January 14, 2017
Drinking is a personal choice, if you choose to drink these Canadian Guidelines can help you know you limits.Featured Articles
January 13, 2017
There are two main elements to well-being: feeling good and functioning well. To feel and function better, there are things you can do – the Five Ways to Well-being.
January 13, 2017
How much physical activity is recommended to achieve health benefits and which types of activity should you and your family should participate in?
January 13, 2017
Continued, long-term use and excessive use of alcohol can do damage to your body. Here are a few of the major body parts that can be damaged from excessive drinking.
January 12, 2017
Not everything combines safely with alcohol. Use caution with these “yellow light” alcohol combos. When you choose to drink, it’s always best in moderation and to stay within the low-risk drinking guidelines.
January 12, 2017
Alcohol impacts everyone differently. In small amounts, alcohol can be beneficial. Read more to find out what moderation means.
January 12, 2017
Drinking alcohol can increase your risk of certain diseases and conditions. When it comes to women and alcohol, there are some benefits but also significant risks. Find out what they are.
January 12, 2017
Drinking alcohol can increase your risk of certain diseases and conditions. The more you drink, the more that risk can go up. Find out which diseases men are at risk for from drinking alcohol.
January 12, 2017
Alcohol has both immediate and long-term effects on your body. Learn about how alcohol affects your behaviour and your body.
January 12, 2017
Drinking alcohol can increase your risk of certain diseases including many cancers. The more you drink, the more that risk can go up. Find out how many drinks it takes to put you at risk, what diseases you may face and how high or low those risks can be.Pages
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November 4, 2013
Feeling fatigued is the same as feeling as though you are tired all the time. Why might you be feeling so tired? There could be a number of factors, but there are also many ways to boost your energy too!
January 9, 2013
One of the best ways to get and stay physically active is to set goals. The most effective goals are based on the S.M.A.R.T. formula!
January 9, 2013
Many of us ask how we can better incorporate physical activities into our busy day. The easy first step is to make the decision to commit to physical fitness, the next step is to read some of our suggestions to help get you there.January 13, 2017
How much physical activity is recommended to achieve health benefits and which types of activity should you and your family should participate in?
January 4, 2013
To get the most out of your workout, you should ensure that you are working within your heart rate training zone. If you work too hard, you're likely to injure yourself and, possibly, burn out.
April 15, 2015
If you've ever smoked and tried to quit, you know it’s a challenge. Smoking and your health aside, why is the urge to continue to smoke so strong? There are a number of reasons, the main one being - Brain Chemistry.
January 14, 2017
Drinking is a personal choice, if you choose to drink these Canadian Guidelines can help you know you limits.
January 9, 2013
Physical activity plays an important role in a healthy lifestyle; the good news is most injuries are preventable.
August 2, 2013
Many long-term smokers may have been smoking for decades, starting when it was fashionable and when people were less aware of the harmful effects...
August 14, 2013
What is a safe amount to drink? You may be surprised to learn that the effects of alcohol on the body vary. Knowing what a standard drink looks like is a good first step in learning more about the effects of alcohol.Pages
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October 19, 2017
Do genetics really matter for athletic performance? There is no absolute answer, but there are other things that matter more.
October 17, 2017
If you smoke, a common worry is that your child will eventually start smoking themselves. Parenting is hard. Add ‘trying to quit smoking’ on top all the other things you have to do, and it can feel daunting at best. This information can help.
October 12, 2017
You know being active is good for you, but getting on that treadmill can sometimes be the biggest challenge. Here are tips to get started.
October 5, 2017
While running seems like a simple sport (just put one foot in front of the other, right?) it can be intimidating to start. Here’s our guide to get you going injury free.
September 28, 2017
Active aging is just that, staying active as we age. Here’s our take on what it means.
September 21, 2017
Sure a gym membership or a soccer ball can set you back a few dollars, but have you ever consider how much inactivity costs you?
September 14, 2017
The end of summer and beginning of fall are prime time for fruit and vegetable picking. Other than being tasty and nutritiously healthy, there are physical benefits to harvesting fruit and vegetables too.
September 8, 2017
Women who are pregnant or want to become pregnant want to do the best for themselves and their babies. Where can women find reliable information on how alcohol affects them and their families? How can they get support?
September 7, 2017
Physical activity doesn’t have to be structured or done on turf. Let’s look at a few other ways kids can be active in their day-to-day lives.
August 31, 2017
A hundred years ago there was little hype about workout routines and fitness fads. People didn’t focus on them in the past because daily life was full of manual labour, active transportation and chores. Fast forward to today…how does modern life compare?
