Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system, including the brain and spinal cord. It occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks the protective covering of nerve fibers (myelin) and causes communication problems between the brain and the rest of the body. While there is no cure for MS,...

Julie Hambleton
Health & Wellness Journalist
Julie Hambleton has a BSc in Food and Nutrition from the Western University, Canada, is a former certified personal trainer and a competitive runner. Julie loves food, culture, and health, and enjoys sharing her knowledge to help others make positive changes and live healthier lives.
When a psychotherapist, relationship expert, author, speaker and mother of three boys reveals deep truths about, well, being a mother of boys, you listen. If there is anyone who fits that bill, it’s Abby Rodman who has helped enlighten “mom of boys only” in a recent piece for Huffington Post. It seems to have come...
High blood pressure (hypertension) is a common medical condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It can lead to serious health problems, including heart disease and stroke. The good news is that there are many natural remedies for high blood pressure. Even if you’ve been diagnosed with it, you may be able to reduce your...
What’s something that has a huge impact on our health and wellbeing but that we tend to feel uncomfortable talking about? Our poop. That’s right – bowel movements are an essential function of our digestive system, ensuring the elimination of waste and maintaining a healthy gut. However, the frequency of bowel movements can vary from...
A rather peculiar story about Walmart ice cream bars not melting went viral, sparking widespread curiosity and raising questions about the nature of store-bought ice cream sandwiches. While the story may have originated several years ago, you can still find influencers, health bloggers, and experts discussing this phenomenon online. The question remains: Do WalMart ice...
Are you a fan of brussels sprouts? Those small, green vegetables that look like mini cabbages? If you are excellent – consider this your permission to eat more of them! If not, this is your invitation to join the brussels sprout fan club, because these small, green, cruciferous vegetables pack a real nutritional punch. Why...
When it comes to maintaining a healthy diet, it is important to focus on nourishing our bodies with nutrient-rich foods. Though this seems simple, it can get lost in today’s world of fad diets, “super” foods, and product marketing tactics. According to nutritionist Swrajit Sarkar, a senior lecturer in nutrition at the University of London,...
Over the last few decades, North America’s food industry has been revolutionized. While some people are content with the agricultural and technological advancements, others stand in direct opposition to them. It’s true; meals are readily available 24/7 and take almost no time to cook (if you’re eating processed foods). To put this into perspective, one...
In today’s fast-paced and busy world, finding time to relax and recharge often takes a backseat to our numerous responsibilities. However, research indicates that incorporating a ‘lazy day’ into our weekly routine can have significant positive impacts on our mental and physical well-being. Taking a down day, in fact, can actually help you get ahead...
We’ve all heard the statistics that one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer. But did you know that in 2012, nearly 1.7 million new cases of breast cancer were diagnosed worldwide, making up one-quarter of new cancer cases in women? [1] The BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations account for 20-25% of all inherited...
If there’s one activity the entire human race does most frequently, it’s breathing. And yet, we do it subconsciously and rarely ever stop to think about the quality of air we are consuming or the effect it can have on our lungs. More specifically, do any of us ever stop to about the impact of...
Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States. It is estimated that one in five Americans will develop this disease at some point. Even worse, several common causes of this cancer are due to bad habits that could potentially be avoided. It is important to know the signs of possible tumor growth...