By Greta Klingler It’s hard to imagine anything that changes your life more than having a child. Moving in with a partner; making the choice to commit to a partner …
Sponsored by Coca Cola Canada When following a healthy lifestyle, calorie counting is done to try to stay on track of calories consumed and calories ...
By Dr. Pearlman Breast cancer ranks as the top health concern for women young and old. In Canada, one in eight women will develop invasive breast canc ...
The National Cancer Institute of Canada (NCIC) acknowledges CRC as the third most common cancer and the second most common cause of death from cancer ...
Sponsored by Reactine An allergy is defined as a hypersensitivity disorder of the immune system. The immune system protects the body against invading agents like bacteria and viruses, but in the case of allergies, the ...
Mercy Ships Canada and other health organizations and charities around the world are recognizing May 23rd as International Day to End Obstetric Fistula. This year, the date marks not only ...
Stefanie Copple, Registered Dietitian Putting away groceries? An unpacking strategy goes a long way to keeping food fresh. Unpacking groceries may seem like a mindless task, but a few important steps ...
By Maria from Today’s Dental Centre in Oak Bay, Victoria, BC. Flossing and brushing are more effective than flossing alone. A toothbrush works by physically removing plaque (plaque is a bacteria ...
Migraine vs. Chronic Migraine Migraine is a specific type of headache with pain that can last anywhere from 4 hours up to 3 days. Pain is usually moderately to severely ...
Stefanie Copple, Registered Dietitian Healthy eating starts at the grocery store. Shop for nutrient-rich choices in every aisle. Nutrient-rich food offers more vitamins, minerals and other nutrients for relatively fewer calories ...
National Infertility Awareness Week: Infertility Myths Debunked By Mary Jane Minkin, M.D., ob/gyn at the Yale School of Medicine and FIRST RESPONSE™ Spokesperson This week is National Infertility Awareness Week, ...
Quick Tips for Weight Control By Stephanie Fehrmann It’s been said that some individuals can gain up to thirty pounds a year if they eat the same as they ...
Interview with Dr. Nadia Malik, Optometrist who is based in Victoria, British Columbia At what age should children get an eye exam? As young as six months old, if the parents ...
By Joanna Vander Vlugt I have heard from many people that they are ‟too busy and don’t have time to work out.” Here’s the question: how easy is it ...
It’s Not In Her Head By Karin Maxey Pain. Most of us experienced it our first time. But every time after that? It’s the dirty little secret 16% of women ...
Stefanie Copple, Registered Dietitian I believe there are some supplements that everyone should include in their daily routine, while others have more personalized requirements. Three supplements I believe all Canadians benefit ...
