Two Minutes on Brain Rot
Across Canada, from the lecture halls of the University of Toronto, where my son is a student, to St. Joseph’s High School in St. Thomas, where I was a student, a new term is dominating the cultural conversation:...
Puddles, Paw Prints, and Peace of Mind: The Surprising Perks of Rainy Dog Duty
I love walking my dog, especially in the spring. The weather is warmer, birds are out, and flowers are in bloom. However, with spring flowers come rain showers. While the rain can put a damper on your afternoon...
Trust Your Gut: The Science Behind That Good Feeling
My Dad used to say, “trust your gut”. Essentially, he meant that we should trust our instincts when making important decisions. Normally we associate decision-making with our brains, not our stomach. However, did you know that our brains...
Beyond Hot Flashes: Caring for Your Mental Health Through Menopause
When you hear menopause, what comes to mind? Besides the physical changes to a woman’s body, menopause also brings about hormonal changes. During menopause, hormones such as estrogen and progesterone fluctuate and decrease. As a result, lower estrogen...
February Flash: Shamrocks Before Sickness—Start Your Prevention Now
February is a strange month. You blink and next thing you know shamrocks and leprechauns have replaced all the hearts and chocolates. However, even though February is the shortest month of the year, this doesn’t mean that your...
Boomers: Your “Just One Glass” Is Now Basically a Double
If you’re over 60, you’ve become more sensitive to alcohol because the body changes with age. Less muscle and water mean alcohol becomes more concentrated in the bloodstream, causing stronger effects from smaller amounts. This increases risks such...
Top Questions I Hear at the Pharmacy
Every day, people walk up to the counter with similar concerns. Here are the most common ones I hear—and the answers I share. Can I take this with my other medications? This is one of the most frequent...
Hype on Collagen
Should we jump on the collagen wagon? The term collagen has been gaining status with both consumers and medical experts. Basically, all humans have the protein collagen, about one-third of our body is collagen. You can think of...
Boosting Your Child’s Immune System
It is time to consider how to help support your child’s immune system to stay healthy and strong. While there is no one magic answer, there are several ways to help strengthen their immune system to be ready...
Skin Care Tips for Lymphedema Patients
The following guidelines are grounded in practical wisdom and aim to safeguard your skin from various forms of damage, such as burns, rashes, chapping, scratches, cuts, and punctures. People with Lymphedema are at a heightened risk of cellulitis,...
Navigating Wellness Misinformation: Experts Offer Tips to Stay Informed and Safe Online
Recently, The Guardian interviewed several experts about how to avoid falling for health myths on social media. These renowned professionals included: a clinical psychologist a registered dietitian three physicians a PhD in chemistry a university researcher a legal...
March Break: A Family Reset for the Body and Brain!
As an aunt of ten, I see March Break as the perfect chance to recharge mentally and physically. It's a nice break from the usual hustle and bustle, but let's be real – keeping everything balanced and sticking...
Skip the Chaos, Not the Cuisine: Easy Meal Prep for Busy Women
Meal prepping is an effective way to stay on track with healthy goals by ensuring proper nutrition and saving time. However, it can feel overwhelming at first. To ease into meal prepping, start by planning a simple, go-to...
Reading is Like Hitting the Reset Button for Your Brain.
If you were born before 1980, I’m sure you’ve noticed that stress, anxiety, and depression have become more widespread in the 21st century. This makes it difficult for us to prioritize self-care. However, I find reading provides me...
The Cold Doesn’t Make You Sick
It’s January and once again we are tasting the winter chill in Southwestern Ontario. The cold brings its usual health challenges, many of which are worth remembering, as well as some lesser-known potential perils. Let’s start with some...
