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Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease affects more than 9 million Canadians, many who don't know they have it

Lifestyle changes can reverse liver damage

www.healthing.ca

Aging with Down syndrome: 'Here I Am' campaign aims to dispel misconception of shorter life expectancies

The oldest person living with Down syndrome is thought to be 75

www.healthing.ca

Ulcerative colitis: 'No one believed me'

Ulcerative colitis is an invisible illness

www.healthing.ca

What it feels like: Colorectal cancer 'is not glamorous at all'

What it feels like: Colorectal cancer 'is not glamorous at all'

www.healthing.ca

 

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How to Feed Your Family on a Budget Despite High Grocery Prices

With supply chain issues and rising grocery bills, families are struggling to stretch their grocery budgets. Here are expert tips for how to save at the store.

www.parents.com

 

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An Ode to Being Old

On the harder-to-measure benefits of age and experience.

getpocket.com

The 11 Mental Skills That Make an Athlete Elite

A team of Canadian Olympic sports psychologists tries to nail down the intangible “it”

www.outsideonline.com

15 Popular Home Remedies, and Whether or Not They Actually Work

Some of our favorite remedies really do work, but others seem to just be harnessing the placebo effect.

lifehacker.com

 

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An Adult’s Guide to Finally Learning to Like Vegetables

Did you hate broccoli as a kid? Don't worry: There's still hope for you now.

lifehacker.com

Nutrition - Tips, Tricks and Hacks for Doing Everything Better | Lifehacker

What to eat, and why

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Why It Matters If You Have ‘Dense’ Breast Tissue

This week, a new FDA regulation went into effect that requires mammogram facilities to notify patients about the density of their breasts. Thirty-nine states (and D.C.) already had some sort of notification requirement, but the new rule makes the messaging consistent nationwide and will bring...

lifehacker.com

I Asked ChatGPT for Workout Suggestions and Wow, They Sucked

The text-generating AI can put words together to look like a workout, but don't trust it with your training.

lifehacker.com

When Not to ‘Listen to Your Body’

Sensations and emotions can provide valuable feedback during a workout. Sometimes they just lie.

lifehacker.com

Fasted Morning Workouts Aren't a Fat-Burning Hack

Fasted morning cardio is a popular weight-loss recommendation, but not necessarily the best option.

lifehacker.com

Health - Tips, Tricks and Hacks for Doing Everything Better | Lifehacker

Find the latest health news, reviews, and advice from Beth and the team as they cover everything from fitness trackers and apps, to home gym equipment and sports recovery.

lifehacker.com

 

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Will the Ozempic Era Change How We Think About Being Fat and Being Thin?

A popular, growing class of drugs for obesity and diabetes could, in an ideal world, help us see that metabolism and appetite are biological facts, not moral choices.

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https://www.cnn.com/travel/article/famous-modern-food-dishes

What is gene-edited food and is it safe to eat?

Gene-edited food can now be developed and sold in England, but not in the rest of the UK.

www.bbc.com

 

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'Ultra-Processed' Foods Are Linked To Cognitive Decline. And You're Probably Eating Them.

Even healthy foods like frozen vegetables are technically "processed." Here's a guide to help you sort out the least-healthy ones.

www.huffpost.com

The Best Time To Eat Breakfast If You Work Out In The Morning, According To Experts

Should you eat before your workout? Or after? Or both? (Hint: Experts agree one of those specific options should be mandatory.)

www.huffpost.com

I Tried the 'Move-Out Method' of Organizing and My Home Has Never Been Neater

From the decor and organizing book Embrace Your Space, the 'move-out method' of organizing will help anyone who avoids decluttering. By channeling the tough-but-fair organizer we all become when we pack for a move, this organization technique can help.

www.realsimple.com

 

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Organizing Tips and How-Tos | Real Simple

Here you'll find tips, tricks, and time-saving ideas to declutter and organize every room in your home, whether you have just a few minutes to spare or a few hours.

www.realsimple.com

Simple Health Advice & Wellness Tips | Real Simple

In this section, you'll find simple health advice like how to eat healthier, stay hydrated, find fitness motivation, practice self-care, and more.

www.realsimple.com

Nutrition & Diet

Our nutrition and diet tips are full of practical advice for healthy eating. Nourish your body and mind by choosing fortifying, energy-boosting options.

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7 Myths About Heart Health That Just Aren't True Anymore

Is red wine good for you? Should you focus on cardio exercise to improve your heart function? Let's set the record straight.

www.huffpost.com

The 10 Hottest Health Benefits of Chili Peppers—Because Spicy Food Is Good for You!

If you're wondering whether spicy foods like chili peppers are good for you, the answer is yes. Most varieties of hot peppers, or chili peppers, are loaded with antioxidants and micronutrients that strongly support brain health, heart health, metabolism, immunity, longevity, and more.

www.realsimple.com

All Beans Are Nutritious, but Black Beans Are Exceptionally Healthy—Here's Why

A registered dietitian shares the benefits of black beans thanks to the protein, fiber, micronutrients, and more. Plus, here are easy ways to cook them.

www.realsimple.com

 

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Everything You Never Wanted to Know About Artificial Sweeteners

Your diet soda might just be worse than a regular one.

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The Big Story - Seekr

An in-depth podcast on the issues, culture, and personalities shaping Canada today. Insightful discussions on current national topics.

thebigstorypodcast.ca

The Big Story - Seekr

An in-depth podcast on the issues, culture, and personalities shaping Canada today. Insightful discussions on current national topics.

thebigstorypodcast.ca

New cases of mpox diagnosed in Montreal: public health

One month almost to the day after the health ministry officially announced the end of the mpox outbreak in Quebec, new cases have appeared in Montreal, according to public health.

montreal.ctvnews.ca

Sask. government offers pay bump for family doctors who work later hours

In an attempt to take pressure off hospital emergency rooms, the Saskatchewan government will offer a bump in pay for family doctors who work later hours.

saskatoon.ctvnews.ca

 

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A glass of wine or beer per day is fine for your health: new study

A new Canadian study of 4.8 million people says a daily alcoholic drink isn't likely to send anyone to an early grave, nor will it offer any of the health benefits touted by previous studies, even if it is organic red wine.

www.ctvnews.ca

Rush for diabetes and weight-loss drug Ozempic puts cross-border sales in spotlight

The B.C. government's bid to restrict the sale of diabetes drug Ozempic to prevent non-Canadian residents draining supplies was the right move and a long time coming, says Brett Skinner, founder and CEO of the Canadian Health Policy Institute.

bc.ctvnews.ca

A 106-year-old from the Philippines is Vogue's oldest ever cover model

Vogue Philippines has revealed Apo Whang-Od as the cover star of its April issue, a move that makes the 106-year-old tattoo artist from the Philippines the oldest person ever to appear on the front of Vogue.

www.ctvnews.ca

 

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'Canadians should be very concerned about their drinking water': W5 investigates asbestos cement pipes

W5 investigates aging asbestos pipes across Canada and the potential health hazards if it ends up in your tap water. Watch W5's 'Something in the Water' on CTVNews.ca and W5's official YouTube channel.

www.ctvnews.ca

Map: Where are the asbestos cement pipes delivering drinking water in Canada?

W5 investigates aging asbestos pipes across Canada and the potential health hazards if it ends up in your tap water. An interactive map and chart on W5.CTVNews.ca shows where in Canada these asbestos cement pipes are being used.

www.ctvnews.ca

How did a healthy teen die at a minor hockey camp?

The parents of young Ontario hockey player Ben Teague have been searching for answers since he died while at a team retreat in 2019. The mystery about what happened and the code of silence in hockey culture is explored in CTV W5's 'What Happened to Ben,' on CTVNews.ca and W5's official YouTube...

www.ctvnews.ca

Parents of young player who died struggle to find answers within hockey's code of silence

The parents of young Ontario hockey player Ben Teague have been searching for answers since he died while at a team retreat in 2019. The mystery about what happened and the code of silence in hockey culture is explored in 'What Happened to Ben' on CTV W5.

www.ctvnews.ca

 

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The Man Behind the Arch Deluxe, McDonald’s Biggest Flop, Is Still Proud of His Work

In the ’90s, fine dining chef Andrew Selvaggio was tasked with creating a burger that would appeal to sophisticated palates. The problem was no one wanted it.

getpocket.com

Get Reading: This Is How Books Can Impact Your Mental Health

We’ve long known that we can find comfort, solace and help in the pages of a book, and now research has confirmed that reading can be good for our mental health.

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The right to 'live a bit longer': Montreal student losing access to ALS meds calls for change

A 22-year-old McGill student who suffers from a terminal disease could soon lose access to the medication she needs because she's graduating from university.

montreal.ctvnews.ca

 

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'A one of a kind place': Health centre 'The Nest' opens first phase in downtown Regina

The newly opened health and wellness centre in downtown Regina, The Nest, is providing residents of the Queen City with resources to live healthier lives.

regina.ctvnews.ca

 

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'Yellowstone' star and Ohio native Luke Grimes visits East Palestine, brings water filtration systems

Luke Grimes is also planning to make a significant financial contribution to the city, as well.

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'Yellowstone' star Luke Grimes, Jeff Ruby donate to East Palestine residents

Luke Grimes, the "Yellowstone" star and Ohio native, and Jeff Ruby will donate water filtration systems and $100,000 to East Palestine residents.

www.cincinnati.com

'Yellowstone' Star & Ohio Native Luke Grimes Donates Water Filters to East Palestine Residents Following Train Derailment

In an effort to help his home state of Ohio, 'Yellowstone' star Luke Grimes has donated water filters to the East Palestine residents

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Jeff Ruby, 'Yellowstone' actor Luke Grimes to donate money, supplies to East Palestine

Jeff Ruby and Ohio native Luke Grimes, who stars in the show "Yellowstone," are teaming up to bring supplies to the residents of East Palestine after the toxic train derailment last month.

www.wlwt.com

 

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Myth-Busting Wellness Hacks: Cold Plunges, Coffee, Alcohol, and Fitness Trackers

Brad Stulberg and Steve Magness join to talk the science behind the hype-filled world of biomarkers, biohacks, and fitness

www.theringer.com

 

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Strength training for the lungs: why heavy breathing could be a shortcut to improving your health

Do you need to strengthen the muscles you breathe with?

getpocket.com

How to Make Your Anxiety Work for You Instead of Against You

Anxiety is energy, and you can strike the right balance if you know what to look for.

getpocket.com

 

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NHL-player-turned-Burnaby-firefighter and father of 2 dies during rec hockey game

A former professional hockey player from B.C. who went on to become a firefighter died of a heart attack while playing rec hockey in Richmond Monday night.

bc.ctvnews.ca

 

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The Big Story - Seekr

An in-depth podcast on the issues, culture, and personalities shaping Canada today. Insightful discussions on current national topics.

thebigstorypodcast.ca

 

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How much you should weigh in your 40s, 50s, 60s, 70s – and beyond

It is a simple question with a very complicated answer: how much should you weigh? While many people spend their 30s, 40s and 50s watching their weight, the evidence suggests that by the time you reach your 70s, you should be more preoccupied with maintaining – or even gaining – weight than...

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7 years into public health emergency, B.C. seeing more overdoses than ever

British Columbia Emergency Health Services has released grim statistics on the toxic drug crisis ahead of the seventh anniversary of the province declaring a public health emergency.

bc.ctvnews.ca

Nearly 3 in 4 sex workers live with a disability, rare B.C. report finds

A first-of-its-kind report is highlighting the needs of sex workers in southwestern B.C., including financial aid and professional development opportunities.

bc.ctvnews.ca

Canada's health minister calls mass exports of Ozempic to U.S. an 'outrageous' abuse

Canada's federal health minister says he's working with provinces to prevent the mass exportation of essential medications after thousands of doses of the diabetes and weight-loss drug Ozempic were shipped from British Columbia to the United States.

www.ctvnews.ca

 

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Inside Canada’s Ozempic craze

If you’ve watched TV or attended a sporting event recently, chances are you’ve seen an ad for Ozempic. Originally created to treat Type-2 Diabetes, the drug is now most commonly used for weight loss, and it’s become so popular that some places in Canada have had to ban Americans from crossing...

thebigstorypodcast.ca

 

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Americans Die Younger Than Those in Any Other Rich Country. Why?

To unravel this mystery, today’s guest is John Burn-Murdoch, a data journalist at the Financial Times, who recently published a magisterial investigation of the American death gap

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Why Mainstream Medicine Struggles to Prevent Chronic Disease—and What You Can Do About It

Dr. Peter Attia talked to GQ about his new book on living a longer, healthier life.

www.gq.com

10 Best Foods for Hair Growth

Eat these 10 foods that support hair growth.

www.cnet.com

The foods—and language!—of Ramadan

Here is what Muslims around the world will be eating to break their fasts!

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15 Simple Habits That Can Seriously Improve Your Mental Health

These little habits for mental health can help boost your mood and well-being. Whether you’d rather take an ice-cold shower or call a friend is up to you.

www.fatherly.com

A Brief History of Coffee and Tea

The United Kingdom loves its tea, but if Oliver Cromwell’s head hadn’t ended up on a spike, coffee might have remained the country’s most prevalent pick-me-up.

www.mentalfloss.com

21 Attempts to Describe the Taste of Durian, the World’s Smelliest Fruit

Biting into a durian can be an utterly confusing and contradictory experience. Here are some outsider opinions from the past 400 years.

www.mentalfloss.com

The 10 Riskiest Foods, Based on Recall Data

There have been quite a few lettuce recalls over the last several years—but onions are responsible for more illnesses.

www.mentalfloss.com

These 10 Supermarket Chains Give You the Most Bang for Your Buck

The best value supermarket in the U.S. isn't Costco, Aldi, or Trader Joe's.

www.mentalfloss.com

 

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Here Are 5 Psychologist-Backed Tips to "Build Happiness" to Try Right Now

The more we commit to daily habits for small actions, the more likely we are to see the payoffs.

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Losing a Parent Changes Us Forever. There's Proof.

The death of a parent affects us in a multitude of ways. Here's what experts say about coping with the loss of a father or mother.

www.fatherly.com

Does Your Kid Really Need a Protein Shake?

Are kids' protein shakes good for children? Here's everything you need to know about protein drinks for kids, straight from the experts.

www.fatherly.com

The Hard Data Behind Why Dads Matter

Why are fathers important? There are data-driven reasons why kids do better with a father figure in their lives.

www.fatherly.com

This Is What Happens to Your Body When You Stop Drinking

What happens when you stop drinking alcohol? All good things. Here is a breakdown of how the body bounces back.

www.fatherly.com

This 10-Minute Hack Can Help You Feel Way More Energized

Non-sleep deep rest (NSDR) is an energizing hack from neuroscientist Andrew Huberman that's supposedly more restorative than a nap. But is NSDR all it's cracked up to be?

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Why teens are suddenly obsessed with chess

In some schools, it’s become a problem, but at most, it’s encouraged

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Can Cookbooks Teach Us to Waste Less Food?

As two new titles demonstrate, it’s less about learning specific recipes than how to shift your lifestyle

www.eater.com

 

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The Forgotten Art of Squatting Is a Revelation for Bodies Ruined by Sitting

In much of the world, squatting is as normal a part of life as sitting in a chair.

getpocket.com

Why we should ‘lift heavy’ as we get older

With the importance of amassing muscle in later life only just coming to light, here’s why it’s never too late to start weight training

telegraph.co.uk

http://washingtonpost.com/wellness/2023/04/17/mens-health-longevity-gap

 

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Opinion | My Transplanted Heart and I Will Die Soon

Organ transplantation is mired in stagnant science and antiquated, imprecise medicine that fails patients and organ donors.

nytimes.com

This 102-year-old shares her secrets to aging with grace: 3,800 steps, an adult tricycle, and a lot of laughter

Dr. Gladys McGarey started writing her book at age 100, reminding people it's never too late to have a passion.

fortune.com

Here’s How to Actually Be Kinder to Yourself

Self-compassion isn’t silly—and it can make life’s challenges so much more manageable.

self.com

 

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A breakthrough stroke treatment is saving lives. If you can get it in time.

It’s known as endovascular thrombectomy—or EVT—and in the decade-plus since it was developed it has evolved to be something of a miracle for people unlucky enough to suffer a stroke, but lucky enough to be able to access it quickly. If performed in time it can turn a potentially deadly or...

thebigstorypodcast.ca

 

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Checkmate Foundation seeks to elevate the profile of chess in Calgary

Chess has risen in popularity over the past few years and a Calgary group is working to continue that trend.

calgary.ctvnews.ca

An 'aggressive biter': There's a new tick to worry about in Quebec and Ontario

Quebec and Ontario public health bodies are reminding residents that as the snow melts, ticks emerge. In addition to the Lyme disease carrying blacklegged tick, scientists are also concerned about the lone star tick which is being spotted north of its home in the southern United States and Mexico.

montreal.ctvnews.ca

Here’s what to do if your pet eats cannabis

After marijuana was legalized for recreational use, reports of cannabis-induced toxicosis in pets have increased ‘significantly’ in Canada since 2018. Here’s what you should do if your pet gets into your weed stash.

www.ctvnews.ca

Can AI 'bring back' the dead? Debating the use of tech in the grieving process

Is it possible to recreate a dead person through artificial intelligence? Some experts are wary of how the tech could be used in the grieving process.

www.ctvnews.ca

 

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Brain Gain: A Person Can Instantly Blossom into a Savant—and No One Knows Why

Some people suddenly become accomplished artists or musicians with no previous interest or training. Is it possible innate genius lies dormant within everyone?

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How parents can help kids overcome five common friendship hurdles | CNN

You can't choose your children's friends, but author and school counselor Phyllis L. Fagell suggests how you can help them manage five frustrating friendship pitfalls.

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How do you tackle microplastics? Start with your washing machine.

Today’s focus is on washing machines. But a portfolio of microfiber solutions addressing everything from clothing manufacturing to disposal is taking shape.

grist.org

Nearly All Infants Lose Weight After They’re Born. So Why Do Hospitals Focus on It So Obsessively?

Don’t panic, it’s very common, especially if a child is breastfed.

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