Lifestyle

As a sleep therapist, I’ve seen how good intentions can sometimes make things worse.

‘People start to realize how good it feels to work just a little bit harder and a little bit smarter.’

Saunas and hot tubs are a relaxing part of the occasional spa experience, but is there any benefit to the regular use of heat therapies?

For those with problematic alcohol use, these non-alcoholic beverages can be a bit more complicated.

Two physiology experts look at how even a single high-fat meal could impair blood flow to the brain.

Too much sugar can increase LDL, HDL, glucose, insulin and uric acid; impair glucose tolerance and more.

Most of us know Albert Einstein’s famous equation, E = mc2. It struck me that a similar formulation could describe the enjoyment of life, in relationship to medical care, quantity and quality.

When patients are informed, engaged, proactive and use the health system appropriately health systems perform better. In contrast, passive and non-adherent patients who misuse healthcare will strain health systems.