How to Motivate Yourself for Success
How to Stay Motivated When All You Want to Do is Watch Netflix We know what we should do, what’s best for our health, our well-being, our success. So why is it so hard to put away our phones, get out of bed and make the changes that we know we want and need? Scrolling […]
Ways to Stay Healthy While Working from a Desk
Want to stay healthy while working from your desk? Here are some easy tips that you can start following today! Do your back and wrists constantly ache? Are your eyes feeling strained? According to Statistics Canada, 32% of Canadians worked from home in January 2021. This means more people are sitting hunched over their computers […]
Creative Ways to Get More Exercise When You Are Short on Time
Getting enough exercise is essential, although it can be hard to find the time in your everyday schedules. However, even if your routine is jam-packed with work and responsibilities, specialists have provided a few ideas to fit a workout into your day. Here are some creative ways to fit in that extra workout, even when […]
How to Make Diabetes a Non-Issue in Your Relationship
Managing diabetes can be a challenge. It impacts various areas of your life. It can shape your schooling, work life, and how you approach sports. However, there’s one area where diabetes management can have its most damaging impact: relationships. You’re under stress already. You must manage your blood sugar levels, consider any potential insulin injections […]
5 Easy Tips to Increase Daily Activity Levels
Daily physical activity is an essential part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Studies have shown both positive immediate and long-term health benefits, including a reduced risk of developing type 2 diabetes, some cancers, and cardiovascular disease. Additionally, daily physical activity helps to regulate health markers such as blood pressure and cholesterol levels. It also positively […]
Nutrition Label Spotlight: Sugar
Today, the average Canadian adult consumes 110 grams of sugar per day, equivalent to approximately 26 tablespoons. As much as 35% of this daily intake comes from foods containing large amounts of added sugar such as, soft drinks, breakfast cereals, and packaged cookies, cakes, and desserts. For many people, determining the amount of sugar in […]
5 Foods You Can Start Eating Today for Better Blood Sugar Management
If you are living with diabetes, you may know the challenge that comes along with choosing foods that: 1) Help keep your blood sugar under control and; 2) Minimize your risk of developing health conditions associated with diabetes. Does this mean that your diet must be simple, boring, and one that lacks creativity? Of course […]
Discover Your True Potential with a Health Coach
The traditional coach is a leader. An inspiration. Someone who drives us to become better. You might instantly think of a coach you had in high school. Or on your summer soccer team. But what about a coach who can help you reach your health goals? We need a little encouragement at times. A health […]
New Year, New You
What a year, am I right? 2020 has been a ride and a half, but we made it! 2021! I want to say it’ll be a great year, but I don’t want to jinx it (fingers crossed, knock on wood, sign of the cross, etc.) It’s a new year and as always, there’s a temptation to look back on the […]
