Can breastfeeding prevent wheezing and asthma among infants?
According to research out of the University of Manitoba, breastfeeding could help to reduce wheezing and asthma in infants. Meghan Azad, co-author of the...
Drink to your health! Wine may protect against neuronal death
Good news for wine lovers: a brand-new study shows that moderate wine intake can help to fight off neurodegenerative diseases and cognitive decline.
A group...
Is fasting an effective dieting method for weight loss?
In today’s world of dieting, fasting has become one of the most talked-about and practiced methods for weight loss. However, just how harmful is...
How much do you really know about fibre?
BY GLENDA BRITTON, RHN
As a nutritionist, part of my job is to debunk the myths surrounding different foods and nutrients. Sometimes, this gets pretty...
Want to improve your relationship? Think about sex more!
While helping out around the house, listening to your partner, and being kind are all typical pieces of relationship advice, here’s one you may...
Is this soy sauce alternative your new favourite health booster?
THIS ALTERNATIVE TO SOY SAUCE GIVES YOUR MEALS A MUCH-NEEDED HEALTH KICK
By Melissa Smith, CNP
These days, you’re rarely hard-pressed to find some sort of...
Feeling anxious? Give meditation a try
If you’re feeling anxious, meditation may be the best way to help control your thoughts. A new study out of the University of Waterloo...
It’s National Mental Health Week!
From May 1–7, it’s National Mental Health Week. This annual awareness-raising initiative is focused on bringing greater attention to mental health issues in Canada.
The Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA) recognizes...
It’s time to take action: help establish GMO labelling!
For the past 20 years, Canadian polls have consistently shown that consumers want mandatory labels on genetically modified (GM) foods. Now’s your chance to...
Strengthen your pelvic floor—and your core—with these exercises
While its importance is apparent, your pelvic floor probably doesn’t get much attention during your workouts. It’s time to change that—here’s how to work...