Eat Artichokes
Artichokes act as a blood purifier and can lower cholesterol, triglyceride (a type of fat) levels and other metabolic waste products.
Avoid Summer Colds
Being physically fit may reduce the risk and severity of colds.
Snack on Bell Peppers
Green bell peppers have twice as much vitamin C as oranges, while red and yellow bell peppers have four times as much.
Limit Use of Teeth Whiteners
Health Canada advises not to use teeth-whitening products for more than 14 days without consulting a dental professional.
Downsize Your Plate
Switching from a 12-inch plate to a 10-inch plate can result in a weight loss of almost one kilogram per month.
Build Strong Bones
Physical activity is the best bone builder; the more weight and stress applied to bones, the more they grow.
Limit Your Sodium Intake
You should consume no more than 2,300 mg of sodium (about 1 teaspoon/5 mL of table salt) a day in food preparation and at the table.
Originally published in Wellness Matters, Canada Wide Media’s quarterly newsletter on health and wellness.