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Chrohn’s and Colitis
Crohn's disease and Colitis are two of several inflammatory disorders of the gastrointestinal tract. Falling under the category of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), Chrohn’s and Colitis may be more common than you think.
Breast Cancer Awareness
As October is Breast cancer awareness month, it provides an opportunity to talk about what breast cancer actually is.
The Story of Habit
On Wednesday morning Billy woke up with a hangover. He slogged himself out of bed, brushed his teeth in the shower, drank his coffee, and was off to what would promise to be another challenging day with a foggy mind and the lifelessness of recovering from the night before.
Changing Seasons, Changing Mood
Do you ever start feeling down when autumn begins?
If you are like me, as soon as the fall leaves start to fall down, so does my mood, energy level and overall motivation.
Enriching Your Health in a Strange New World
It’s undeniable, the world has changed in 2020.
Functional Movement for Exercise
What does “functional movement” actually mean in terms of injury prevention and promotion of an active lifestyle?
WHY THE SEARCH FOR HAPPINESS IS GETTING IN THE WAY OF OUR HAPPINESS
Happiness…an overused word and a much sought after state. We seem to be living in a society that is obsessed with the pursuit of happiness.
COVID & Mental Health
I recently had a conversation with a client whose mother had just passed away. Living on opposite sides of the continent had always caused inconveniences when he wanted to visit. But because of COVID-19, he wasn’t able to fly home and self-quarantine to see her one last time.
Bio/Psycho/Social - The Big Three In Getting It Right
The third domain: the social component! Initially, it’s difficult to eat well, exercise regularly and manage our mind(s) in North American culture! We are a hyperactive, extroverted, attention challenged and fast food culture
Bio/Psycho/Social - The Big Three In Getting It Right
The second domain When it comes to psychology, it is important to understand that the mind has a mind of its own. What does this mean?
Bio/Psycho/Social - The Big Three In Getting It Right
Today’s medical and mental health experts understand that the body, mind and the world around us determine not only how we feel, but who we are. In professional training, this is referred to as the Bio/Psycho/Social approach to well-being.
Stretching
Many people know that stretching is a good way to increase your range of motion (ROM) and loosen up muscles.
A Guide to Macro nutrients
You have likely heard people mention the term ‘macros’ when talking about their dietary habits. Macronutrients provide energy for your body, and each one has a specific role that allows you to function properly.
All about water
Water is important to all living beings, and humans are no exception. This article highlights the importance that water intake and hydration has on your overall health.