Everyone is familiar with the fact that the mineral potassium is important for keeping the blood pressure within the range that is regarded as normal and healthy. Did you know that it’s also something that helps regulate the levels of electrolytes in the body and muscular contraction? And are you aware that potassium also encourages the proper beating of...
The holidays are coming and that means food, food, and more food! Belly bloat is your body’s way of saying, “you stuffed me”. This can be hard to avoid during holidays, when stuffing yourself is expected. Bloating can also be triggered by eating something your stomach doesn’t agree with, chowing down too quickly, and fasting all day and then indulging...
Dairy is a phenomenal source of protein and calcium, which means incorporating it into your diet on a regular basis is great for building and maintaining muscles, as well as keeping your bones and teeth strong. However, for some people, the consumption of dairy is something that can cause much distress! It’s only a sign...
Luxe up your dinner party with this seafood platter rather than the usual antipasto. Image credit: Brett Stevens & Ian Wallace 0:30 Prep | 0:10 Cook | 6 Servings | Capable cooks INGREDIENTS 1 cup extra virgin olive oil 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 2 tablespoons chopped basil Zest and juice of 2 lemons 4 blue swimmer...
If you get migraines, you may be more likely to suffer from one of these related conditions. If you get migraine headaches, you have a higher risk of also having one of several other health conditions. Or, you might be at greater risk for developing another condition in the future. Migraines have been tied to concerns...
Are you blue most of the time? Then serve more red-colored foods right in front of you. Other than making your meal or snack time appear more colorful, these foods are scientifically-proven to help lift your mood. Without further ado, let’s take a look at some red foods that you should consume regularly to feel happy: Strawberries...
Always bloated? Sometimes it comes from excess air trapped in your digestive tract. Other times it feels like a basketball is stuck in your abdomen, or your entire midsection has been flooded with water. Whatever bloating feels like to you, one thing’s for sure: it’s uncomfortable. And though bloat rarely signals something serious and typically goes away...
How can you tell if you’re having a migraine? Look for these symptoms. Migraines are pulsating headaches, often on one side of the head. Physical activity may intensify the pain, but symptoms can vary from person to person and from one attack to the next. Here are several ways to identify migraines. Aura Some...
Losing weight won’t be that easy as there are many factors for us to take into consideration such as how often to eat, what foods to go on our diet, and how long will we be able to keep at it. Focusing on our diet can help us manage what goes inside our bellies and...
Here are 7 simple at-home workouts, many of which can be done in less than 20 minutes. Indoor cycling If you love logging kilometres on the open road, consider setting up your bike in your living room. You can put your favourite TV show or movie on the TV and pedal away. The most common...
With the “Silly Season” upon us and end-of-year parties taking place, the variety and amount of foods can be overwhelming,...
What is lung cancer? Lung cancer starts when abnormal cells grow and multiply in an uncontrolled way. Cancer that begins...
Breast Cancer Awareness Month (BCAM) takes place every October. The aim of the BCAM is to shine a light on...