In this trying time of social distancing or quarantine, exercise isn’t likely going to be on the top of most peoples list of priorities. However, no matter what your fitness level this is a good time to take full advantage of the numerous online resources that can help keep your body moving, improve cardiovascular fitness, […]
Category: Physical Health
Hydration
The human body is made up of 50- 70% water. This water is lost throughout the day through perspiration, breathing, urination and defecation. Water has many functions within the body including regulating temperature, transportation of nutrients and compounds in blood, removing waste products through urination and aiding in joint lubrication and shock absorption. It is […]
“Eat the rainbow”
Not to be confused with the Skittles tagline, the phrase “eat the rainbow” is used to advise people to consume a variety of colourful fruit and vegetables. This tip is used to get people out of the routine choices of fruit and veg people fall into, we often figure out what the family likes…and stick […]
Top Tips for Surviving the Winter Season! Keep warm Be sure to pull out all your layers this winter! Cold weather conditions have been associated with various illnesses including common colds, flu, heart attacks, strokes and pneumonia. Wrap yourself up in several thin layers of clothing as well as hats, scarves and gloves to maintain […]