People living in countries with public smoking bans have lower exposure to secondhand smoke and better health, according to a fresh look at past research from 21 nations. Smoking bans were tied to a decrease in health problems and deaths – especially those related to heart disease, researchers report in the journal Cochrane Library. […]
Toronto Health Posts
5 immune-boosting foods to keep you healthy
We are all busy, and none of want that virus that’s going around. (And there’s always something going around). Beyond hand-washing, getting a good sleep, and staying active, are there any short-cuts to good health? What are the top five things that we can add in to our diet to boost our health, immunity […]
Let’s Talk About The Corporatization of Mental Health
A subway poster reads: “On January 27, let’s turn [sad face emoji] into [happy face emoji],”—a catchy slogan, but one that simplifies the complexities of mental illness. It’s an ad for Bell Let’s Talk Day, a campaign that seeks to end the stigma around mental health and donate money for the cause. The campaign, which […]
12 Clever Ways to Use Apple Cider Vinegar
1 of 13 Uses for Apple Cider Vinegar Photo Credit: Milo McDowell Although some people think of apple cider vinegar as a mere condiment or tasty salad dressing ingredient, there are many surprising uses for it. Typically made from apple cider that has been fermented (converting the fruit sugar to alcohol and then to […]
Zika virus – What to know about the tropical Zika virus
A rare tropical disease is spreading in parts of Latin America and the Caribbean. The mosquito-borne Zika virus usually causes a mild illness but is now suspected in an unusual birth defect and possibly other health issues. Some things to know: 1, What is Zika? The Zika (ZEE’-ka) virus was first […]