Changing Conditions
The term “pre-existing conditions” was arguably one of the most ominous buzz phrases of 2020. Chronic health problems such as diabetes, obesity, and heart disease—previously considered to be primarily
Countdown to a Healthier Heart
James Young’s heart failed. He was completely unaware that he’d developed all the major risk factors for heart disease. And nine out of 10 Canadians have at least one of these risk factors. Here’s wha
Back-to-School Aromatherapy Essentials
This back-to-school season, don’t just stock up on books and other supplies; add essential oils to help enhance your learning experience. Aromatherapy is not just great for boosting memory, but it may
Caring For The Carer
If the recent health care environment has taught us anything, it’s that our health system relies heavily on home caregiving for those who are sick and dying. And while there are benefits to home care
Sleep On It
It has been described as the best meditation by the Dalai Lama, heaven on earth by poet Edward Lucas, and the bridge between despair and hope by entrepreneur E. Joseph Cossman: sleep is something most
Love is in the Air
People often talk about how “love is in the air.” Research shows this might be true—literally! When you enter a room, your body releases sexual chemicals that tell others about you. What scents are yo
Collision Course
Although our knowledge of SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus (and COVID-19, the disease it causes) epidemiology is still uncertain in many areas, one of the strongest associations to emerge thus far is the link b
10 Surprising Facts About Calcium and Your Body
Calcium is a crucial nutrient that helps the body fulfill many functions. You may associate calcium with your daily glass of milk or serving of yogurt to help support strong bones. However, there’s mu
Taking Charge of Men’s Health
Most men would rather clean the toilet than go to the doctor, according to 72 percent of respondents in a 2019 men’s health survey. Regardless of whether that toilet actually gets cleaned, men still d
Make It A Family Affair
Type 2 diabetes was almost nonexistent among children three decades ago, affecting primarily adults 45 and older. Nowadays there is a worrying increase in cases among young people. What happened betwe
