Sleep – Why it’s important

Sleep – Why it’s important

A good night’s sleep is incredibly important for your health. In fact, it’s just as important as eating healthy and exercising. Unfortunately, the Western environment is interfering with natural sleep patterns. People are now sleeping less than they did in the past,...
Vitamin D –  The ‘Sunshine’

Vitamin D – The ‘Sunshine’

Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin in a family of compounds that includes vitamins D1, D2, and D3. Your body produces vitamin D naturally when it’s directly exposed to sunlight. You can also get vitamin D from certain foods and supplements to ensure adequate levels of...
Extra sleep or workout?

Extra sleep or workout?

SHOULD YOU GET AN EXTRA HOUR OF SLEEP OR A WORKOUT? Your lying-in bed, trying to decide what time to set your alarm for tomorrow. You could get a full seven hours of sleep if you wake up at your normal time, or you could wake up an hour and a half earlier to make that...
6 surprising habits that can hurt your health

6 surprising habits that can hurt your health

Some heart-healthy behaviours are obvious like getting regular exercise, eating your fruits and veggies and quitting smoking. But there are also some habits that are bad for your heart that may be a little less obvious. 1. YOU’RE GETTING ANGRY A LOT We all see red...
13 Foods that could lower your risk of cancer

13 Foods that could lower your risk of cancer

What you eat drastically affects many aspects of your health, including your risk of developing chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. Cancer growth can be heavily influenced by your diet, but it must be noted that many foods contain beneficial...