Replacing your high cholesterol snacks with healthy food options comes with a myriad of benefits since by replacing our cholesterol-laden diet with fibre and nutrient-dense options, we can certainly achieve a healthy life free from diseases and ailments. Foods which are high in soluble fibre not only help in reducing […]
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This story is part of Home Tips, CNET’s collection of practical advice for getting the most out of your home, inside and out. In an effort to save money and eat healthier, I challenged myself not to eat out for two weeks. (Full disclosure: I lasted eight days cooking all […]
With its velvety texture and sweet taste, cheesecake is at the top of many people’s favorite desserts list. Cheesecake typically consists of a layer made with cheeses — usually cream cheese, ricotta cheese, or cottage cheese — plus eggs and sugar. Some cheesecakes have a bottom crust that’s made from […]
World Health Organization defines healthy ageing as “the process of developing and maintaining the functional ability that enables wellbeing in older age”. Healthy aging is a continuous process of raising opportunities to improve and maintain mental and physical health and quality of life. With aging comes degenerative changes like bone […]
With all the guidance available about healthy eating, it is easy to become overwhelmed by too much information. And there are so many fad diets and people offering inaccurate advice that sometimes you might wonder who to trust. Eating well and getting the proper nutritional intake for your daily needs […]
As we age, the involuntary loss of muscle mass and muscle function has a major impact on quality of life. Based on research, muscle loss is faster in men than in women and can lead to a number of health problems. While healthy eating and staying fit are essential at […]
For people with depression, fueling your body with high-quality nutrition can literally help change your life for the better, according to a slew of studies. “What you choose to put into your body will influence how you feel both physically and mentally,” says Leigh Merotto, a registered dietitian in private practice in […]
When it comes to health, men despite being more muscular, taller and stronger (physically) than women, are more at risk of certain diseases as compared to women especially chronic diseases. As men are more likely to die from heart disease, cancer and respiratory disease than women, on an average, they […]
Experts offer tips and information you may not know about dental health. Here’s something to smile about: Canadian’s oral health has improved significantly over the past 40 years, and we now rank fifth in the world in terms of access to dental care, according to the Canadian Dental Association. Still, […]
It’s a morning routine familiar for many of us: Get that mouth clean immediately after breakfast by using a harsh toothpaste applied by an abrasive toothbrush, followed by a rinse with a mouthwash so strong it makes you wince. Dr. Kami Hoss winces, too, when he hears patients describe these […]
Did you know that a healthy smile can increase your self-esteem, reduce anxiety, and even decrease your heart disease and stroke chances? If you don’t, now you know. With so much importance given to a beautiful smile, it is no wonder that so many people are seeking out ways to […]
Oral health is often taken for granted but the practice of keeping our mouth, teeth and gums clean and healthy to prevent disease is an essential part of our everyday lives since neglecting dental hygiene for a long period of time eventually starts affecting our overall health and may also […]