Supplements in Canada: The Top 5
Updated Dec. 15th, 2022 | Read Time: 4 Minutes
The selection of vitamins and supplements in Canada available today is massive and only continues to grow. Sometimes it's difficult to know which supplements are best for you and your specific needs. Don't worry; we're here for you. We've rounded up our top five best-selling supplements in Canada and will discuss how they support your health.
Vitamin D
Vitamin D is often referred to as the “sunshine vitamin” because it can be produced in your body when you expose your skin to sunlight. But you may be surprised to know that 42% of Canadians are deficient in this vitamin. This makes it one of the top supplements in Canada that you should be taking daily. Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that plays an important role in the development and maintenance of strong bones. It also supports your immune system, blood pressure levels, insulin production and heart health. Most people get enough vitamin D from sunlight exposure during the summer months, but between October and April, it’s hard to get enough sunlight on your skin to produce adequate amounts of vitamin D for optimal health.
It is recommended that we all get 2500 IU of this vital vitamin each day. National Nutrition makes it easy to find the right vitamin D supplement for you by offering a range of formats from vegan formulas, liquids, tablets and even ones bolstered with vitamin K for extra bone health support.
Magnesium
Everyone knows about calcium supplements, but what about magnesium? Magnesium is a mineral that is important for energy production, nerve and muscle function, blood pressure regulation, and bone health. Up to 65% of Canadians could be deficient in magnesium, thanks to farming practices that render our food less nutritious. Plus, when you're stressed or if you have digestive difficulties, your body may lose more magnesium than you take in, making it extra important to supplement. If you're feeling constipated, tired or stressed, you may be deficient in magnesium. But luckily, it's very easy to reverse deficiency and feel like yourself again.
At National Nutrition, we carry different forms and formats of magnesium supplements in Canada, helping you find the right magnesium supplement for your needs. The two most popular forms of magnesium, include
- Magnesium Citrate: may have a relaxing and laxative effect.
- Magnesium Bisglycinate: may lessen stress and anxiety, and help to promote sleep without a laxative effect.
Both of which are available in capsules, tablets, liquid preparations and topical magnesium products to make it super convenient to get your magnesium dose.
Curcumin
You've probably heard of curcumin, the active ingredient in turmeric. Curcumin is an antioxidant that has been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties. It's most commonly used as a dietary supplement for joint pain and other ailments related to chronic inflammation, such as arthritis and memory. Turmeric is becoming more popular as a spice to have on hand at home. However, if you are struggling with joint pain, or looking to support your body's recovery process between workouts, supplements will yield a higher concentration of this active ingredient.
Curcumin is the bioactive compound of turmeric, offering more health benefits. Because curcumin is difficult for your body to absorb and utilize, you will often see supplements available in extract format. At National Nutrition, we carry every type of curcumin that you can imagine, from tinctures to extracts and fermented turmeric, to liposomal formats. Our in-store experts will help you find the right product for you among the top curcumin supplements in Canada.
Vitamin C
Most people increase their intake of vitamin C when the colder weather rolls around, but did you know that vitamin C has many other important uses in the body? Vitamin C is an essential nutrient (which means that your body can't make it) that helps your body produce collagen. Collagen is a protein that supports the structure of blood vessels, bones, muscles and tendons. Vitamin C also helps your body absorb iron and is a part of the production of neurotransmitters in your brain. National Nutrition carries Ester-C, liposomal and timed-release options to make it easy.
Omega-3
Omega-3 fatty acids are essential for good health. It's estimated that up to 95% of North Americans aren't getting the vital fatty acids found in fish oils. What happens when you don't get enough Omega 3? Lack of omega-3s from your diet, can contribute to chronic inflammatory conditions, trouble thinking clearly and low mood, to name a few.
The two most important fatty acids in fish oil are eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). Omega-3 liquids will have varying ratios of EPA and DHA, depending on your goals. For example, formulas that help combat inflammation and boost mood contain higher levels of EPA, whereas formulas that help support a healthy brain and cognition will contain more DHA.
National Nutrition has many options for quality omega-3 fatty acids with targeted formulas for your health goals, including capsules and liquids.
If you’ve been looking for new ways to improve your health and wellness with nutrition, we hope this list has given you some ideas about the most popular supplements in Canada. When you shop at National Nutrition, we guarantee that we have a supplement that will fit your needs and help you achieve your health goals.
Hi can I buy the above for my dog in liquid with a pump ?
Hello, Rita,
Thank you for your question. We don't have a pump Omega supplement for dogs, but a customer favourite is Bio Fats, and you can purchase one of our aromatherapy bottles and pumps to pour it into if you'd like. They are all linked below for your convenience. Have a healthy day!
Bio Fats: https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/biologicvet-biofats-omega-3-6-9-natural-flavour-946ml.html
Bottle: https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/aromapathic-labs-diy-dual-lid-with-pump-bottle-500ml.html