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  Breathing Problem Triggers

February 03, 2012

Allergies, exercise, animal fur, pollen, or smoke – we all know these common triggers of lung troubles. However, there are some surprising triggers in our daily life that you may not be aware of. Keep in mind that not all of these may trigger each individual's asthma.

Fireworks
When lit, Roman candles, bottle rockets, sparklers, and other fireworks release numerous chemicals, including sulfur dioxide, which can exacerba...

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  10 Ways to Have Great Posture as You Age

January 27, 2012

Good posture will do more to keep you looking youthful as the years go by than a face-lift or Botox. And the benefits of maintaining your bone health are much more than skin-deep.

Although a stooped posture may seem to go hand in hand with old age, you can help prevent the characteristic rounding of the spine that is often caused by osteoporosis and the destruction of the vertebrae in the upper and middle spine.

Here are 1...

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   How to Lose Weight and Get Fit with Technology!

January 20, 2012

One of the best tools for peeling off pounds is already in your bag: It’s your smartphone or iPad. In fact, all that texting, tweeting, and posting—the average woman spends more than 80 minutes a day on her phone, according to a recent report from the mobile apps analytics firm Flurry—can tip the scales in your favor.

And one in three of us are already using social sites like Facebook to get slender, reports research from the Univers...

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  12 Diet Mistakes to Avoid!

January 13, 2012

Simple diet mistakes can derail your best efforts to get back into that favorite pair of jeans. If the scale seems stuck, or your weight drops off only to bounce back up, there's a chance you could be making one of these 12 weight loss blunders.

Relying on Crash Diets

Determined to lose 10 pounds fast, you turn to a crash diet. Perhaps your plan calls for nothing but grapefruit or cabbage soup each day. You slash yo...

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  7 Best Exercises!

January 06, 2012

Are you looking to get fit in 2012 and wanting to make the best use of your fitness time? We have found the seven BEST exercises to provide you with the BEST results.

No. 1: Walking

Why it's a winner: You can walk anywhere, anytime, either on a treadmill or with no equipment other than a good pair of shoes.

How to: Beginners should start by walking five to 10 minutes at a time, gradually moving up to at ...

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  Sleepless Nights?

December 30, 2011

Do you suffer from a lack of sleep? Maybe it is your profession that is restricting your sleep. Here is a list of some common sleep killers, which ones can you relate to?

Air Traffic Controller

News of air traffic controllers falling asleep on the job shows the difficulty of shift work. Even when lives are at stake, it's a challenge for some people to stay alert throughout the night. That's because their internal ...

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  Asthma Triggers You Must Know!

December 28, 2011

Do you or someone you know live with asthma? It can prohibit you from doing many things in your life such as physical activities or visiting certain geographical areas. We have put together a list of the top common triggers for asthma.

• Airborne allergens: These include pollen, animal dander, mold, cockroach droppings, dust mites, mold

• Air pollutants: These include smoke (especially from cigarettes),...

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  How to Overcome Hard Times

December 15, 2011

At this time of year it can be difficult to get past the hardships and see through the light. Here are some great ways to change your lifestyle and move towards a healthier you!

Become more optimistic

Optimism is believing that good things can happen and that you can effect positive change in your life and in the world. Pessimists underestimate how much control they have. They tend to focus their mental energy on t...

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  Need an Energy Boost?

December 02, 2011

Getting motivated while you feel down or depressed can be hard to do. However, finding your energy boost is much easier than you think! The following are some ways you can boost your energy in under ten minutes!

1. Get some sunshine. If you’re toiling beneath artificial light all day, use your 10 minutes to get some sun. First, getting outside can be refreshing. Second, a few minutes of sunlight has concrete benefits. It h...

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  Beauty Tips you Can’t Live Without!

November 25, 2011

You may read this and believe it is all common sense; however many of us forget these simple tips on how to maintain healthy skin! Print this list out and keep it handy, so you can always refer to it! Share with family and friends!

1. Wash Your Face Regularly: Wash your face at least twice a day but no more than 3 times a day with a cleanser that suits your skin. Select your cleanser depending on your skin type (dry...

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  Overcoming Boredom

November 23, 2011

Boredom could strike the busiest of the people and it can strike you when you are at work or at home. Boredom has the capacity to drain you off your energy, and distract you from important chores. We have found some great tips on how to overcome that boredom as soon as it starts!

When Boredom Strikes At Work

Usually, in the office, you have plenty of work to fill you time with. However, sometimes you may find that...

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  Holiday Hangover Myths

November 10, 2011

The holidays are coming close, and so are the holiday parties. Drinks will be shared and good memories will be created. However, the next morning can be a different story. The following are some common myths surrounding hangovers and how to cure them!

• MYTH: Hangovers Are No Big Deal

- FACT: A hangover is the body's reaction to being poisoned with too much alcohol. Heavy drinking rocks the central ner...

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  Skin Irritants

November 04, 2011

It is that time of year where the weather is getting dryer and our skin is suffering because of it. There are many things aside from the weather that cause our skin to get irritated. Here is a great list to reference for common skin irritants.

1. Soap

Excessive hand washing, using soap and water, strips the skin of its natural oils and can result in "dishpan hands." At first, it may look like dry, chapped skin. Bu...

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  Health Benefits of Pumpkins

October 28, 2011

This time of year pumpkins are everywhere. They are perfect for decorating your house with, carving into scary faces; as well they make great ingredients in food! We found some great health benefits of our beloved pumpkins, so this holiday you can rest easy knowing the pumpkin is here to help your health!

- Pumpkins contain carotenoids which boost up the immune system and keep the body protected against infections and viruse...

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  Top 5 Nutrients for your Child

October 19, 2011

Getting our children to eat well is not an easy thing to do. There is so much we need to ensure they are eating to build a healthy diet and lifestyle. Try to set examples. Take healthy foods in front of them and your kids will start following you. And remember, patience is the other name for parenthood and it really pays. The following is a detailed list of the top five nutrients each child should have, why they are important, and where you ca...

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  Stress Eating!

October 14, 2011

We all face stressful time in our life where we cannot focus on anything else but our stress. During these times it is easy for us to lose focus on important things in our life such as our health and diet. Stress is one of the leading factors to weight gain in society. Therefore, we have gathered some great tips for you to avoid putting on those extra pounds from stress!

Awareness is the Key: Being aware of your ac...

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  Treadmill Tips!

October 06, 2011

We either love them or hate them. The treadmill can be a very useful exercise machine if we use it correctly. So many times beginners hop onto a treadmill and expect results; however they do not know the correct way to use the machine. So we have put together some quick tips on how to get the best results from your machine!

1. Know Your Equipment: The first step toward making your treadmill running a success is to ...

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  How to Refresh your Brain!

September 29, 2011

Life can get very stressful and busy. We are constantly thinking of millions of things and performing thousands of tasks. So how do our brains keep up?! If you are finding you face “brain overload” at times, follow these great tips on how to refresh and kick start your brain in your day!

1. Music: Soothing music is very beneficial for your mental resources. Clear your mind by just sitting back and getting lost in good mus...
   
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  Healthy Family Living Tips

September 20, 2011

It is easy to start a healthy lifestyle on your own; however getting your partner and kids on board may be a daunting task. So we felt it was time to brush up on some quick tips on how to lead a healthy lifestyle with your whole family.

• Eating healthy meals together
- Healthy family meals have been linked with higher academic performance, greater psychosocial wellbeing and a reduced risk of unhealthy weight loss beha...

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  Dietary Supplements for Women Over 40

September 13, 2011

Once you have completed 40 glorious years on this planet, you learn to take your health more seriously. A number of dietary supplements are available in the market that helps women lead a healthier life. Here is a quick overview of some of the top dietary supplements for women over 40.

1. Multivitamins

• Facts and Benefits: Multivitamins, as the name suggests, is a combination of var...

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  Top 8 Healthy Drinks!

September 09, 2011

Monitoring our food is commonly practiced by people who wish to lead a healthy lifestyle and diet. We are counting calories and fat content in our meals; however many of us forget to think about the liquids we consume in a day. Along with food, drinks can have large amounts of additional calories that we can avoid. Drinking drinks such as pop, high sugared juices, alcohol, and cream filled drinks can work against us when striving for a healt...

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  Get Out There and Play!

August 29, 2011

We love watching them but how about playing them! Playing sports is a great way for our kids to keep active and stay fit. However, not only our kids can benefit from athletic games. Here is a quick overview of why you should start something new this fall!

1. Good Physical Health: A sport requires a lot of continuous strenuous activity which results in good physical health. When one plays sports, his body receives the exercis...

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  Concentration Killers!

August 18, 2011

Throughout your work day are you finding it harder and harder to concentrate and/or stay on task? There are many things we do to ourselves without even knowing it that cause us to become stressed and tired. Our concentration levels drop dramatically when we are facing stress in our lives. Additionally, when we do not concentrate at our fullest we create the unfortunate possibility of accident occurring, missing important information, and/or ...

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  Battling Sensitive Teeth?

August 15, 2011

Do you ever get that painful sensation in your mouth when you bite into something cold or hot? You feel you have tried everything yet it still is there? Well here are some helpful home remedies on how to fight your sensitivity!

Use a Desensitizing Toothpaste:

Some toothpaste brands, which are meant to control tartar formation, may contain abrasive ingredients, which may aggravate tooth sensitivity. People who hav...

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  How to Cope with Acne

August 04, 2011

Acne can interrupt our lives at any stage, it is that unfortunate and obvious problem that too many of us face. As teenagers we hoped it would be just a phase; however many of us are still fighting to cope with that unwanted acne. Here are some tips on how to alleviate your acne problem.

- Get more sleep: stress increases when you suffer from a lack of sleep, and an increase in stress causes your skin structure to change creating acn...

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  Protect your Skin this Summer

July 22, 2011

We all love the summer for the warm air and hot sun it brings. However, the hot sun is not such a good thing for us in the long run. Everyone knows to wear sunscreen (even if we don’t do it); but there are some common mistakes we all make regarding protecting our skin.

Mistake #1: I Require Sunscreen Only in Summer or When I Go Out to the Beach.

Fact: Wrong! Whether you are at the beach or not, it is import...

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  Heart Health Newsletter

February 20, 2011

On Valentine's Day, heart shaped decorations are seen everywhere. At this time of year, we can be thinking about how our hearts are filled with so much love, but what about cholesterol? What about the risk of heart disease or strokes. They're unpleasant thoughts, but the reality is that heart diseases are the number one cause of death in the United States. How is your heart doing? The three main cardiovascular diseases according to the Ame...

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  Lose Weight Newsletter

January 23, 2011

By far, the most popular New Year's resolution is to lose some weight. We all have different goals; it can be the ten pounds gained over the holiday season, or the pounds that have added up over the years and never seem to go away. Whatever your goal, it's important to lose weight in a way that is healthy and safe. There are so many different fad diets out there, that it's difficult to know which ones might work, are safe or are easy to foll...

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  Quit Smoking Newsletter

December 12, 2010

It's time to set your new year's resolutions! Have you decided to quit smoking in the coming year? There are so many different techniques and aids to help you on your quest, but they can be a bit confusing. Let's take a look at some of the most commonly used aids, which may help you decide which one will benefit you the most in your journey to become smoke free:

Nicotine patches work by slowly weaning you off of nicoti...

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  Anxiety Disorders Newsletter

November 14, 2010

The economy. The holiday season. Large crowds. Too much to do and not enough time to get it done! Any one of these situations could be a trigger for anxiety. Everyone feels anxious from time to time, but some suffer from anxiety more often than others, to the point where it begins to interfere with their quality of life. Like many conditions, the term ''anxiety'' can cover a number of disorders that range from panic attacks to post-trauma...

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  Diabetes Prevention Newsletter

October 17, 2010

If you notice any of the below symptoms, you should make an appointment with your doctor to get tested for diabetes. It's in your best interest to catch it early to stop its progression!

- Having to urinate often
- Becoming dehydrated more easily
- Becoming hungry more often
- Feeling weak and having blurry vision
- Having a history of diabetes in the family

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  Managing Arthritis Newsletter

September 05, 2010

It's the perfect weather to get outside and enjoy the activities you love, but are your joints feeling up to it? Joint pain is a very common reason for people to forego their favorite summer pastimes. There are hundreds of causes of joint ailments, but there's no reason to let the pain ruin your summer. With proper management, you should be able to enjoy everything you want to.

- Get a diagnosis. You won't know...

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  Joint Pain Newsletter

August 01, 2010

It's the perfect weather to get outside and enjoy the activities you love, but are your joints feeling up to it? Joint pain is a very common reason for people to forego their favorite summer pastimes. There are hundreds of causes of joint ailments, but there's no reason to let the pain ruin your summer. With proper management, you should be able to enjoy everything you want to.

- Get a diagnosis. You won't know...

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  Summer Time Fun Newsletter

July 11, 2010

Summer is officially here ... and that means that fun in the sun is on everybody's mind! It's a time for picnics, barb-be-cues, and spending as much time as possible outside enjoying the weather. We've missed the heat for so long that it can be easy to forget how careful we have to be while basking in the sun's rays. A little bit of preparation before you go out can make sure you get the most out of each day; we've got some tips to he...

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  Healthy Sleeping Habits Newsletter

May 14, 2010

When the day doesn't us enough hours to get our tasks done, we tend to lose out on sleep. Most people think sleep is just a simple "down time" for the body to relax and unwind. This isn't so.

Sleep is a physical and mental resting state in which a person becomes relatively inactive and unaware of the environment. There are various stages during our sleep that take place. Throughout an eight-house sleep cycle, a no...

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  Spring Allergies Newsletter

April 04, 2010

Here comes runny nose season! For those who are affected by hay fever, Canada Pharmacy is here to help.

Hay fever is caused by an allergic reaction to the allergen pollen. When pollen particles enter into the body, it reacts by releasing an antibody to fight them off. The antibody triggers the release of certain chemicals, such as histamine in the body to help flush the pollen out of the airways. It is this pro...

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  Diabetes Newsletter

March 01, 2010

Diabetes is a disease in which the body is unable to properly control the amount of sugar in the blood due to the body's inability to develop insulin. Insulin is used within the body to help break down simple sugars and turn it into energy.

Type 1: Usually diagnosed in children or adolescence and occurs when the pancreas is unable to produce insulin.
Type 2: Usually develops in adu...

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  Heart Attacks Newsletter

February 05, 2010

More than one million Americans have a heart attack each year. The more you know, the better you can prevent this from happening to you. Canada Pharmacy is here to help keep you informed.

The heart receives a constant flow of oxygen-rich blood in order to function properly. During a heart attack this constant blood flow to the heart is reduced or blocked by fat-like buildup (plaque) in one or more arteries. ...

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  Weight Loss Newsletter

January 01, 2010

It is time for New Years Resolutions. For many, it will be to quit smoking; and for some, it will be to lose weight in 2008. Canada Pharmacy is here to assist you in losing weight during the New Year. Here are many useful tips to help you set and achieve all of your weight loss goals.

- Support: Get plenty of support from family, friends and support groups. The more people that are aware of your goal, the more the...

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  Quit Smoking Newsletter

December 01, 2009

What is your New Year's resolution? If you have decided to quit smoking, Canada Pharmacy is here to help you conquer your resolution and stay smoke-free all year long.

Immediate Positive Changes:

- Within 2 days of quitting, your chances of having a heart attack decrease and your sense of smell and taste begin to improve. - Within 3 days of quitting, your bronchial tubes relax, maki...

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  Glaucoma Newsletter

November 02, 2009

Glaucoma is a type of eye damage that begins to kill the optic nerve cells. Glaucoma is caused by pressure from excess fluid in the eyeball. The eyeball has a chamber behind the upper eye lid that holds a fluid to help keep the eye moist and provide oxygen and nutrients. This chamber usually drains the fluid through. Pressure builds in the eye causing visual problems and if left undetected serious effects can occur such as blindness. ...

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  Breast Cancer Newsletter

October 01, 2009

Breast cancer is a disease that develops in the cells of the breast when cells continue to duplicate abnormally.

Often, breast cancer is first noticed as a painless lump in the breast or armpit. It can be found by a physical exam, screening mammogram, by you or your physician. Signs may include:

- Swelling in the armpit
- Changes in breast shape or size
- Dimpling or pucker...

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  Cold and Flu Season Newsletter

September 01, 2009

It starts with a scratchy throat. Then the eyes begin to water and a runny nose is soon to follow. The cold and flu season is back! The first step in treating your cold or flu is knowing which one you have:

Colds are milder and have different causes and symptoms from the flu. Starting symptoms for a cold are sneezing, coughing, tiredness, runny nose and little (1-2 degrees above normal) or no fever. You may also ...

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