New Mammogram Guidelines Put Women First
Women now have more say in their health care By Katrina Caruso In December, the Canadian Task Force…
Health & Wellness
Swollen Legs? Tell Your Doctor
Swelling in the legs and feet can be a sign of something serious By Wendy Haaf Photo: iStock/Marina113. Swelling in the feet and legs, while often benign, can sometimes herald a potentially life-threatening medical emergency or a serious systemic disease.…
Two Soups for Winter Days
These simple recipes will keep you warm and add variety to your menu By Katrina Caruso There’s nothing…
Diet Changes to Fight High Cholesterol
A recent addition to the pages of Good Times magazine is “Your Health Questions,” in which we find experts to…
Too Much Sleep Isn’t Good for Your Brain
A Canadian study has found shown that oversleeping is as bad for you as being sleep-deprived By Katrina Caruso…
Want to Prevent Arthritis? Exercise!
Exercise will help ward off osteoarthritis—and help treat the condition should you get it By Wendy Haaf Photo: iStock/Zinkevych. While…
Should You Get Pet Insurance?
Pet insurance can offer you peace of mind—but is it worth the cost? By Matt Smith Photo: iStock/SeventyFour. According…
Time to Ditch the Fish Oil Pills?
New findings point to the value of omega-3 fatty acids from fish in healthy aging By Katrina Caruso …
A Low-Carb Diet May Help Keep Weight Off
A new study suggests that cutting down on bread and pasta can help you burn more calories By Katrina…
White Coat Hypertension May Be Risky
High blood pressure readings are a red flag By Wendy Haaf Blood pressure that measures high at the doctor’s office…