Back in Shape
By Josée Lavigueur Your back muscles need to be worked regularly if they’re to provide you with stability. These…
Health & Wellness
Getting Enough Vitamin D?
By Wendy Haaf How do I know if there’s enough vitamin D in my diet? We have two ways of getting vitamin D naturally: our bodies make it when our skin is exposed to UVB rays from sunlight, and…
Hobbies May Boost Mental Well-Being
By Wendy Haaf Older adults who pursue hobbies may be less prone to depression and more likely to be…
About the OAS “Clawback”
By Olev Edur Next year, I’ll turn 65, and I’ve been approved for my Old Age Security (OAS) pension. However,…
Boost Your Balance
By Josée Lavigueur Balance is an essential part of good health and helps to prevent potentially serious falls; fortunately,…
Threats to Your Balance: Risk Factors for Falls
By Wendy Haaf An impaired sense of balance can result in a loss of independence or even a fall. While…
Plant-Based Milks and Your Diet
By Wendy Haaf Are plant-based beverages such as soy, rice, almond, and oat milks healthy? People who prefer not…
Hearing Loss Can Sap Energy
By Wendy Haaf Constantly feeling exhausted for no medically discernable reason may mean it’s time to get your hearing tested.…
Exercises to Lower Blood Pressure
By Wendy Haaf Adding isometric, or static, exercises such as planks and wall squats to your weekly routine may help…
Food for Healthy Bones
By Isabelle Huot One in four women and one in eight men over the age of 50 has osteoporosis,…
