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How do harmful food ingredients affect your health?
How do harmful food ingredients affect your health?
Regular exposure to certain food additives, contaminants, carcinogens, and mutagens in your diet adds up over time, which can increase your risk of developing cancer. Thankfully, there are things you can do to help counteract this. While no single food…

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Should I see a doctor even if I feel fine?
Should I see a doctor even if I feel fine?
Canadians aren’t placing enough importance on preventative medical care. We know this because chronic diseases like cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and chronic respiratory diseases account for 65% of deaths every year in this country — despite many…

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The health screening tests all women need
The health screening tests all women need
Women’s health doesn’t always get the attention it deserves. But proper preventative care is crucial to help avoid future health problems. Here are the most common health conditions affecting women and the medical screening tests every woman should pencil into…

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15 things you can do to stay healthy all year
15 things you can do to stay healthy all year
Maybe your New Year’s resolutions are in full swing right now — but it’s not uncommon if they’re on their way out. Don’t despair if your aspirations to be healthier have come and gone. The truth is that remaking your…

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How to boost your vitamin D levels this winter
How to boost your vitamin D levels this winter
It’s natural for winter’s shorter days to leave you wanting to cocoon indoors. But this instinctive urge to hibernate comes with a glaring trade-off. Less time outdoors and fewer hours of sunlight mean a decrease in your body’s ability to…

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10 tips to stay active during winter
10 tips to stay active during winter
Snowy weather isn’t exactly conducive to jumping out of bed and getting your sweat on. And frigid temperatures can make it tempting to avoid getting out and active during the winter. But, the risks of a sedentary lifestyle are real.…

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Why do I get dehydrated in the winter?
Why do I get dehydrated in the winter?
Dehydration seems like a hot weather problem. But sweating, thirst, and dehydration aren’t confined to torrid spring and summer weather. Maintaining your body’s moisture content can be a challenge during the winter months too. In fact, cold weather can…

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Why does my throat hurt every winter?
Why does my throat hurt every winter?
Winter is a great time for holidays and outdoor sports. Unfortunately, it’s the worst time of year for getting sick, especially with a sore throat. Even if you don’t have a cold or the flu, your throat might still feel…

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10 tips to prevent falls at home
10 tips to prevent falls at home
Everybody falls at some point — it’s an inevitable part of life. However, not everyone can get back up again afterwards. It turns out that falls are the leading cause of injury-related hospitalizations for both the under-14…

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When should a diabetic go to an endocrinologist?
When should a diabetic go to an endocrinologist?
While diabetes is a well-known condition, the type of doctor to help manage it — an endocrinologist — might not ring a bell. Despite this, the two often go hand-in-hand. Here’s what to expect at your endocrinology appointment and how…

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