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Vegans and Vegetarians are at Risk of Nutrient Deficiencies Published on November 3, 2023 FacebookTwitterRedditLinkedInEmail   Those taking the Veg Pledge should be mindful of several nutrient deficiencies common for vegetarians and vegans – of particular concern is vitamin D deficiency, even among those taking supplements Key Points Research has demonstrated several health benefits for those on a vegetarian diet, however, vegetarians and vegans are at risk of deficiency in vitamins B12, B2 (riboflavin), and vitamin D, protein, omega-3 fatty acids, calcium, and the trace elements iron, iodine, zinc and selenium; one study found that vegans had significantly lower levels of several nutrient and health markers, including vitamin D, iodine, selenium, EPA and DHA Vitamin D deficiency among vegans is of particular concern; 24% of vegans tested had vitamin D levels at or below 20 ng/ml (50 nmol/L) compared to only 6% of non-vegetarians, including those who took a vitamin D supplement Testing levels of vitamin D, omega-3 fatty acids, and other nutrients should be done regularly to help ensure deficiency is avoided There are an estimated 1.5 billion vegetarians worldwide.  …

Local business owner calls federal loan repayment extension “an insult.” ‘I worry for our downtown,’ she says. Author of the article: Nicole Stoffman Published Nov 03, 2023  •  5 minute read Join the conversation Gail Mills, owner of Bermuda Tan, stands in front of a Vitality Totalight tanning bed with pet macaw, Simone.…

Investigate Your Business Monday, October 30th, 2023 SmartTan.com By Scott Nichols As you’re reading this article you can start to see the “light at the end of the tunnel” of the slow season.  As we head into the next season, I challenge you to investigate and plan for it.…

Canada Revenue Agency announces maximum pensionable earnings and contributions for 2024   What’s new for January 1, 2024? The maximum pensionable earnings under the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) will be $68,500—up from $66,600 in 2023. The basic exemption amount for 2024 remains at $3,500.…