March heralds the return of spring in Quebec, but also the dreaded daylight-saving time change on the night of March 9. Help from science As clocks move forward and we…

After the Holidays, many people are attracted by the latest diet fad. Whether it’s the keto diet, intermittent fasting, the Mediterranean diet, paleo or FODMAP, these diets are all the…

Stress is an inescapable companion of modern life. Demands and responsibilities can quickly pile up, especially during the holiday season. Cortisol, the “stress hormone”, becomes harmful if left unchecked. In…

Exercise lowers the risk of early death. That’s not news. What is news however, is that boosting activity higher can further reduce the risk. How much is enough Current recommendations…

One of the pleasures of a thirty-plus-year career as a kinesiologist has been working with young athletes. As residents of a community filled with young athletes ripe with potential, it…

Is there a link between leggings – those beloved sports clothing items – and our planet? Here’s a story that helps us to see things more clearly. Once upon a…

During a heat wave, the physiological demands on the body are greater and the following symptoms can appear in the event of dehydration: more difficult circulation of the blood (swelling…

Combatting cognitive decline We all know that regular physical activity is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. It can add years to your life, help you lose weight, boost…