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Menopause is an inevitable stage in a woman's life, but it is too often accompanied by physical and psychological symptoms that profoundly affect quality of life: hot flashes, sleep disturbances, persistent fatigue, joint pain, mood swings, and decreased libido are just a few examples. To better manage menopause symptoms, more and more women are seeking natural, hormone-free solutions.
Finding a protein powder that meets our performance, digestion, and budget needs can often be a challenge. That's why I wanted to tell you about Isogen , a new product available at Shop Santé, which offers an original and effective blend: 54% protein isolate and 46% hydrolyzed beef protein.
When we talk about supplements, we often think of major American or international brands. However, several products made right here in Canada deserve our full attention! Quality, accessibility, and thoughtful formulation: that's exactly what I'm looking for as a trainer and supplement enthusiast. Here are four local products that I personally use and regularly recommend.
I often get asked, "What should I take during my workout? BCAAs ? An EAA mix? Hydration ?" And honestly, I understand why it's confusing: the products look similar, the names blur, and the promises are often unclear.
So let's clear this up!
If you run , cycle , swim, or do any endurance sport , you know this: there always comes a time when you feel like your energy is suddenly dropping. You start off fully motivated, you're in it, you're keeping up your pace... and then bang, your body lets you down a bit. It's not that you're not in shape. It's just that your glycogen stores are dropping , and that's completely normal after a certain amount of exercise.
When you're training hard—whether it's a long bike ride, a 15K run, or a big leg workout—you know how energy and hydration management can make or break your performance. Personally, I long underestimated the impact of intra-workout nutrition… until I tried FuelZone from Yummy Sport.
When doing endurance sports, it's easy to forget the most important energy substrate: carbohydrates . Yet, they are the key to performance. Too often demonized for fear of "gaining weight", carbohydrates, and in particular fast sugars, are essential for maintaining intensity, burning more calories, and even promoting fat loss through better overall performance.
Fat burners often get a bad rap. Why? Because many products on the market are simply ineffective or poorly formulated. But this reality is changing.
Adaptogenic herbs are aptly named: they help the body to adapt to to the various stresses of everyday life, whether it's a lack of energy, a heavy mental load or a need for recovery. Unlike conventional stimulants such as caffeine, which either excite or calm the nervous system, adaptogens regulate physiological responses to help maintain a natural balance.