Wellness

5 things to know about seasonal blues

January 27, 2023 Victoria Simpson

Treatments exist if you’re feeling blue in the winter time due to a lack of light. Feeling blue is something many people experience from time to time. Some people suffer from low feelings more in winter when the temperature dips…

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RateMDs is partnering with Zocdoc for easy online appointment bookings

May 4, 2022 Victoria Simpson

Are you looking for a better way to book your doctor appointments? RateMDs is excited to announce our new partnership with Zocdoc. Now, you can choose from an additional 10,000 American doctors, with real-time availability listed, when booking an appointment…

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Experts highlight the surprising side effects of cannabis

August 23, 2021 Alex Kozovski

Marijuana, or weed, pot dope, cannabis, etc., is used for many reasons, some recreational and others medicinal. However, no matter what you are using it for, there can be side effects, explains Niket Sonpal, MD, NYC Internist and Gastroenterologist, Faculty…

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These 5 behaviours accelerate aging

August 17, 2021 Alex Kozovski

While aging is largely influenced by genetics, there are a several factors that influence how quickly it actually happens. Here are 5 common behaviours that can accelerate the aging process – and how to avoid them. Tanning Sun damage is…

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Are you a workaholic? Watch out for these signs

August 15, 2021 Alex Kozovski

When the lines between work and home began to blur as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, and many of us set up workstations in our living rooms and spare bedrooms, the idea of ‘shutting down’ at the end of…

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Wake Up One Hour Earlier to Cut Your Depression Risk

June 17, 2021 Victoria Simpson

Surprisingly, this small change can cut your risk of depression by over 20%. Treating depression can be a tricky thing. According to the Mayo Clinic there are multiple types of depression. These can include atypical, treatment-resistant, clinical, and major depression.…

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These popular foods hurt your mental health, say experts

June 7, 2021 Alex Kozovski

It’s been a tough year-plus, with everyone struggling to varying degrees with the COVID-19 pandemic. Feelings of anxiety and dealing with social isolation is at an all time high – and we could be making things worse with our food…

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Don’t ignore these subtle signs of adult ADHD

April 24, 2021 Alex Kozovski

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common chronic condition that affects more than a million Canadians, according to data from the Centre for ADHD Awareness Canada. The disorder can sometimes have a genetic component, and is typically complex and difficult…

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This is why you should invest in a meditation pillow

April 22, 2021 Alex Kozovski

Meditation isn’t easy, but there’s one thing that can make zen-time a little less challenging: a meditation pillow. With a comfy cushion behind you, you won’t need to focus as much on your hips, allowing you to focus on relaxing…

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This is why you weigh less in the morning

March 29, 2021 Alex Kozovski

If you’re on some sort of body-changing journey – either losing, gaining, or maintaining your weight – your path will inevitably lead to the scale at some point. But it’s not as simple as stepping on the scale when it’s…