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Anyone who has been part of an exercise group likely knows the power and benefit of group exercise. Exercise group members often identify with their group and develop a sense of “we” or belonging. Having this sense of “we” is associated with numerous benefits, including life satisfaction, group cohesion, support and exercise confidence. Further, group […]
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Around one in 10 Canadians has kidney disease and millions more are at risk. According to the Kidney Foundation of Canada, the number of people living with end-stage kidney disease or kidney failure has grown 35 per cent since 2009, with 46 per cent of new patients under the age of 65. Hemodialysis is a […]
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What if I told you all you need to do to lose weight is read a calendar and tell time? These are the basics for successfully following an intermittent fasting diet. Can it be that simple, though? Does it work? And what is the scientific basis for fasting? As a registered dietitian and expert in […]
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Feeling lonely is a human experience that many go through at some point in their lifetime. If you find yourself feeling lonely, the good news is that there are many helpful strategies that can help combat loneliness in a healthy way. Follow along for 12 things to try to help you feel a little less lonely.
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While we are social creatures that crave interaction and connection, research shows alone time can be very beneficial for our mental health. Sitting in solitude for even just a few minutes each day can increase productivity, reduce stress, boost creativity, and make us more empathetic. We look into all the ways alone time can benefit our mental health and how to make it a priority.
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