The Facts About Radiation Therapy
In the popular feature “Your Health Questions,” experts address questions submitted by our readers about health, nutrition, and well-being By…
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Blueberries’ Benefits Overblown
They’re good for you, but there’s no proof they’ll cut your heart attack risk By Wendy Haaf Photo: iStock/cheche22. A June 2019 study was widely reported as showing that eating a cup of blueberries every day reduces heart attack risk…
Oh, My Back!
Low-back pain is common, but it’s also manageable By Wendy Haaf Photo: iStock/BakiBG. If you’re standing in a crowd, the…
How to Help a Friend in Need
When someone close to you is facing a life crisis, offering to help is kind—but you can do more By…
Too Much Sugar Can Trigger Depression
If you’re prone to the winter blues, laying off the sweets this holiday season might help Dark days, long…
Don’t Stop Being Active Over the Holidays
Thinking of doing nothing over the holidays? Just two weeks of inactivity is too much for older people’s health With…
Brain Fog Linked to Inflammation
Your body’s response to illness may affect your ability to concentrate If you tend to feel mentally sluggish or…
New Tech Can Remove Carbon Dioxide From the Air
Getting greenhouse gases out of the atmosphere is key in the fight against climate change What are known as…
How to Boost the Fibre in Your Diet
Most Canadians aren’t getting enough fibre. Here’s how you can fix that Foods rich in fibre are part of…
Canada Needs More Nurses
We’re facing a shortage of nurses and there’s little indication things will improve A report from the hiring website…
