January 3, 2022
January 2022 – Quit Smoking
Quit smoking Everyone knows that smoking is bad for your health, which makes quitting smoking an ideal New Year’s resolution. It’s also a popular one – thousands of smokers resolve to quit every year. In fact, some smokers like the... read more
December 1, 2021
December 2021 – Happy Healthy Holidays!
Heartburn and the holidays Heartburn never gets invited to anyone’s holiday parties. But the burning pain still shows up to many a feast and celebration. That’s because the winter holidays overflow with heartburn-causing foods, drinks, and habits. Leave the party-pooping... read more
November 2, 2021
November – Diabetes
Diabetes and Healthy Living How to take care of yourself when you are sick When you are sick, it may be challenging to keep your blood glucose under control, as vomiting, nausea, stress hormones, and changes in eating may affect... read more
October 5, 2021
October – Cold & Flu
The at-risk flu patient: what you can do Everyone is at risk for getting the flu. However, there is a group of people who are at higher risk for serious complications and severe infection. This group includes: young children under... read more
September 2, 2021
September – Arthritis
The Facts Arthritis is a chronic disorder that affects 1 in every 6 Canadians over the age of 14. And nearly 60% of those Canadians suffering with arthritis are of working age. It is one of the major reasons people... read more
August 4, 2021
August – Nutrition and Fitness
Foods to fuel fitness How much protein? Despite what many active people think, protein from foods like meat, chicken, eggs, or fish is not an important source of fuel for exercise. While weight lifters and long-distance runners may need a... read more
July 13, 2021
July – Sun Care / Healthy Skin
Fun in the sun Most people love sunny, warm days, when they can get outside for fun and soak up the sun. But sun is one good thing you can have too much of – and not even know you’ve... read more
June 2, 2021
June – Stroke
Stroke facts and warning signs A stroke occurs when the flow of blood to a part of the brain is cut off. This can be due to something (usually a blood clot) blocking the flow of blood to the brain... read more
May 3, 2021
May – Heart Health
Top 10 things you need to know about high blood pressure High blood pressure is a common health threat to Canadians. But aside from knowing that it’s somehow a bad thing, what do most people really know about it? Here... read more
April 9, 2021
April – Cancer / Oral Health
How food choices can affect your cancer risk Getting to the meat of the problem Juicy steaks and other red-meat dishes are culinary signatures in many western nations, including Canada. However, our appetite for beef and other fatty foods may... read more
March 8, 2021
March – Healthy Eating
Crack the Colour Code for Healthy Eating The benefits of eating fruits and vegetables A fruit and veggie market is a feast for the eyes as well as for the body. All the colours – the bright and sumptuous... read more
February 5, 2021
