Burnbrae Farms: A Proud National Sponsor of Parkinson's Superwalk Since 2006!
GeneralWhy Burnbrae Supports Parkinson’s SuperWalk
Since 2006, Burnbrae Farms has been a proud national sponsor of Parkinson’s SuperWalk. The walks take place across the country each September and are a signature event for Parkinson Canada. The organization raises awareness and funds on behalf of Canadians living with Parkinson’s disease. Parkinson Canada provides services and education to people living with Parkinson’s disease, their families, and the healthcare professionals who treat them.
Burnbrae Farms and Parkinson Canada promote overall brain health for Canadians, and specifically those living with Parkinson’s. Evidence suggests that omega-3 fatty acids like those found in fish, spinach, flax and hemp seeds, and omega-3 enriched eggs, may have neuroprotective properties.
Dietitians advise that you can maintain good health when living with Parkinson’s disease by enjoying a variety of vegetables, fruits, whole grains and proteins from poultry, eggs, meat, nuts, seeds fish and beans. Additionally, exercise, drinking fluids and a healthy diet may also help alleviate some of the non-motor symptoms of Parkinson’s.
Learn more about Burnbrae Farms’ selection of Omega Enriched Eggs
Burnbrae Farms is proud to produce a variety of nutritionally enhanced eggs, including a line of omega enriched eggs. In some studies, omega-3 fats are linked to improved cognitive function. Omega-3 fats are found in salmon, trout and other fatty fish; and omega-3 enriched eggs.
A common question when it comes egg farming and nutritionally enhanced eggs is; how is the level of omega-3 elevated in these eggs? It’s quite simple, the nutritional profile of the egg depends on the specialized diet that the hen is fed. The diet of that hens that lay omega enriched can include flax seed or fish oil, which naturally elevates the omega-3 levels in the eggs.
Learn more about Burnbrae Farms’ selection of omega enriched eggs below.
Shell Eggs
Cracked Eggs
Hard Boiled Eggs
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SuperWalks take place across the country each September! To learn more about a walk in your community visit: www.superwalk.ca
About Parkinson Canada SuperWalk 2019
Parkinson Canada SuperWalk provides the opportunity for participants to raise funds and awareness on behalf of all Canadians living with Parkinson’s. Since 1990, Parkinson SuperWalk has raised more than $40 million, which is invested in communities across Canada to provide support, education and advocacy for people affected by Parkinson’s and for Parkinson’s research into improving treatments and finding a cure.