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Measles have been making an appearance in Southern Ontario over the past several weeks. According to the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit, we have not experienced any measles outbreak in the Simcoe or Muskoka regions. Measles is highly contagious and can easily be...
Should you go on a cleansing or detox diet?
The simple answer is NO. And the reason why that is, there is no scientific evidence to show cleansing or detoxing maintains or improves bowel health, prevent colon cancer or achieve lasting weight loss. The truth is that cleansing can be harmful. Cleansing diets can...
Have you dreamed lately?
This month's blog was inspired by Richard Branson. To quote the billionaire: "The bigger the dream, the greater the opportunity...If your dreams don't scare you they are too small...Those who achieve great things are the ones willing to be scared but not scared off....
Mental Health Check-In
As the holiday season winds down it is normal to experience some changes in mood and/or anxiety. The Mental Health Commission of Canada has released a document to help us "check-in" with ourselves and help others who may have experienced trauma. Read it over for tips...
Smart Seasonal Eating!
Holiday season is upon us and for the next couple months seasonal treats are easily accessible. For example, colleagues bring leftover Halloween candy to the office, Christmas cookie exchanges begin and seasonal parties start to be every weekend. The following are a...
Seasonal Mood Changes
Last Monday was the first official day of Fall. Luckily we have experienced higher temperatures lately and hours of sunshine throughout the day despite the season change. The noticeable differences as Fall has entered Ontario is the changing colours of leaves and...
Stress from the Good
In life some good things happen, some bad things happen and some fantastic things happen! Why is it when life is good that we feel stress? You may find yourself overwhelmed with things to do and emotions, yet happy to discover the overwhelming list is full of...
Stand Up – A Fall Prevention Program
Have you had a fall or are afraid of falling? Join our FREE 12-week Stand Up program that focuses on fall prevention. By attending the Stand Up program it will help you to stay in shape, keep healthy, adopt safe behaviors and adapt your home to create a safe...
Living a Healthy Life with a Chronic Condition
If you have a Chronic Disease (eg. Diabetes, Fibromyalgia, Heart Disease) you are managing your health condition every day. Most of the time we spend dealing with our health condition is not in the health care provider's office. How we live everyday affects our...
Quiet Mind, Better Sleep
Sleep is one of the most important things for our bodies and minds, yet many people complain about sleep problems. Here are a few tips for better sleep! 1) Go to bed only when feeling sleepy. This reduces any worries about not falling asleep and increases your...