Health News and Tips

I’m Sick. Should I Cancel My Massage?

Created December 2, 2015 | Category: Frequently Unasked Questions

You know massage is great, but it’s not always a great idea.  As cold and flu season approaches, it’s important that you know when you should cancel your appointment.   WHY? 1. When you’re sick, your body needs rest. It’s strange to think about it this way, but receiving massage is an active task, it is not […]

Study: Lack of Exercise Twice as Deadly as Obesity

Created February 20, 2015 | Category: Health News and Tips

We all know that being inactive is bad for your health, but it may be worse than previously thought. According to a study published by the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, physical inactivity may be responsible for twice as many deaths as obesity. Researchers at Cambridge University studied more than 334,000 men and women over […]

10 Healthy Foods you shouldn’t pass up

Created February 15, 2015 | Category: Health News and Tips

  Have you ever wondered which foods are the absolute healthiest for you? We sure have! So, after a bit of searching we came up with this awesome list of healthy foods to fill your basket with the next time you are at the grocery store.  Your body and mind will thank you for loading […]

It’s Tax Time!

Created February 14, 2015 | Category: Health News and Tips

Use medical expenses to your advantage! Ever wonder what medical expenses you can claim on your taxes? You may think you’re not eligible for the tax credit because you’ve already been reimbursed by your benefit plan. While expenses that have already been paid by your benefit plan are not eligible, any unpaid expenses may be […]

How Sugar Affects your Body

Created October 29, 2014 | Category: Health News and Tips

You know sugar is bad for your teeth and waistline, but a growing body of research suggests that the negative impact of sugar, from appetite to heart health, is far more significant than previously thought. According to the Canadian Department of Agriculture, the average Canadian consumes 110.0 grams of sugar per day, the equivalent of […]