Finding Hope
I was expecting good news when my husband, Steve Gallagher, called me after a medical appointment in August 2019.
I was feeling optimistic. After all, it was our 10th wedding anniversary.
“They’re goi
15 Ways to Use Coconut Oil
Coconut oil is a true multi-tasker. This laudable oil offers seemingly unlimited benefits—and unlimited ways it can be used. Try these exciting new tips to supercharge your nutritional, health, and be
All-Season Thrive Guide
Hiding under a blanket of tissues through allergy season is no way to spend our precious few months of warm Canadian weather! Follow these diet, supplement, and lifestyle tips to ensure your quality o
Caring For The Carer
If the recent health care environment has taught us anything, it’s that our health system relies heavily on home caregiving for those who are sick and dying. And while there are benefits to home care
Mother’s Day mmmm …
Mother’s Day is an annual chance to acknowledge and celebrate all the wonderful women—moms, grandmothers, aunts, you name it—we love the most.
With the current global situation still in flux, the sent
Make Now, Salad Later
Salads are the cornerstone of a healthy diet, and at this time of year, our appetites once again awaken to their freshness. And, as plant-based eating grows in popularity, the humble salad is, more an
Rethinking Pain Pills
No one has time for pain. Television commercials tell you to suppress your aches with a pill so you can get on with your busy life. But this quick-fix mentality could harm rather than help you.
Ibupro
Cancer and Immunity
Over the past 10 years, a new class of drugs has revolutionized cancer care. These medications, known as checkpoint inhibitors, unleash an individual’s own immune system on malignant cells, offering n
Better Blood Pressure: Top 10 High Blood Pressure Foods to Eat Today
The food on your plate influences the numbers on your blood pressure monitor. And some foods are far more effective at managing high blood pressure than others. Eat your way to lower blood pressure wi
Staying On Top Of Cancer Prevention
No one likes to think about cancer. But being proactive about cancer prevention and early detection could be lifesaving.
“There’s a lot people can do to lower their risk of developing cancer, as well