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GFCP Certified Brand Toppits Is First In Canada to Offer Gluten-Free and MSC Certified Breaded Fish

GFCP Certified Brand Toppits Is First In Canada to Offer Gluten-Free and MSC Certified Breaded Fish















(PRWEB) March 10, 2015

The Gluten-Free Certification Program (GFCP), in partnership with the Canadian Celiac Association, is pleased to announce that Toppits Foods Ltd., a Canadian provider of high quality seafood for over 100 years, has launched a GFCP certified line of breaded fish. “Toppits is delighted to introduce Canadians to its delicious gluten-free breaded fish line that is certified by the Gluten-Free Certification Program and is Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) certified as sustainable,” said company owner Heather Gremont. “The number of Canadians choosing to follow a gluten-free lifestyle is increasing and we’re sure that Toppits’ tender flaky fillets will quickly become a family favourite.”

The Gluten-Free Certification Program is a voluntary program designed for manufacturers and brand owners committed to producing safe and reliable gluten-free products. The program combines stringent, risk-based gluten-free requirements with globally recognized food safety management systems, which exceed government requirements in both Canada and the United States. It is verified by an annual robust, third-party facility audit process which ensures continued compliance. Consumers can now shop with confidence across North American and know that the products they are purchasing meet the industry’s strictest gluten-free requirements when they see the GFCP trademark.

“The Canadian Celiac Association believes that all Canadians have the right to safe food, and have designed the Gluten-Free Certification Program to meet these special needs,” states Sue Newell, Operations Manager of the Canadian Celiac Association. “The CCA advocates on behalf of approximately 2,000,000 Canadians suffering from celiac disease and gluten sensitivity, who are frustrated by the uncertainty of identifying the gluten-free products that are essential to their well-being.”

Paul Valder, President of the Allergen Control Group Inc. (ACG), the corporation that manages the GFCP states that “by displaying the GFCP trademark, Toppits provides consumers with a trusted and easily identifiable source of gluten-free products without sacrificing taste. With an ever-growing gluten-free market, Toppits’ Black Pepper Cod, Lightly Seasoned Haddock, and Savoury Lemon Sole offer solutions for those who have celiac disease, gluten sensitivity or are simply looking for a healthier alternative to a wheat-based breaded fish.”

Toppits products are currently available at Sobeys across Canada and in Ontario at the following locations: Toppits Seafood Market, Longo’s, Metro, Lady York Holding Inc, The Garden Basket Food Markets, Monastery Bakery & Delicatessan Ltd., Cousin’s Gourmet Market, Marilu’s Market, Battaglias Market Place, Sharpe’s Food Market, Taste of Country and Farm Boy.

About Toppits Foods Ltd.

Toppits Foods Ltd. is an importer and supplier of frozen foods to the Canadian foodservice, retail and manufacturing industries, specializing in seafood. With an unrelenting focus on quality, Toppits offers a wide variety of fresh and frozen fish and seafood items as well as Hors D’oeuvres, Grilled Vegetables and the well-known line of POP Herbs. http://www.toppits.com

About the Allergen Control Group Inc. (ACG)

The Allergen Control Group Inc. is a privately held corporation which owns and operates the Gluten-Free Certification Program on a global basis and is endorsed exclusively by the CCA in Canada and the NFCA in the USA. http://www.glutenfreecert.com

About the Canadian Celiac Association (CCA)

The Canadian Celiac Association is the national voice for people who are adversely affected by gluten, and is dedicated to improving diagnosis and quality of life. Based in Mississauga, Ontario with 28 Chapters across the country, its mission includes advocacy, education, research and community support. http://www.celiac.ca























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Skin and Coat Supplement for Dogs and Cats (Omega 3 Fish Oil, Vitamins, Amino Acids, Minerals) 60 Bacon Flavor Chewables. Reviews

Skin and Coat Supplement for Dogs and Cats (Omega 3 Fish Oil, Vitamins, Amino Acids, Minerals) 60 Bacon Flavor Chewables.

  • Healthy and fortified skin.
  • Helps to reduce skin dryness, flaking, and itching.
  • Support a Silky, Resistant and Shiny Coat: Mantains the natural luster and elasticity. Reduce hair loss.
  • Natural Product. 60 BACON-FLAVORED tablets for DOGS and CATS. Easy to administer, Pets love them as a treat or sprinkled over their food.
  • Great source of Fatty Acids, Vitamins, Amino Acids and Mineral

BENEFITS for the SKIN:
Results in healthy and fortified skin that successfully fulfills its protective shield function.
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Reduces the excessive production of earwax.
Helps to reduce inflammatory reactions in the skin.
Provides strength to the skin against bacterial and fungal infections.

BENEFITS for the COAT:
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Fish oil creates bigger brains, Your Lifestyle Product comment.

Fish oil creates bigger brains, Your Lifestyle Product comment.











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Gatwick, Surrey (PRWEB UK) 2 February 2014

Latest research has found that eating fish not only increases brain size but also protects against developing Alzheimer’s disease reports Daily Mail on 27th January 2014. The findings come from a new study published in the Neurology journal ( http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-2544287/Fish-oil-help-prevent-Alzheimers-bigger-brain.html).

Alzheimer’s disease develops as a result of the brain shrinking in volume as well as aging. People living in Britain are currently advised to eat fish at least twice a week, including one portion of oily fish. The essential Omega-3 fatty acid found in oily fish is Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), which helps the nerve cells communicate.

A US study focusing on the levels of omega-3 fatty acids including DHA in red blood cells tested 1,111 women. After eight years once the women were 78, MRI scans had been taken. The results of the scans identified that those with twice as high levels of fatty acids had a larger brain volume by up to two inches.

According to Dr Pottala, “Our study suggests that a higher tissue reserve of omega-3 fatty acids may slow the loss of cognitive function that can accompany brain atrophy.” From the findings, it supports the fish oil supplements as Omega-3 fats contribute to several health benefits, such as reducing heart attacks, blood clots, dangerous heart rhythms and inflammation of the brain.

Yourlifestyle comment, “Experts have been telling us to eat more fish for Omega 3 for years now, but the truth is that in the UK, we tend to eat more meat, and many people still find fish unpalatable. In such instances, it is a good idea to supplement the diet with a good quality fish oil capsule which high concentrations of EPA and DHA to make these essential nutrients are still present in the diet”.

Your Lifestyle Products have recently launched Hi-Mega, a powerful combination of Omega 3 fish oils, which contain high concentrations of the essential fatty acids EPA (Eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (Docosahexaenoic acid). Each soft gel capsule contains Vitamin A, D, and E to help support the body’s circulatory system.

For further details, contact YourLifestyle Products on 0208 619 0025 or email: csuk (at) yourlifestyle (dot) com.























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ConsumerLab.com Finds Quality Problems with Nearly 30% of Fish Oil Supplements Reviewed (Including Krill and Algal Oil Supplements)



White Plains, NY (PRWEB) September 28, 2010

Tests of fish, algal and krill oil supplements revealed quality problems with 7 out of 24 products selected by independent testing organization ConsumerLab.com. Three products contained less of the omega-3 fatty acids EPA and/or DHA than claimed, spoilage was detected in one of these products as well as in two others (including a children’s supplement), an enteric-coated product released its ingredients too early, and a supplement for pets exceeded the contamination limit for PCBs. Seventeen other products passed testing as did 15 products similarly tested through ConsumerLab.com’s voluntary certification program. ConsumerLab.com’s report is now available online to its members.

ConsumerLab.com reported these additional, notable findings:


Labels on some products included terms such as “pharmaceutical grade” and “tested in FDA approved laboratories,” which are meaningless as there is no basis for either claim.
A krill oil supplement that failed for both spoilage and low omega-3 levels claimed to be quality assured under GMPs (good manufacturing practices). Another “krill oil” supplement contained more fish oil than krill oil.
Most products met ConsumerLab.com’s strict contamination limit for dioxin-like PCBs of 3 picograms per gram (3 parts per trillion). However, one product (a pet supplement) slightly exceeded this limit with 3.14 picograms per gram. However, this exposure is still very small compared to that from fish meat — a small serving (3 ounces) of fatty fish such as salmon may easily provide 170 picograms of dl-PCBs as well as a significant amount of mercury. Trace amounts of dl-PCBs were found in all supplements, despite claims on some of being free of contaminants. There was no detectable mercury in any of the supplements.
The cost to obtain 100 mg of EPA and/or DHA from fish oil ranged from about 1 cent to 15 cents among fish oil supplements, and was about 30 cents from krill or algae oils. A fairly standard daily dose of 500 mg of EPA + DHA from a quality-approved product could be had for as little as 6 cents. Higher prices were not associated with higher quality.
Concentrations of EPA and DHA ranged from less than 20% to over 80% of the marine oil content listed on front labels — which is why consumers should specifically look for the amounts of EPA and DHA which typically appear on side labels.
“Supplements providing EPA and/or DHA are a great alternative to fish as a source of beneficial omega-3 fatty acids, as they typically have far fewer contaminants, cost less, and are more convenient to obtain. But products vary in quality, strength, odor-reduction, and price, so you need to choose carefully,” said Tod Cooperman, M.D., ConsumerLab.com’s president.

Consumption of EPA and DHA appears to reduce the risk of coronary heart disease and may be helpful in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, other inflammatory diseases, and psychiatric illness. EPA and DHA may also reduce the risk of certain cancers and macular degeneration. Fish oil supplements are given to pets to help maintain their coats and skin. U.S. sales of fish oil supplements in 2009 were 6 million, up 20% from the prior year, according to Nutrition Business Journal. A recent survey by ConsumerLab.com showed that fish oil had become the most commonly used supplement among people who regularly use supplements, exceeding, for the first time, the use of multivitamins. Seventy four percent of respondents reported using a fish oil supplement.

The new report includes test results, quality ratings, comparisons and reviews of products from the following brands: Advocare, CardioStat (Amerifit), Carlson, CVS, Dr. Sears, Finest Natural (Walgreen), Garden of Life, Kirkland (Costco), Life Extension, Liquid Solutions, Master Omega, Natrol, Natural Factors, Nature Made, New Chapter, Nordic Naturals, NOW, NSI (Vitacost), Olympian Labs, OmegaBrite, Origin (Target), PregnancyPlus, Puritan’s Pride, Quest Longevity (Canadian), Res-Q, Solgar, Source Naturals, Spring Valley (Walmart), Swanson, Trader Joe’s, The Simpsons, Vital Nutrients, VitalOils (VitalRemedyMD), Vitamin Shoppe, Vitamin World, Weil, Wellements, and 1-800-PetMeds. The report also includes information about dosing, side-effects, cautions, reduced-odor products, and proper storage of fish oil.

In addition to the products reviewed, two krill oil ingredients by Enzymotec USA have been tested and approved for quality through ConsumerLab.com’s Raw Materials Testing Program.

ConsumerLab.com is a leading provider of consumer information and independent evaluations of products that affect health and nutrition. The company is privately held and based in Westchester, New York. It has no ownership from, or interest in, companies that manufacture, distribute, or sell consumer products.

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