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What is Wrong With my Dog’s Elbow?

April 9, 2019/in News, Pet Health /by sierra

Elbow dysplasia could be causing your dog’s elbow to be uncomfortable, making it hard for your dog to walk.

Many large breed dogs including Golden and Labrador Retrievers, Bernese Mountain Dogs, Bearded Collies, Chow Chows, German Shepherds, and Newfoundlands are prone to elbow dysplasia.

If you notice your dog is limping or is trying to avoid putting weight on a leg – this could indicate your dog’s elbow is giving him trouble. Interestingly, elbow dysplasia is very common in dogs and symptoms can arise in dogs as young as 4 months old.

Manufactures Night at UBC Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences

March 29, 2019/in Events, News, PR Announcements /by sierra

Hosted by the Lamda Kappa Sigma Fraternity – Wednesday March 13^th 2019

There’s always more to education than in the classroom, hence why we were delighted to be invited to the 2019 Manufactures Night at UBC. After last year’s enthusiasm from the students to learn, educate and keep up with modern advancements in the pharmaceutical sciences world, we were excited about returning to UBC. Meeting the 200+ future pharmacists of our community, engaging and enlightening them on our story, products and research.

The evening allowed pharmacy students to engage with over 20 manufactures in the industry. Promoting education and professional development, getting to expand their knowledge on various companies, products, research and meeting with people in the industry.

On a Scale of 1 to 10 World Film Premiere March 12th 2019

March 26, 2019/in Events, News, PR Announcements /by sierra

Pain is a big deal for a lot of the population, with chronic pain affecting 1 out of 5 people. This has trigged an opioid crisis with no solution in sight so far…!

We attended the On a Scale of 1 to 10 movie premiere in VanCity Theatre, Vancouver last Tuesday. Directed and produced by Citrus Pie Media Group. SierraSil, sponsored the screening of this fantastic documentary addressing the issue of chronic pain offering hope to people who are affected by it.

On a Scale of 1 to 10 – Official Trailer #1

Learning About Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS)

What Is DOMS?

March 14, 2019/in Exercise General, Running, Yoga /by sierra

DOMS is the muscle soreness and stiffness you feel a few hours or the day after a hard work-out.

DOMS stands for Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness.

This muscle soreness and ache you feel in your muscles is different from a muscle strain or torn ligament. A strain or tear is felt immediately.

DOMS, however is often not felt until the day after your run, session in the gym, extra tennis game, or challenging CrossFit workout of the day (WOD).

What are the Top Dog Myths?

March 5, 2019/in Pet Health /by sierra

The list of top dog myths is a long one. It seems we’ve all heard a dog myth or 2 that we now believe as fact.

There are myths around your dog’s nose, mouth, vision, grass eating habits, exercise needs, and how they age.

Everyone has an opinion on what a wet nose means or what eating grass is all about or how much exercise a dog really needs.

Now, we’re dog people at SierraSil. Some days it seems like there is more office chatter about our dogs then there is about our kids. Yeah, we know how it is.

And this is exactly why we want to talk about dog myths.

SierraSil President, Michael Bentley, receives John Holtmann Leadership Award from the CHFA

February 28, 2019/in News, PR Announcements /by sierra

SierraSil Health Inc is honoured that our President, Michael Bentley received the John Holtmann Leadership Award from the Canadian Health Food Association on Saturday, February 23^rd, 2019.

The John Holtmann Leadership Award was created in memory of John Holtmann and recognizes a leader and mentor within the natural health industry who demonstrates passion and commitment, serves as an inspiration for others, and has played a significant role within the his/her company and the wider industry. https://chfa.ca/en/News/Achievement-Awards/John-Holtmann-Leadership-Award

Here are 9 workout activities to try this summer with your dog:

4 Fun Ways to Work-Out with Your Dog

February 21, 2019/in Pet Health /by sierra

Your dog loves to and wants to move. Whether it’s playing tag in the backyard, your daily morning dog walk, or going out for a hike in the woods – your dog is happy to work-out with you.

We want you to embrace this joy for movement and have put together our 4 favorite ways to work-out with your dog.

This movement and working out with your dog helps keep your dog’s joints healthy, encourages a healthy weight (for you and your dog), supports your dog’s mental health, and gives both of you all-important bonding time.

Before starting a new work-out with your dog, it’s important you honestly think about your dog’s current level of fitness and age. If your dog is not used to running, hiking, or agility games – it’s very important you start slowly.

How To Use a Tennis Ball for Sore Muscle Relief

February 10, 2019/in General Health /by sierra

To use a tennis ball for a sore muscle relief, to relieve your sore back, calf muscles, feet, hands, shoulders, and thighs takes just a few minutes a day.

Thanks to the power of myofascial release, a tennis ball is your new best friend when your lower back starts to ache or when you feel some tension and discomfort in your feet.

Just as a massage helps work out the stiffness and knots in your muscles, you can do the same with a simple tennis ball. The great thing about using a tennis ball to relieve your muscle and joint tightness and discomfort is that it costs nothing, and you can treat yourself whenever you need it.

How Exercise Benefits Whole Body Health

January 14, 2019/in Exercise General /by sierra

You know that exercise is key to helping you build a strong, flexible and mobile body. Along with eating a balanced diet, getting adequate sleep, and avoiding smoking – a daily exercise habit is one of the best things you can do for your health.

However, many of us simply associate exercise and its benefits with our physical bodies. We read articles about how lifting weights can make us stronger, how yoga keeps us flexible, and how running or cycling will help support our heart health. Often overlooked in these articles is how exercise benefits your whole-body health. Read more

A Different Spin on New Year’s Resolutions

January 7, 2019/in General Health /by sierra

It’s the start of another new year. A time to set big goals and to maybe makes some changes in your lifestyle. Many of us set New Year’s resolutions that come with big sacrifices or demand massive changes to our current lifestyle – making these resolutions not only difficult but practically impossible.

However, challenging these resolutions are, the one thing they do in the short-term is give us hope and anticipation in a time when we’re experiencing the holiday let-down. The holiday let-down or post-holidays blues is a real part of life for many of us, so these resolutions we set, regardless of the unlikelihood of achieving them, do give us something to strive towards. Read more

Hosted by the Lamda Kappa Sigma Fraternity – Wednesday March 13th 2019

Hosted by the Lamda Kappa Sigma Fraternity – Wednesday March 13^th 2019