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The Surprising, First Warning Sign of Alzheimer’s

May 6, 2019 Alex Kozovski

The stories about a grandma getting lost on the way home from the grocery store, or the grandpa who relies on GPS to get to his daily coffee shop are more than just anecdotes. There’s research that backs this real…

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A Common Kitchen Staple That Could Help Prevent Dementia, Study Says

May 3, 2019 Alex Kozovski

Recent Alzheimer’s and dementia research suggests protecting your brain could start with what you’re putting on your plate. A new study presented at the 2019 Experiment Biology conference found that eating garlic may counteract age-related problems with memory. These benefits…

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Experts’ Tips for Coping with Body Dysmorphic Disorder

April 28, 2019 Alex Kozovski

If you or a loved one is struggling with body dysmorphic disorder, it’s natural to be wary of asking for outside help. It’s also common to shrug off psychological treatments in favour of cosmetic treatment, masking or changing the perceived…

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Natural Headache Remedies Found in Your Kitchen

March 10, 2019 Alex Kozovski

Got a headache? You probably don’t have to go far to find a remedy. Here are some common remedies that you can conveniently find in your kitchen to help ease your headache, whether it’s pain induced from an impending deadline,…

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Why People Hate the Sound of Chewing

March 4, 2019 Alex Kozovski

After mouth-breathers, it’s the next most annoying thing at the dinner table – the loud chewer. Why do we hate the sound of chewing? Turns out, there’s a scientific answer for that. If you cringe at chewing, you may have…

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3 Health Benefits of Laughter

February 15, 2019 Alex Kozovski

If you’re not sure what to pick on Netflix tonight, there are some good reasons to peruse the comedy section. Laughing not only feels good, but it turns out it can do some good for your short- and long-term health:…

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Four Ways to Boost Your Mental Health

February 13, 2019 Alex Kozovski

Eating well and exercising is good for your physical health, but don’t forget about taking care of your mental health, too. Here are some simple ways to take care of your brain. Cultural events New research has found that seniors…

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3 Methods That Are Reducing Suicide Rates

January 27, 2019 Alex Kozovski

Suicide is the the second leading cause of death for Canadian young adults and the third leading cause for those between the ages of 30 and 44. It can be the dire result of a number of complex factors –…

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What to do When You Can’t Sleep, According to Sleep Experts

January 3, 2019 Alex Kozovski

If you’re having difficulty getting shuteye, don’t resort to counting sheep or staring into your smartphone. Just follow these tips from leading sleep experts that’ll put you to sleep faster than watching the first 30 minutes of The Postman. Don’t…

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This Yoga Flow Will Calm Holiday Stress and Keep you Centered

November 30, 2018 Alex Kozovski

With all the extra social commitments and gift shopping battles, the holidays can be the most stressful time of the year. But they don’t have to be super stressful. By consciously making time to rest and recharge, you can stay…