The UK Now Has a Minister for Loneliness
Social isolation is as bad for you as smoking 15 cigarettes a day; the British government is taking the problem…
Health & Wellness
Marathon Woman
Kathrine Switzer helped pave the way for women in sports, and 50 years after she made history, she remains an inspiration By Peter Feniak ‘‘I don’t rate myself a great athlete—not at all,” Kathrine Switzer tells me, “but running saves…
Get Your Bad Cholesterol Checked and Cut Your Risk
A US study shows the importance of follow-ups after a heart attack or stroke By Wendy Haaf Getting your…
Forgetfulness Is a Part of Intelligence
A bad memory for detail might not be a bad thing By Katrina Caruso In elementary school, we discover that…
Exercise Can Turn Fat Into Good Fat
Even a little exercise can give you healthier fat tissue By Katrina Caruso Exercise can turn your fat…
Canada’s First Memory-Care Village Will Open Next Year
The Village will be home to 78 people living with Alzheimer’s Disease or other forms of dementia By Katrina…
Exercises to Do When You Don’t Have a Lot of Time
Moving your body a little bit every day can make a big difference By Katrina Caruso It’s very,…
Smoothies to Jump-Start Your Mornings
These four smoothies are sure to give your day a boost By Katrina Caruso Feeling sluggish in the morning…
5 Highly Anticipated Cookbooks
From home cooking and family favourites to recipes based on a controversial eating plan, these upcoming cookbooks are really stirring…
Low-Sodium Plus the DASH Diet Is a Winning Combo
The right diet can help keep your blood pressure down By Wendy Haaf If you have either pre- or…
