One of the best things about summer in Canada is the strawberries! It is a sign that summer is truly here and a delight that can be a part of every meal. Strawberries on cereal or waffles for breakfast, in salads for lunch, and strawberries and cream for dinner's desert. Strawberries are good for heart [...]
Most people know that stress is linked to our mental and physical health. The longer we are stressed or the greater the stress level, the greater the risk of health conditions such as asthma, ulcers, heart attacks, and stroke. Recent studies have shown that stress will also age our immune system. As our [...]
When you are trying to limit your carbohydrate intake, cutting out bread seems to be the hardest thing to do. Many people are better off limiting how much bread they eat (instead of eliminating it) and focussing on eating healthier types of bread. This is a much more realistic strategy that will stick with [...]
Are you a fan of seltzer? If so, with summer here, you might be drinking a bit more of it than usual. Unfortunately, drinking seltzer may be irritating your bladder. Having the odd drink of seltzer is ok but sipping on it everyday and all day can cause some problems. The carbon dioxide used [...]
The warm weather is upon us and sometimes getting a good night sleep is hard to do when it is too warm. Many people turn to fans to help cool the bedroom and get comfortable for the night. Unfortunately, this might not be a good idea for everyone. Here are some downfalls of using [...]
It is a part of normal aging. For each decade after 50, short-term memory dulls and the brain’s processing speed slows down. You might not be aware of it right away but its happening and it is normal. Thankfully, there are ways to counter the decline and to boost memory. Get moving: Exercise of [...]
June 5th was World Environment Day and the climate crisis has become a front-line issue with millions of people at risk due to erratic climate patterns and increased natural disasters. This year, at the United Nations annual conference, the focus was “Living sustainably in harmony with nature”. Here are some global statistics: About seven [...]
You may have heard of Serotonin in relation to depression and anxiety. It is called the “happy chemical” that is linked to your mood. Specifically serotonin is a neurotransmitter and hormone that is produced naturally in your body. Neurotransmitters sends messages between nerve cells and can play a role in how you feel emotionally. [...]
Many people do not realize that certain foods can help with anxiety. Various types of nutrients can influence our moods and emotions, both in a good and bad way. That is because food can effect neurotransmitters - the body’s chemical messengers. Eating fruits and vegetables has proven to lower stress levels and ease [...]
You are tired, you have had a long day and all you want is to go to sleep and have a good night sleep. However, as soon as your head hits the pillow your mind starts racing and you cannot stop thinking about everything that you need to be do. Soon the anxiety sets [...]
