Category: Health and Nutrition

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Can Beet Juice Help Improve Sports Performance?

July 30, 2019 No Comments

This article was originally written on July 30, 2019 and fully updated on April 2, 2022. Beet juice is a popular supplement among endurance athletes, but is it really effective? Let’s dive into that question!

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Is Breakfast Really the Most Important Meal of the Day?

July 22, 2019 No Comments

We often hear that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Recently, this topic has been popular in the media due to a recent meta-analysis published in the British Medical Journal (BMJ) suggesting that this may be a myth. So, what is the truth really? Let’s dive into this question!

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Is Yoga Effective to Reduce IBS Symptoms?

July 15, 2019 No Comments

The low FODMAP diet has been shown to be an effective approach to reduce symptoms related to Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Research shows that 3 out of 4 people find tremendous success on this lifelong diet. FODMAPs are fermentable carbohydrates that are partly responsible for the symptoms in people suffering from IBS. For more information, […]

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Migraines: 5 Nutritional Tips to Help Reduce Them

July 2, 2019 No Comments

Migraines affect approximately 15% of adults in North America and Europe and are a leading cause of disability. The main symptoms of migraines include: a painful headache lasting between 4 to 72 hours, localized pain on one side of the head, nausea and vomiting, blurred vision, feeling cold or sweating, as well as an increased […]

Do You Eat Enough Prebiotics?

June 20, 2019 No Comments

Prebiotics are a type of dietary fiber that is beneficial to one’s microbiota and gastrointestinal health by selectively promoting the growth of good bacteria. It should be noted that not all fibers are prebiotics. Here is a chart that summarizes the main sources of prebiotics.

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Three Tips to Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease

June 10, 2019 No Comments

Dementia is a syndrome in which memory, reasoning, behavior and the ability to perform daily living activities are impaired. Although dementia primarily affects older people, it is not a natural or inevitable consequence of ageing. Nevertheless, there are 50 million people living with dementia in the world, and every year there are nearly 10 million […]

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Canadian Men’s Health Week

June 8, 2019 No Comments

The Canadian Men’s Health Week takes place every year the week before Father’s Day. It has been celebrated in Canada since 2014 and is inspired by other weeks of the same kind that were already taking place around the world, particularly in the United States and Australia. It emphasizes the importance of the health and […]

Is Intermittent Fasting Really Effective?

June 3, 2019 No Comments

Intermittent fasting is gaining popularity. There are claims that it has many virtues, including weight loss and a reduced risk of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease. But is it really effective? We’re about to shine a light on intermittent fasting and its effects on health below.

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How to Eat to Prevent and Treat Diabetes?

May 28, 2019 No Comments

The global prevalence of diabetes is on the rise, currently estimated at more than 422 million people worldwide. In recent years, popular trends are moving towards low carb diets such as the ketogenic diet and the Low Carb High Fat diet (LCHF) to prevent or improve the control of diabetes. The American Diabetes Association (ADA) […]

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Does Eating Organic Food Reduce the Risk of Cancer?

May 2, 2019 No Comments

The increasing availability of organic foods on the market is attracting interest as well as many questions. A recently published study suggests that organic food consumption is associated with a lower risk of cancer. Are organic foods really better for your health? Let’s look into it!

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Psyllium, a Small Healthy Seed

April 27, 2019 No Comments

Recognized for millennia for its health benefits, psyllium is a perennial herb native to India, with tiny seeds (1,000 seeds weigh less than 2 g), hence its name from the Greek psyllia, which means flea. The seeds can be black, brown or blond depending on the species. Like chia seeds, once in contact with a […]

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3 Tips to Avoid Getting Injured When Starting Back Running

April 25, 2019 No Comments

With the arrival of spring, many people start back running outside. But did you know that more than 50% of runners will get injured during their running season? The most common injuries include plantar fasciitis, shin splints, Achilles tendinitis, patellofemoral syndrome and stress fractures. Here are three tips to prevent this from happening to you!

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