As personal activity trackers such as the Fitbit rise in popularity, so too has the recommendation to strive for 10,000 steps each day. While being physically active on a regular basis is medically sound health advice, is there evidence to […]
As the school year once again approaches, parents will be thinking about the kinds of extra-curricular sports and activities to enrol children in this year. It can be a tricky decision depending on the particular child, but we all […]
Packing school lunches day after day can be a challenge – especially if you end up dealing with sad sandwiches and wilted carrot sticks at the end of the day. Here are 10 tips to make sure those lunch […]
When it comes to emergencies, it’s best to be prepared. One easy way to ensure you’re ready to respond in times of crisis is to make sure you’ve got a well-stocked first aid kit on hand. It pays to be ready for […]
“If I could offer you only one tip for the future, sunscreen would be it,” said the film director Baz Luhrmann in 1997. “The long-term benefits of sunscreen have been proved by scientists. Whereas the rest of my advice has no […]
Political strife, environmental disasters, worldwide violence, social media: Any one of them is enough to keep you up at night. And that’s before you’ve even factored in your own day-to-day stress, from your commute to keeping yourself fed properly to […]
Why should kids get all the fun in the sun? Summer is also a great time for grownups to get outside and try something new, and Nova Scotia offers the perfect summer playground, for all budgets and abilities. Roller Skating/In-line Skating […]
It’s easier than ever for Nova Scotians to follow a vegan diet. You can find versatile, healthy and affordable plant-based ingredients no matter where you get your groceries. Many vegan foods are also considered “super foods” and offer a bigger […]
We all know that exercise is important, but not all of us are comfortable at the gym or a health club. Some of us aren’t even comfortable with working out at home. We think we need the equipment, we need […]
Men have real, unique health concerns. Here are five health issues that men in particular need to be aware of – and common-sense tips on how to stay healthy. Cardiovascular disease There are over 1.3 million Canadians currently living […]
