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...

Here are answers to common questions about these two weight loss options.Obesity is a chronic medical condition and many people with this condition find it difficult to successfully lose weight through diet and exercise alone. If you have a significant amount of weight to lose, some procedures and medications can help ...

Job stress may increase your risk of heart disease, especially if you're a man.Stress is a known risk factor for heart disease. Chronic stress can result in high levels of the stress hormone cortisol, as well as inflammation in the body. This can increase your risk of developing heart disease, high blood pressure, high...

Being fit requires a long-term commitment to exercise and healthy habits. Here's how to do it.Finding it difficult to stay committed to your fitness goals? It's not as hard as you think to do so. The secret is that you just have to find ways to be accountable, motivated, prepared and interested. If you can successfully...

Is work taking over your life? How to strike a healthy balance while still being productive.All work and no play may do more harm to your well-being than you think. That's why it's important to establish a good work-balance. But what exactly is work-life balance? And how do you make it happen so you feel productive eno...

Fresh, healthy food is just one of the many benefits you'll enjoy from a home garden.Looking for a new activity that's fun and also offers loads of health perks? Consider starting a home garden! Not only can it provide you with an abundance of fresh food if you plant vegetables, fruits or herbs, but gardening does wond...

These 5 tips can help anyone become a runner.Running may seem like the easiest activity to master. After all, isn't it as simple as lacing up your sneakers and moving your legs at a pace that's faster than a walk? In essence, it is. But if you are new to the sport and want to enjoy it while not getting injured, it take...

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...

Health and wellness tips are all over social media, but should you follow the advice you see?If you spend any time at all scrolling through TikTok, Instagram, YouTube or other social media platforms, it's more than likely that you've seen some type of health, wellness or self-care advice being shared. With so much advi...

Your risk of these health conditions increases as you get older. Here's what to look for.Many health conditions become more likely to affect you as you age. Some may not cause any symptoms at first, so you may not even realize you have the condition. But even without noticeable symptoms, unrecognized medical conditions...

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...

Missing out on some weekday shut-eye? Here's how extra sleep on the weekends affects you.You've been burning the candle at both ends for days on end. No matter what you do, you can't seem to find enough time to get the recommended 7 to 9 hours of sleep a night that most adults need due to other competing demands for yo...

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...

Move more while enjoying fresh air and sunshine with these exciting and relaxing activities.As the days get longer, you will likely have more opportunities to get outside and enjoy the great outdoors. Doing so also makes it more likely you'll be more physically active. After all, unless your idea of enjoying being outd...

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...

Take these steps to make it less likely you'll get a concussion.Brain injuries are a serious thing. Whether you get a relatively small bump on your head or are involved in a more traumatic injury, the health of your brain is at stake. And while you can't prevent every possibility that may cause an injury to your brain,...

Here's how alcohol may affect the quality of your sleep.Having a drink before, during or after dinner may seem like the perfect way to relax and unwind at the end of a long day. Many people think this evening ritual helps to slough off the stress of the day so they can sleep well at night. But does having a nightcap ac...

32 years of being a functioning addict.49 years of trying to fit into society.A lifelong struggle to understand the inner battle of being both an Indigenous and a British settler in Canada, Ryan Deneault's upbringing was a constant battle of not fitting in.​As a mixed-race individual, Ryan never felt at home in eithe...