• Breaking Down the Minimal Physical Activity Guidelines

    Most people know that exercise is “good for you,” but did you know there are official guidelines that outline the minimum amount of activity needed to maintain health? These are called the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP) Minimal Physical Activity Guidelines, and here’s the surprising truth: the majority of Canadians aren’t meeting them. What Are the Minimal Activity Guidelines? The guidelines recommend that adults aim for at least 150…
  • Taking Control of Your Health

    For many people, the idea of relying on medications for the rest of their life can feel overwhelming. Maybe you’ve been prescribed something for blood sugar, blood pressure, or sleep. Maybe you’ve started to notice one medication turning into two… then three. It’s natural to wonder: “Is this the only path forward for my health?” The truth is, there is another way. While medications are sometimes necessary, lifestyle changes—especially exercise—can…
  • Back to School Season: Time to Put You Back on the Calendar

    Summer always seems to fly by—late nights, family trips, and days with the kids home can make it feel like routines are optional. For many parents, that often means their own exercise and self-care get pushed aside. If you’ve been telling yourself, “I’ll get back on track when the kids are back to school," you’re not alone. The good news? In just a couple of weeks, the back to school routine…
  • From Ambitious to Achievable: The Power of Setting Goals for Your Health

    There’s something undeniably powerful about setting goals, putting in the work, and watching yourself inch closer to it every week. It’s more than just numbers on a weight stack or miles on a treadmill—it’s about proving to yourself what’s possible when consistency meets dedication. When you walk into the gym without a clear goal, it’s easy to go through the motions. But when you set a target—something that feels exciting,…
  • Under Pressure: How Stress Is Fuelling High Blood Pressure

    The Silent Strain of Modern Life  You wake up tired. Traffic's a nightmare. Deadlines pile up. Emails never stop. Your phone buzzes endlessly, and your to-do list only grows. Sound familiar? This constant, low-grade stress—what many of us just call “daily life”—has a real cost. And one of the biggest, most silent casualties? Your blood pressure. High blood pressure, or hypertension, affects 1 in 2 adults, often without obvious symptoms.…
  • Hormones, Fatigue, Frustration—Let’s Talk About Midlife Health

    Let’s be honest: perimenopause and menopause can feel like a rollercoaster you didn’t sign up for. If you’re someone who’s always made time for your health, it can be incredibly frustrating when your body suddenly stops responding the way it used to. You’re still working out, eating well, trying to keep up—but the energy crashes, and the stubborn weight gain just won’t let up. If you're in your 40s, 50s,…
  • You Can’t Work Well Without Feeling Well: Reclaim Your Health at the Desk

    If you’re reading this from behind a desk—and your body is starting to feel it—you’re not alone. Maybe your back is stiff, your shoulders ache, and your energy tanks by mid-afternoon. You used to be more active, or maybe you’ve never really had an exercise routine, but now the signs of a sedentary lifestyle are impossible to ignore. You want to make a change… but where do you even start?…
  • You Don’t Have to Be Sick to Start Taking Care of Your Health

    There’s a silent assumption many people live with when it comes to health: “I’m fine because I’m not sick.” You’re not overweight. You’re not on medication. You don’t have a diagnosis. So, you must be healthy—right? Not necessarily. True health isn’t just the absence of illness. It’s how your body moves, how you feel day-to-day, how much energy you have, and how well your body holds up to stress—physical or…
  • How Your Lifestyle Will Impact Your Future Grandchildren

    Think about your lifestyle and health for a moment. Are these things that you want to pass down to your future grandchildren? This is a message for the you in your 30’s — the one grinding through work, maybe skipping meals or living off takeout, rarely moving your body, and brushing off the little warning signs because “you’ll deal with it later." But here’s the truth: Later isn’t just about…
  • Meet Me Before You Meet Metformin: Pre-diabetes Diagnosis

    Hearing the word “pre-diabetes” for the first time can be alarming. It’s a wake-up call — and understandably, it can bring fear, confusion, or even a sense of helplessness. But here's something most people don't hear enough: Pre-diabetes is not a life sentence. It's an opportunity — a fork in the road. And with the right steps, you can turn things around. Before medication becomes your default path, there’s another,…

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