Crohn’s disease (CD) is a chronic inflammatory disorder of the gastrointestinal tract. It is one of two conditions classified as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), the other condition being ulcerative colitis (UC). UC is limited to…
Read MoreThere is no denying that organics have taken many communities of North America by storm. With the rise in their popularity, you can find organic options in everything from veggies to baking supplies in most…
Read MoreDown syndrome received its name in 1866, when John Langdon Down initially described this disorder. Down syndrome is more recently known as trisomy 21 (T21), which better describes the extra 21st chromosome that is distinctive…
Read MoreThe joy of motherhood can be an exciting and blissful experience. But what if, instead of happiness and joy, the new mom is experiencing weepiness and irritation, and is crying all the time, but does…
Read MoreWhat Is It and What Causes It? Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a form of depression that occurs during certain times of the year. It generally occurs during the colder months, and is associated with…
Read MoreAging is not really about how long someone has been alive, but more about the decline in physical ability and health that tends to occur once a person reaches later life. Aging involves a variety…
Read MoreWalk down a busy street and you’ll see some atrocious body language and posture. Most people are hunched over, head down, eyebrows furrowed, and probably typing away on their cell phones. Anybody who is sitting…
Read MoreHow much time have you spent outdoors this week? For most Canadians and Americans, the answer is “not much.” Currently, North Americans spend 95% of their day indoors or in a vehicle. In addition, we’re…
Read MoreVaginal yeast infections can be extremely uncomfortable and significantly impact the quality of a woman’s life. At least 75% of women will experience a yeast infection once in their lifetime, with 45% experiencing two or…
Read MoreWe hear so often “Coffee is bad! Coffee is bad!” Coffee is one of the most highly consumed beverages in North America. It’s no wonder there is literally a coffee shop on every street corner—and…
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