Why Dietitians are Nuts for Nuts
Written & provided by: Registered Dietitians Team by ShoppersTM I’ll be the first to admit that keeping up with food trends and knowing what...
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Written & provided by: Registered Dietitians Team by ShoppersTM I’ll be the first to admit that keeping up with food trends and knowing what...
Continue readingBlue Monday, which falls this year on January 16th, is touted as the most depressing day of the year. The fact that the holidays are over, the wea...
Continue readingAs 2022 draws to a close, many of us are starting to make plans for 2023. A big part of that includes making new year’s resolutions. Nearly 30% of...
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Tips on Avoiding Injuries at Home
Everyone deserves to feel safe and confident at home. However, our homes can be a source of injury. Around 50% of all falls among Canadians aged 6...
Continue readingTop Products for Avoiding Falls in the Bathroom
Falls are the number one cause of injury among Canadians 65+. According to StatCan, one third of Canadians in this age group fall at least once ea...
Continue readingWhat to consider before buying a stairlift
According to the recent National Home Modifications Survey, 78% of Canadians want to age in their own home, but only 26% believe they will be able ...
Continue readingWhy Dietitians are Nuts for Nuts
Written & provided by: Registered Dietitians Team by ShoppersTM I’ll be the first to admit that keeping up with food trends and knowing what...
Continue readingPrioritize Your Mental Health this Blue Monday
Blue Monday, which falls this year on January 16th, is touted as the most depressing day of the year. The fact that the holidays are over, the wea...
Continue readingThe 2022 Wellwise Holiday Gift Guide.
Get Your Loved Ones Something They’ll Love. The holidays are a wonderful time for getting together with friends and family to celebrate and let lo...
Continue readingTips for Combating Seasonal Affective Disorder
September 23rd marked the fall equinox, the date when there are as many hours of darkness as hours of light. From then on, the nights become progr...
Continue readingHow We’re Helping Canadians Bring Wellness Home
As we get older, the way we live at home becomes more and more important. At Wellwise by Shoppers™, we believe that your home can and should be an...
Continue readingDemystifying Sleep Apnea and its Treatment Options
An estimated 6.4 % of Canadians have been diagnosed with Sleep Apnea. This diagnosis is associated with cardiac related diseases as well as obesit...
Continue readingHow to maintain nutritious eating while easing back into pre-pandemic life
Written & provided by: Registered Dietitians Team by ShoppersTM A return to consistency and routine may also require a shift in perspective ...
Continue readingTips to help you feel your best and enjoy all that summer has to offer!
Written & provided by: Glenna Martel, Registered Dietitians Team by ShoppersTM Summer is a wonderful time of year. The days are longer, th...
Continue readingHow much sleep is enough in children? Approaches to help the whole family rest well.
As a parent, or grandparent, you are well versed in the strange sleep habits and daily difficulties in managing a child with naps and bedtimes. So...
Continue readingIdeas for a Fun and Active Canada Day Weekend
There are many diverse benefits to leading an active life. Physical activity can give you energy, decrease stress, make you stronger, and help you...
Continue readingThree Health Conditions Men Should Look Out For
June is Men’s Health Month, a time to raise awareness of the health conditions that affect men and promote their early detection and treatment. A...
Continue readingShould You Wear Compression Socks for Running?
Running is an excellent form of aerobic activity that has the added benefit of allowing you to get out into nature. If you enjoy running or are in...
Continue readingTop Medical Cannabis Myths: Debunked
Written & provided by: Medical Cannabis by ShoppersTM Has your neighbour, friend or distant cousin commented on medical cannabis? Though wel...
Continue readingWhat is jet lag & how to manage the impact
Travelling around the globe, or even within your own country, is something many of us look forward to, now more than ever. Whether it is make the ...
Continue readingStart your journey to health this World Health Day
April 7, 2022 is World Health Day. To celebrate, we’re looking at some of the healthy habits that can put you on the right track to wellness – and...
Continue readingHow to talk about your ostomy and dealing with mixed emotions
Written & provided by: Coloplast Canada It’s not unusual to be emotionally affected or even depressed after having an ostomy. Talking to oth...
Continue readingTips for adapting to Daylight Saving Time
On March 13, 2022 the clocks will spring forward an hour in many parts of Canada. Provinces and territories that observe daylight savings include ...
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At-home health monitoring can play a key role in helping improve and maintain your overall health and wellness. It can indicate when you might nee...
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Blood pressure monitor Why monitor your blood pressure? It’s common to experience high blood pressure as you get older, which can lead to conditio...
Continue readingBecoming a medical cannabis patient
Written & provided by: Medical Cannabis by ShoppersTM Everything you need to know about accessing medical cannabis, from your first appoint...
Continue readingTips for taking care of your mind this winter
Taking care of your mind is essential at any age, but as you get older, it can become even more important in order to help you reduce your risk of ...
Continue readingHow working from home can impact your sleep
Working from home or remote working has become the new normal for many Canadians. This practice has become increasingly more common over the last f...
Continue readingShould you invest in a seated elliptical machine?
Wondering if a seated elliptical is right for you? This quick guide will help you decide! What is a seated elliptical? A seated elliptical is a ...
Continue readingHow to stay active throughout the winter months
It’s sometimes said that getting older means slowing down and taking it easy, but the opposite is actually true. Staying active as you age is one o...
Continue readingAccording to the Canadian Continence Foundation, around 10% of Canadians are living with incontinence – that’s around 3.5 million people. Several c...
Continue readingKeep moving forward. How to maintain mobility as you age
According to Statistics Canada, 24.1% of Canadians over 65 struggle with their mobility, which can have a knock-on effect in multiple other areas o...
Continue readingHow to make new year’s resolutions (that you’ll actually keep)
As 2022 draws to a close, many of us are starting to make plans for 2023. A big part of that includes making new year’s resolutions. Nearly 30% of...
Continue readingTop Tips for Tackling Cold-Weather Aches and Pains
As we move into the colder fall and winter months, many of the estimated 7.63 million Canadians who live with chronic pain may notice increased st...
Continue readingPrevent falls at home with Wellwise Home Services
Did you know that falls are the most common cause of injury among older Canadians? Every year, around a third of Canadians over 65 fall at least o...
Continue reading5 Tips for Tackling Chronic Pain
September is Pain Awareness Month. Nearly 8 million Canadians live with chronic pain, which can have a huge impact on a person’s mental health, ph...
Continue readingAging in place: Keep your home and yourself safe.
Written & provided by: Spectrum Healthcare Overwhelmingly, Canadian seniors want to age and be cared for in their own homes. Physical safet...
Continue readingWhat are the benefits of a scooter?
If you’re among the 20% of Canadians aged 65+ with a mobility problem, you may be considering a mobility scooter. If you’re not sure whether a mob...
Continue readingHow to Find the Right Mobility Aid for You
According to Statistics Canada, 24.1% of Canadians over the age of 65 live with some form of mobility issue. Mobility issues can make you less ind...
Continue readingTips for living with hearing loss
According to the Canadian Hearing Society, more than 60% of Canadians over 65 experience some form of hearing loss. The most common form of age-re...
Continue readingHow Caregivers Can Help Loved Ones Stay at Home Longer
According to the National Home Modifications Survey, 78% of Canadians want to age in their own home. However, only 26% predict they’ll be able to ...
Continue readingHow to Maintain Your Mobility Aids This Spring
With spring now upon us, many people are looking forward to the warmer weather and the increased opportunity to get out and about. It’s therefore ...
Continue readingTwo Brain Conditions to be Aware of as You Age
As we get older, certain neurological conditions become more likely. And although they’re not an inevitable part of the aging process, it’s import...
Continue reading5 Tips for Managing Holiday Stress
The holidays are often a joyful time for getting together with loved ones to celebrate the season. However, for caregivers, the holidays can be a ...
Continue readingHow to Get Your Home Ready for the Holiday Season
The holiday season is often a joyful time for getting together with friends and family to celebrate. For many of us, our homes become a hive of so...
Continue readingMental Health Care for Veterans
November 11 is Remembrance Day, a time for reflection and to pay tribute to those who have served in the Canadian Armed Forces. There are currentl...
Continue readingHow Can Occupational Therapy Help You?
October is Occupational Therapy Awareness Month, a time to recognize occupational therapists and raise awareness of the important work they do. Bu...
Continue readingGetting Back into Routine – Tips for Caregivers
The move from summer into fall can be an excellent opportunity to take a step back, reassess, and reset our routines and goals for the rest of the...
Continue reading6 early signs of dementia to look out for in loved ones
Dementia is an umbrella term that refers to progressive cognitive decline that is severe enough to affect daily activities. Alzheimer’s disease is...
Continue readingWhere to find support if you’re a caregiver
According to Statistics Canada, 7.8 million Canadians (about 25% of the population), care for a friend or family member. And while being a caregiv...
Continue readingHow to Show Your Appreciation this Nurse Week
Did you know that May 6th to May 12th is National Nurse Week? Nurses play an important role in many aspects of our healthcare, however a lot of the...
Continue readingOur top product picks for 2022
To help you get started on your health and wellness journey for 2022, we’ve put together our selection of top picks from our most popular product c...
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