Advanced Healthcare

08/25/2023

CHCH TV Clip: Tips to relieve nagging lower back pain...

How you sit might be putting unnecessary strain on your lower back. Nekessa Remy was in studio to help us relieve some of that lower back pain.

08/24/2023

Best Pillows for Snoring...

Pillows that put you in a better sleep position can help with snoring. Learn how they work, and which type might be best for you.

08/23/2023

Why Bowel Movements Can Cause Back Pain

Lower back pain and bowel problems, like constipation, can be caused by a number of conditions. Learn when lower back pain and constipation signals an emergency.

08/21/2023

Salt... Good or Bad!

Salt, also known as sodium chloride, is abundant in most people's diets. This article explores whether salt is healthy or unhealthy.

07/24/2023

Possibly the 'Germiest' Things in Health Care Facilities...

Before you check in, check out some of the items and surfaces that could harbor bacteria and viruses.

07/23/2023

What Guests are Lurking in Your Mattress?

It’s probably been years since you bought a new mattress. Find out what might be lurking inside your bed, including dust mites, bedbugs, and bacteria.

07/02/2023

Happy Canada Day 2023!

06/21/2023

How Chiropractic Helps with Knee Pain...

Have you considered chiropractic care for your knee pain?

06/21/2023

8 Common Sunscreen Mistakes...

Learn common sunscreen mistakes and how to avoid them.

06/18/2023

Happy Father's Day 2023!

06/17/2023

A patient care model for scoliosis: causes, how it progresses and lifetime treatment options...

Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (AIS) is a lifelong journey. The difference between early and late detection, diagnosis and treatment of AIS can have

06/17/2023

How does stress drive our brain to crave comfort food?

A new study demonstrates how eating comfort foods when stressed turns off the brain’s mechanism that prevents overeating.

06/14/2023

If anyone receives a "Friend Request" from me, Do Not Open It, as it's
NOT ME!

06/07/2023

How true!

06/07/2023

When to Toss Common Household Items...

Are your housewares showing wear? Find out with help from WebMD' s slideshow when you should replace everyday items to keep your home safe and healthy.

06/07/2023

5 Ways to Sneak Fitness into Your Day...

Whether you’re at home or on the go, a little creativity can keep you active -- no need to shell out dough for a gym membership or equipment.

06/06/2023

12 Dangers of Sitting All Day...

Sit all day at the office? You might want to rethink that. Long hours in the chair are bad for your health. WebMD explains why it’s time to get up and stretch your legs.

06/04/2023

Cholesterol Lowering Diets...

A new study links vegetarian and vegan diets to lower levels of cholesterol, which could help lower the risk of stroke and heart attacks.

06/01/2023

National AccessAbility Week May 28-June 3, 2023

“How can we champion accessibility and inclusion in our everyday lives? This National AccessAbility Week, find out how we can work together to remove barriers to accessibility and inclusion: https://t.co/PdGk4Wju57 ”

05/30/2023

Often overlooked...

Bathrooms can be sweet retreats. Some dangers lurk, though, from slick floors to mold to iffy personal products. Learn how to spot an issue and what to do.

05/22/2023

05/19/2023

Petroleum Jelly: Health Benefits and Uses...

Petroleum jelly hit the market almost 150 years ago. It’s still a favorite of dermatologists. It can help you in ways you may not know about.

05/17/2023

Stop Making These Air Fryer Mistakes...

Cooking with an air fryer can help you make healthy food fast, but you have to use it right. Here’s how to avoid mistakes.

05/16/2023

Surprising Ways to Burn More Fat...

While you can’t trick your body into burning fat, here are 10 surprising ways to help trigger a little more fat loss and help you reach your weight-loss goals.

05/16/2023

Is the Recommended Daily Allowance for Vitamin B12 1,000 Mcg?

The recommended daily allowance for vitamin B12 isn't 1,000 micrograms, by 2.4 to 2.8...

05/13/2023

Signs You're Low on Viamin B12...

Your body needs vitamin B12 to keep blood cells healthy and to make your nerves work right. But what happens when you run low?

05/12/2023

Your Chiropractor Can Help You Recover from Sports Injuries...

Do the days seem to drag on when an injury prevents you from participating in your favorite sport or activity? If you don't want to spend a minute more than necessary on the sidelines, consider paying a visit to your chiropractor. In addition to easing pain and stiffness, chiropractic treatments can...

05/07/2023

Fact Sheet: Necessary Use of Initial X-Rays in Chiropractic...

There are zero negative effects of diagnostic X-rays in chiropractic offices. Radiation exposure to a patient in plain X-ray examinations of the spine involves an estimated 0.2, 1.0 and 1.5 mSv for the cervical, thoracic and lumbar regions, respectively.1 In humans, there is no evidence of a carcino...

05/01/2023

Rethinking the Goal of 10,000 Steps a Day...

A new study rejects the idea that you need 10,000 daily steps to lower all-cause and cardiovascular death. Instead, people who walked at least 8,000 steps 1 to 2 days per week were less likely to die within 10 years.

04/30/2023

Afternoon humour...

04/27/2023

What to Eat Before a Workout...

Eating the right foods before working out is key to maximizing your exercise performance. Learn when and what to eat pre-workout.

04/26/2023

Can Pain Cause High Blood Pressure? The physical fallout from injury or accident isn’t just a bruised limb or broken bone. Turns out, pain can affect your blood pressure, too.

The physical fallout from injury or accident isn’t just a bruised limb or broken bone. Turns out, pain can affect your blood pressure, too.

04/26/2023

How the Internet Can Help You Eat Healthfully on the Go...

Need motivation to stay fit and eat right while on the go? WebMD tells you how to use smart phone and tablet apps to maintain a healthy routine wherever you are.

04/26/2023

15 Ways to Ease Low Back Pain... If your pain does not improve, contact me in the GTA and let's talk!

When you have low back pain, common activities like climbing stairs and driving might be harder. Learn the best moves from this WebMD slideshow.

04/26/2023

All About Herbal Teas...

People use herbal teas to relieve many types of health problems. What do these teas look like and what does science say about how well they work? Find out what the experts say with this WebMD slideshow.

04/22/2023

Swapping soda for water, tea, or coffee can slash type 2 diabetes complications by 20%...

Researches say replacing soda with coffee, tea, or water can lower the risk of death from type 2 diabetes by more than 20%

04/22/2023

13 Best Times to Drink Water...

Benefits of drinking water: general hydration, as an aid in brain function, to promote weight loss, to replace sweat loss after exercise, when you’re sick, and more.

04/21/2023

10 Fruits That Are Lower in Carbs…

Yes, fruit has carbs. It also provides vitamins your body needs. Don’t skip it: Learn how to make every carb count.

04/20/2023

How Often Should You Replace Your Mattress? It Depends

Mattresses don't last forever, but they also aren't cheap. Find out how often you should be replacing yours.