified IBD. In a decade from now, it is predicted that the prevalence of…

Metagenics natural health supplements have been climbing the proverbial charts in Canada when it comes to fulfilling the dietary needs that food alone cannot deliver. While their range of products is seemingly endless, one in particular is answering the critical call from Canadians who suffer from inflammatory bowel diseases and the nutritional deficiencies that follow. UltrainflamX is that product line, and today we’re going to…

In the seemingly never-ending search to find the right ostomy supplies for you, you will have uncovered a number of brands, all claiming to offer the solution you need to live life to the fullest. Some come, some go, but one mainstay you can trust is Coloplast. After all, they are reputed for delivering some of the most advanced ostomy products on the market. Never…

The keyword of this discussion is “Omega-3”, and that’s why you hear so many Canadians asking about Metagenics SPM Active. The Omega-3 essential fatty acid (EFA) has received more press over the past five years than practically any other macronutrient (or any nutrient, for that matter). It is a substance required in significant amounts by living organisms, and yet the human body cannot produce it,…

The financial cost of living with an ostomy is not insignificant. While the combined prices of supplies varies by case, you’re looking at upwards of $1000-1200 CAD per year. And that’s just for the basics, including stoma appliances and supporting systems. If you factor in natural health supplements which are important to being the best version of you that you can be, the annual cost…

By now you’ve heard how important it is to increase your intake of probiotics. But like many, you’re unsure about what exactly probiotics are and what they do. By definition, probiotics are bacteria that assist in maintaining the natural balance of organisms (microflora) in your intestines. This is no easy feat, given that the typical human digestive tract contains approximately 400 classifications of probiotic bacteria,…

Ostomy Supplies in Canada can cost a lot over a year, that’s why we are excited to announce the launch of our Refer-a-Friend program! This exciting program gives members of our community a chance to receive an account credit in exchange for each friend referral that successful becomes an Inner Good customer by making a purchase. Check it out! Refer-a-Friend Now Why Are We Launching…

Stats Canada states that 23 percent of Canadians aged 15 and older (nearly seven million people) exhibit significant stress on a daily basis, with additional reports indicating that 25 percent of working adults cite stress as the reason for leaving their job. It has gotten to the point that even experts are saying stress has reached epidemic proportions in Canada. Even more concerning, is that…

Ostomates understand the importance and necessity of after-surgery wound care better than most. The implications of a poorly maintained stoma and subsequent complications can have you spending more time in the doctor’s office than one could ever dare to experience. Today, InnerGood is here with some product recommendations that can help stave off peristomal infection while assisting with overall wound recovery. *Note: consult with your…

As a proud provider of health and wellness supplies for ostomates, InnerGood digs deeper into the brands we carry, going beyond each product label so that we can answer any questions our valued customers may have. And given that our most popular supplement brand is Metagenics, we often receive inquiries about their products. One frequently occurring query is in regards to CandiBactin-BR, a product that…

When it comes to the challenges of living life after receiving a stoma, skin care tops the list for many. Studies show that up to one-third of colostomy patients and over two-thirds of ileostomy and urostomy patients experience peristomal skin (the skin around the stoma) issues. If you’re reading this article, chances are you’re one of them. The good news, is that you’ve come to…

Recent data from Statistics Canada shows that over 61% of Canadian adults are overweight or obese. The study measures obesity in terms of body mass index (BMI) and on its own the results are concerning. But even more startling, is that experts state that using BMI to measure obesity underestimates the national problem. A lack of obesity does not clear the remaining 39% of the…

A decade ago I became ill with Ulcerative Colitis (UC). It very quickly damaged my body to a point where I required my colon to be removed in an emergency surgery. I remember talking to my surgeon about what my health might look like long term. He looked at me and said: “you are lucky, you have been cured from your disease! (UC) and it is one of…

The annual Vancouver Ostomy Chapter Christmas luncheon is fast approaching and we hope to see you out. We will be in attendance and look forward to reconnecting with everyone we have met over the last year. Event details are as follows: ​Time: Sunday December 3rd, 2017. Doors open at 11:30am. Where: NORTH SHORE WINTER CLUB Address: 1325 East Keith Road, North Vancouver Ticket Reservations: Call…