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 increase in...

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 -Having a parent or...

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 and environmental...