Last week we talked about why the liver is such an essential organ of our body. We also talked about the different functions it has and how liver impairment leads to serious health issues. This week we will look further into liver health. We will discuss the risk factors for liver disease and what weContinue reading “Maintaining Liver Health”
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Why is Liver Health so Important?
The liver is one of the vital organs of our body. It works like an engine and a filtration system that runs the body and keeps it clean. When the liver does not function properly, our body is unable to carry out several essential processes, and toxins may build up to dangerous levels as aContinue reading “Why is Liver Health so Important?”
Women’s Health: Bones and Joints
When it comes to women’s health, the health of bones and joints is an important subject to discuss. Osteoporosis, characterized by the development of soft or week bones, is a condition that’s very commonly experienced by women. While also seen in men, one out of every four women will be affected by osteoporosis later inContinue reading “Women’s Health: Bones and Joints”
Use of Recreation Therapy to Achieve a Good Quality of Life
We all want to live a healthy lifestyle and spend our leisure time the way we want. However, sometimes there may be limitations that could keep us from achieving those goals. For some, it may be mental health. For others, it may be a physical disability that limits their functional capacity. There could be aContinue reading “Use of Recreation Therapy to Achieve a Good Quality of Life”
Reducing your Risk of Cancer
Cancer is a genetic disease characterized by abnormal cell growth that may spread to other parts of the body. There are several different types of cancer classified on the basis of characteristics of the tumour cells and the part of the body where they originate. In Canada, breast cancer and prostate cancer are most frequentlyContinue reading “Reducing your Risk of Cancer”
Cancer Awareness
IntroductionFebruary 4 is recognized as the world’s cancer day. Cancer has a significant impact on society in Canada and across the world. Every year tens of thousands of new cases of cancer emerge and thousands of people including children lose their lives to it. Although there are treatment options available for cancer, not everyone respondsContinue reading “Cancer Awareness”
Diet Management with Diabetes
Previously in our blog posts, we have talked about diabetes and its management through different modalities. Diet control, perhaps, is the most important measure in managing diabetes. In this article, we will discuss some simple measures related to dietary management that help improve blood glucose levels.1) Meal planningPlanning your meals helps in optimizing blood sugarContinue reading “Diet Management with Diabetes”
Iron Deficiency: Symptoms, Effects, and Treatment
Iron deficiency anemia is the most common nutritional disorder and is prevalent primarily in women and preschool children. Iron is one of the essential nutrients derived mainly from our diet. Inadequate intake of iron can deplete the natural iron stores of our body and lead to iron-deficiency anemia. Iron makes up an important part ofContinue reading “Iron Deficiency: Symptoms, Effects, and Treatment”