NC – Planning a dream wedding ranks as one of the most exciting times for couples, but with so many details, it can also become very stressful. In honour of an estimated one in four Canadian couples getting engaged between ...
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NC – Besides stocking up on eggnog, mistletoe, and wrapping paper for the holiday season, you may also need to stock up on the extra trimmings for all the festive fetes. Think: cascading earrings, glittering clutch bags, and shoes with ...
Read More »Your Health Care Isn’t As Good As You Think It Is
NC – That’s the message of a new report, “Better health, better care, better value for all”, from the Health Council of Canada. The Health Council looked at national and international data and concluded that although Canada is one of ...
Read More »3 Tips For Staying In Shape This Winter
NC – As the days get shorter and the weather much cooler, many of us are retreating indoors for the comfort of the couch—and that relaxation often leads to forgoing physical activity in favour of piping hot chocolate and the ...
Read More »HEALTHY REASONING: A Focus On Men’s Health
By Allan Jones Pride Health Columnist During the 30 days of November, we hear a lot about Movember. As an official global charity, Movember’s vision is to have an impact on the face of men’s health. The movement began in ...
Read More »How To Get Key Nutrients For Healthy Vision
(NC) Popeye trumps Bugs Bunny—at least for nutrition. Carrots are commonly thought of as the best food for eye health. While the beta carotene in carrots helps to support healthy vision – this nutrient supports one aspect of eyesight, night vision. ...
Read More »How Can I Deal With Stress?
Submitted by Dr. George Traitses Stress has become a fact of life, and for some, the daily norm. Although occasional stress can help improve our focus and performance, living with chronic stress can backfire by causing anxiety, depression, and serious ...
Read More »A Good Night’s Sleep Is Essential For A Healthy Heart
(NC) The value of sleep should not be underestimated. Sleep is as important as diet and exercise in a healthy lifestyle. The European Society of Cardiology has found that short sleep duration is associated with harmful results such as higher ...
Read More »Don’t Take Arthritis Lying Down
Submitted by Dr. George Traitses The term “arthritis” means “joint inflammation” and is often used in reference to rheumatic diseases. Rheumatic diseases include more than 100 conditions. Years ago, doctors hardly ever told rheumatoid arthritis patients to “go take a ...
Read More »HEALTHY REASONING: The Flu Vaccine – Yes Or No?
By Allan Jones Pride Health Columnist We are nearing the end of the year, it is getting cold, we are inside the flu season, and many people are coming down with the flu. Health authorities tell us, it is a ...
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