Researchers have zeroed in on one potential trigger for IBS symptoms: FODMAPs. The small carbohydrates are poorly absorbed in the gut. People with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and Celiac Disease have hypersensitive guts that react to certain foods or medications…
The majority of people see January as the best time to start a new fitness plan, however, many people quit their New Year routine within one month! Starting anything new can be a challenge to stick with and in my opinion January isn’t always…
While it’s common to believe that putting on a few extra pounds usually only happens in the winter, it’s also normal for it to happen during summer. Here are five common causes of summer weight gain that may surprise you….
Summer is a favourite time for most people as it’s perfect to go outside and enjoy the warm weather. There are so many outdoor activities to do and so much fun to have! Getting outside can help boost your mood…
Depression and anxiety symptoms often improve with exercise. Here are some realistic tips to help you get started and stay motivated. When you have depression or anxiety, exercise often seems like the last thing you want to do. But once…
Yoga is one of the most popular physical practices across the world and legions of us who swear by it for so many reasons. The benefits of yoga are also widely documented with improvements to your strength, flexibility, and balance…
Treadmill Always do intervals! Experts agree, never do steady-pace cardio all the time. You’ll get far better results and avoid boredom. Try incline or speed intervals. Stay at your same pace, but up the incline every few minutes or try…
Eat Well. Live Well. With those bold words emblazoned across the top, the new Canada’s Food Guide is now a reality. After months of speculation about this important government document, Canada’s Minister of Health Ginette Petitpas Taylor just unveiled the new guide…
Most of the time when you hear about collagen, it’s all about boosting the production in your skin to make you look younger and glowing. You see it all over the place, and that leads to the question, what is…