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Keeping Fit - Part 1 Keeping Fit - Part 1
Fitness is, we're happy to observe, very popular these days. But there are a lot of ideas of what you need to do, where you need to do it, and what you need to eat and drink - or avoid - to maintain top form. We're here to give you some straightforward, level-headed - and economical - advice.
Quitting Smoking - Making the First Move Quitting Smoking - Making the First Move
If you smoke, deciding to quit is a big step towards better health. The benefits are both immediate and long-term, for you and your loved ones. But it is not easy! Fortunately, there is a lot of support and information available for people who want to give up smoking.
4 Steps to Post-holiday Rejuvenation 4 Steps to Post-holiday Rejuvenation
Where's the reset button? During hectic holidays, you'll likely stress more, party more, eat and drink more, and get less time to sleep, exercise, and relax than during any other two week period of the year. We're often left feeling "over": overstuffed, overstressed, overtired, overwhelmed. Reset, replenish, refresh, and relax your way to post-holiday rejuvenation.

Experts

Dr. Susan Biali
Dr. Susan Biali is a general practitioner and freelance health writer. Her mission is to teach people to make healthier choices, optimize their well-being and live more balanced lives. More >>

Dr. Darren Larsen
Dr. Darren Larsen is a family physician at the Thornhill Medical Centre, in Ontario. He is also the president of the Medical Staff at York Central Hospital and a consultant to the Ontario Family Health Network. More >>

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