There are many causes for insomnia, but for most people poor sleep habits play a big role. The habits discussed below may or may not be the cause of your insomnia, but they can aggravate any existing sleep condition while also making the root cause very difficult to treat. Understanding the following about your sleep can drastically improve your overall quality of sleep.

Can probiotics really lower your risk of getting a heart attack? According to a new study, the answer is yes!

From the desk of our nutritionist, Sandy, here's a great winter recipe that can be served up warm or cold. A hearty blend of butternut squash and french lentils, the zesty flavour in this recipe will stay with you long after your last forkful goes down.

Can you feel the coming of winter in your lungs?

In a report released yesterday, Statistics Canada provided some surprising information about how much sugar Canadians are consuming on a daily basis – on average, 26 teaspoons each and every day. 

Almost everyone has heard about the benefits of probiotics, which are the good bacteria for our digestive system. We find them in fermented foods such as yogurt, sauerkraut, and the Japanese fermented soybean dish, natto. But, what do they really do for us?  How do they bring us good health?

Prevention! This infection spreads easily, even with good hygiene. So the best bet is always prevention. Preventive programs should be started in advance of flu season. The key is to prep your immune system and have natural recovery aids in case an infection strikes. This year, be prepared and know how to deal with the bug when it comes knocking on your door. There are safe, effective and natural ways to make flu season a not-so-scary time of year.

The end of summer can mean a few things - back to routine, change of leaves and…flu season. In Canada, flu season runs from November to April and approximately 10-25% of us will catch the flu this year.

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