Think that 10,000 steps a day is required for health improvements? Think again! In a recent analysis of 31 prospective cohort studies involving 293, 562 adults (men and women), walking 7,000 steps vs 2,000 steps a day was associated with: 20% lower risk of all -cause mortality (death) 25% lower risk of cardiovascular (heart) disease 37% lower risk of cancer mortality (death) 14% lower risk of  type 2 diabetes 38% lower risk of dementia 22% lower risk of depression symptoms An

What is prediabetes and why should we be concerned? Prediabetes is a condition where blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not high enough to be diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes. Not everyone with prediabetes will develop Type 2 Diabetes, but many will. High blood sugars that are untreated can lead to complications including eye disease, kidney disease, and heart disease. Who is at risk? Risk factors for developing Type 2 Diabetes include: -Being over the age of 40 -Hav

Understanding Obesity Obesity Canada is a non profit organization and their mission is to improve the lives of Canadians living with obesity. One of their goals is to address the stigma associated with obesity. Here are a few interesting facts about obesity that you may not be aware of. Obesity is a complex, chronic condition that affects millions of Canadians. It is not a personal failure or lack of willpower. It stems from complex interactions between biological, genetic an

Have you ever been walking down the road or around your house and felt your hips clicking? Maybe you’ve also heard your hips popping or...