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A scientist reveals why oranges aren’t the cold cure many people think they are

Tuesday, February 24, 2026
The idea that a daily glass of orange juice can prevent — or even cure a cold is practically folklore at this point. Every winter, plenty of people tweak their diets hoping to “boost” their immune system and load up on vitamins. JCTA Note: Just do a sunbed session, sunlight is more than just getting vitamin D continue reading

Why Vitamin D Status Matters for Whole-Body Health: Key Points from Dr. Michael Holick

Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Vitamin D is a hormone with whole-body effects. Beyond bone health, vitamin D plays critical roles in immune function, muscle strength, inflammation regulation, and gene expression across many tissues. Many vitamin D studies fail to correct deficiency. Trials often show mixed results because participants are not deficient at enrollment, doses are too low to make a difference, or blood levels are not tracked, leading to underestimation of vitamin D’s benefits. continue reading

Selling the Base Tan

Wednesday, February 18, 2026
As spring approaches and clients begin dreaming of sunny getaways, your salon has the perfect opportunity to highlight the benefits of a base tan. More than just a cosmetic enhancement, a base tan is a practical way for clients to prepare their skin for intense sun exposure during vacations. By promoting this message beyond your salon walls, you can attract new clients, build loyalty with existing ones, and position your business as a vital part of pre-vacation planning. continue reading

The Big Vitamin D Mistake: Why the RDA is Dangerously Low

Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Vitamin D has long been recognized as essential for bone health, immune function, and chronic disease prevention. Yet despite decades of research, official recommendations for daily vitamin D intake remain way too low… so low, in fact, that they leave a large portion of the population deficient. continue reading

CRA Tax season starts on February 23! Here’s what you need to start filing

Monday, February 16, 2026
On February 23, 2026, you will be able to file your 2025 income tax and benefit return online! Last tax-filing season, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) received more than 33 million tax returns and 93% were filed online. continue reading

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