(NC)—With over 50,000 strokes taking place each year, 15 per cent of which result in death, stroke has secured its position as the third leading cause of death in Canada. Over 300,000 Canadians are currently living with the effects of stroke, providing hope and inspiration to those currently at risk. Take a proactive approach to [...]

(NC)—From moving furniture at home, to lifting gardening equipment in the yard, to picking up boxes at work, lifting correctly is key to preventing injury. Alberta’s chiropractors offer the following tips for lifting safely and reducing the risk of back injury: 1. Stand close to the load to be lifted. 2. Place your feet shoulder-width [...]

(NC)—When you have sensitive skin you have to be cautious about what you put on your face, but that doesn’t mean you can’t have a regime that is suited to you. It is still important to cleanse and moisturize, so look for products that are designed specifically for sensitive skin. These products tend to have [...]

(NC)—A ‘colonversation’—a conversation about getting screened for colon cancer—can save your life. It can also save the life of a family member or a friend. Colon cancer (also known as colorectal or bowel cancer) is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in Canada. In 2011, an estimated 22,200 Canadians were diagnosed and 8,900 died [...]

(NC)—Do you ever stop to think how much work goes into delivering the food for our daily meals? Here’s a snapshot from Canadian farmers: All crops are planted with hopes that the harvest will be profitable. That’s why farmers rely on tools like crop protection products and plant biotechnology to help increase yields. Increased crop [...]

(NC) With some concern recently about high fructose corn syrup, did you know that Crown Golden corn syrup does not contain high-fructose-corn-syrup? It is therefore, a great choice to brown meats. Simply brush it on fish and roast for about 10 minutes at 350 to 375 º F degrees (180 to 190 °C) until the fish is [...]

(NC)—Eating too much sodium can lead to high blood pressure, stroke and heart disease. The bad news is, most of us are eating more than double the amount of sodium we need. The good news is, you can change that. Take a look at these five tips from Registered Dietitian Sue Mah to improve your [...]

(NC)—It’s not always easy to make sure our meals include the recommended number of vegetable servings on a daily basis. Here are a few simple tips from professional Chef Jérôme Ferrer that will help you add veggies to your diet when meal planning: • Keep the water left over from cooking your vegetables to make [...]

(NC)—Are you constantly on the go? Registered Dietitian Sue Mah offers healthy eating tips to keep you energized throughout your busy day: 1. Always eat a balanced breakfast. This habit will kick-start your metabolism and will get you ready for a busy day. Include some protein, whether it’s peanut butter on a bagel, some granola [...]

(NC)—When hunger pangs hit between meals, do you reach for something healthy? Or do you go rogue? A recent food industry survey showed that as many as 89 per cent of us admitted the need to be “indulgent” when snacking, like a sweet treat for afternoon energy, or something salty with an after-work beverage, and [...]

(NC)—Fruit, plus the vitamin C it contains, is so important to our nutrition, Health Canada recommends “no less than five servings of fruit and vegetables every day”. Simply put, this food group is essential to sustain life. Still, the majority of Canadians don’t eat enough. A recent Statistics Canada report showed that just 43 per [...]

(NC)—According to a new survey conducted by the Almond Board of California, 87% percent of women age 35 and up revealed they snack between meals and a significant proportion (35%) admit to going overboard on snacking, consuming their most indulgent snacks in the late evening hours of the day. Based on these findings, choosing the [...]

(NC)—On the topic of nutrition, most us know now that there are good and bad fats. The bad ones are saturates and trans fats that are found in various deep-fried sweet treats and fast foods just waiting to clog the efficient functioning of our arteries. The good fats are derived from certain grains and vegetables [...]

(NC)—Are you looking for a new way to engage your family in healthy eating? This cauliflower popcorn recipe from leading child nutrition organization, Breakfast for Learning, is a fun and healthy twist on the classic. It can be served as a side dish, or even as a new snack at your next movie night. Cauliflower [...]

(NC)—Fresh Canadian mushrooms are a nutrient dense food, and are available year round, making them a great value for your health and your pocketbook. Loads of Vitamins, Minerals & Fibre When it comes to vitamins & minerals, including riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, copper, phosphorus, potassium and selenium, fresh mushrooms make a great choice. A 1/2 cup serving makes an important [...]

(NC)—We have all heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. But do you knowwhy it is key to overall health? A well–balanced breakfast provides the brain with energy and many key nutrients essential to good health, such as calcium, fibre, and vitamin D. Some foods are naturally rich in these nutrients, such [...]

(NC)—Vitamin D is currently leading the charge to give us better health. Study after study suggests that it can strengthen bones and reduce the risk of ailments, such as colon, prostate and breast cancers. A substance in our skin produces vitamin D when it’s exposed to sunlight—a fascinating fact, but one that spells deficiency in [...]

(NC)—It’s that time of year again, winter, categorized by short days, snow storms, winter tires, and flu season. It’s also the time when produce in your local grocery store is imported from sunny places such as Florida, California and Mexico. There is one item, however, that is never imported and is always fresh—mushrooms. Growing mushrooms [...]

(ARA) – We’re told that drinking water is good for our health. But do we really know why? To get the new year off to a healthy start, here are four reasons why staying hydrated can help you reach your health and lifestyle goals. * Good hydration is as important as good nutrition Did you [...]

(NC)—The crop we know today as canola is actually a made-in-Canada innovation. In the 1970s, Canadian plant breeders developed canola from rapeseed. The latter was grown to produce oils for industrial uses, but the new canola produces oil that is safe and healthy for human consumption (with low levels of saturated fat), and meal beneficial [...]