Eating disorders are more common in younger people but here's what you can do to help.Since the pandemic, cases of eating disorders in teens and even younger children have been on the rise. Social isolation and increased stress have been highlighted as some of the reasons why eating disorders became more prominent in t...

If you need some motivation to exercise, these benefits should do the trick.Whether you love a good sweat session or you reluctantly get in a workout because you know you should, there's no denying that exercise is good for your health. Countless studies back up claims that regular physical activity can help improve al...

Energy drinks are popular, especially when you need a quick boost. But, you're probably taking in more caffeine and sugar than you want.Though energy drinks and energy shots may seem like a quick fix for that afternoon lag, it's time to take a closer look and see why they may be putting your heart and your health at ri...

A healthy dinner waiting for you at the end of the day is worth the time it takes to meal prep.If you're looking for easy ways to get a home-cooked meal on the table after a busy day, meal prep is the way to go. By doing some preparation and cooking when you have the time, you can be rewarded with meals throughout the ...

With these small tweaks to your daily routine, you'll be exercising more without much effort.When the new year rolls around, many people vow to make major changes to how they live their lives. Many of these resolutions revolve around improving health, with exercising more being one of the top promises we make to oursel...

This may be the incentive you need to start the new year alcohol-free.Thinking about giving up alcohol this month? If so, you're not alone. Many Americans ditch booze at the start of the new year, either as a resolution or to detox a bit after overindulging during the holiday season. But whatever your reason for becomi...

Having more time to eat is not the only reason why a lack of sleep affects your waistline.Sufficient sleep plays an important role in weight management. Yet according to the National Sleep Foundation, adults are falling short on their sleep. Instead of getting between 7 and 9 hours of sleep each night, the average Amer...

Through lived experiences, Ryan Deneault shares his unique story of being a functioning addict for 36+ years and his attempts to fit into society for nearly five decades, to help others find their healing path, teach about Canada's history and Truth and Reconciliation and the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of...

Overindulging during the holidays may lead to this serious heart condition.The holidays are often a time filled with celebrations that may lead to overindulgence, whether it's eating big meals or having a few too many cocktails. While too much of a good thing can often lead to less-than-desirable results, like hangover...

Through lived experiences, Ryan Deneault shares his unique story of being a functioning addict for 36+ years and his attempts to fit into society for nearly five decades, to help others find their healing path, teach about Canada's history and Truth and Reconciliation and the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of...

No need to put your run on hold this winter. Just follow these tips to help reduce injury.Do you enjoying running outdoors? If so, there's no reason to give up your workout because of the cold weather. You just need to keep a few things in mind before you lace up your shoes and head outside so you'll stay safer and be ...

Here are 7 tips to enjoy an injury-free day of skiing, snowboarding or other winter sports.Are you spending your winter vacation skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing or skating? This can be an active and invigorating way to have some fun. But if you're not careful, it can also result in injury. These popular winter sports...

We all feel down on occasion, but here's how to recognize when it's time for a mental health check-up.We've all had those days when nothing seems to be going right - when all we want to do is climb into bed, pull the covers over our head and shut out the world. But when feelings of hopelessness, frustration, fatigue, a...

Through lived experiences, Ryan Deneault shares his unique story of being a functioning addict for 36+ years and his attempts to fit into society for nearly five decades, to help others find their healing path, teach about Canada's history and Truth and Reconciliation and the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of...

When it comes to feeling good, your mental health is as important as your physical health. If one or the other isn't at its best, it effects your overall well-being. During the pandemic, concerns about the virus, job losses, school disruptions and changes to almost every aspect of our routines caused many people to fee...

Here's how to take care of your mental well-being so you feel better every day.Feeling good mentally is as important as feeling good physically. Although we're becoming more aware of the importance of taking care of our mental health in the same way as we would our physical health, we've still got a way to go.Even if y...

Making resolutions or building better habits is admirable, but there's a lot of work that goes with sticking to them.If you're finally ready to change some of your less-than-desirable habits keep it mind that it may take more than a few days or a few weeks.If you don't want to be among the vast majority of people who l...

These activities and exercises strengthen your balance so you're less likely to fall.You may not give much thought to your balance on any given day, but good balance is an important component of healthy aging. Falls are a common cause of injury in older adults and one of the best ways to lower your risk of falling is t...