Health tips

June 1, 2016

Many women plan to get back on the fitness track as soon as possible after they have a baby. However, once the baby is born, many new mothers quickly realize that getting back to the gym and on a fitness plan is not as easy as they thought it would be. Many women underestimate just how long it will take to recover from giving birth. A woman’s body goes through a large and stressful transformation, so it’s important to be realistic about how long it will take to get back into the swing of things.

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June 1, 2016

Having a baby has a significant impact on the body, and once the baby is born, most women start focusing not only on caring for their new bundle of joy, but also on helping their body recuperate. While some women bounce back quickly, other women notice they have a stubborn post-baby belly (also called “pooch”). No, this is not just a stubborn pocket of fat. It could actually be a condition called diastasis recti, and it’s more common than many realize.

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June 1, 2016

Moving from one province to another is common among Canadians. People move for work, school, family, for a life change and for many other reasons. Moving from one province to another takes a lot of planning, and there are many things you will need to organize and plan for as part of your move, one of the most important being your health care coverage.

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May 1, 2016

As we get older and our bones become more fragile, we become more prone to falls and fractures. Something as simple as tripping over an item on the floor and taking a tumble can cause serious injuries that we might have shaken off quickly in our younger days.

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May 1, 2016

Vertigo is a medical condition that is a bit of a mystery. It impacts people differently, making it difficult to diagnose. It is estimated that approximately 1.5 million Canadians suffer from the condition, and about one third of Canadians will experience some issues related to it.

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May 1, 2016

Women’s health apps have become extremely popular. In a time when there is a refined focus on overall health and well-being, technology is proving to be a great resource for helping women stay fit and keep track of their health. However, women’s health apps are not just for exercise and diet.

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