Maple Season

Maple Season

It’s finally here, well sort of.  Signs of spring have started to emerge from beneath the snow and ice and this past week marked the beginning of maple syrup season.  As the temperatures begin to rise above 0 during the day, the sweet stuff starts to flow.  Not...
Are You Lactose Intolerant?

Are You Lactose Intolerant?

Lactose intolerance affects many Canadians: It is a condition where people lack the enzyme (lactase) required to digest the sugars in milk (lactose). Typical symptoms include gas, bloating, abdominal paint and nausea after the consumption of dairy products. It can be...
Sleep – Are You Getting Enough?

Sleep – Are You Getting Enough?

Sleep is one of those universal subjects – we all need it, and at some point we all struggle with it. Sleep is one of the main topics of conversations with new parents and a constant battle for many. At first I was surprised with the number of people that are...