Three unauthorized health products that may pose serious health risks were seized by Health Canada at Langley’s Well Beings Health & Nutrition Centre.
Health Canada’s website indicated the seizure took place on Tuesday at the store, located at Unit 202-22259 48 Ave.
The products in question are Progesta-Care Body Cream (Brand: Life-flo), DHEA 25 Age-Free (Brand: Body Performance), DHEA 50 Age-Free (Brand: Body Performance)
Health Canada says if you have used any of these products to consult your healthcare practitioner.
DHEA is a controlled drug that can cause higher than normal levels of female and male hormones in the body and could increase the risk of prostate, breast, ovarian, and other hormone-sensitive cancers, said Health Canada on its website.
Potential side effects include serious cardiovascular disease, changes in fertility and sperm production. DHEA should be avoided by individuals with a history of abnormal heart rhythms, blood clotting disorders, liver disease and those who are pregnant or breast-feeding.
Progesterone can be associated with serious side effects, in particular in certain vulnerable patients (i.e. patients at risk of blood clots). Health risks would likely arise after long term use.
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