Let’s talk about the crucial topic of COVID shots during pregnancy.

Did you know COVID during pregnancy poses an elevated risk of severe complications? Maternal severe illness, ICU admissions, mechanical ventilation, and even the unthinkable death. The stakes are high, especially for those with underlying health conditions such as diabetes, obesity, increasing age, and cardiovascular disease.  Now, here’s the game-changer: COVID-19 vaccination during pregnancy. A goldmine…

Weight Loss Drug-Ozempic can reduce heart disease

Good NEWS—Weight loss drug Ozempic -called Wegovy in Canada -can reduce heart attacks and cardiovascular disease by as much as 20%. Evidence that weight loss can reduce health risks. Originally approved for people with diabetes, the drug’s off-label use has quickly become a popular weight loss drug. Listen here for more info on Ozempic/Wegovy in…

How strong is your grip?

Did you know your grip can predict your overall health, strength, and risk of heart disease?  As you age, the stronger the grip, the more likely to survive diseases such as cancer.  After age 40, muscles tend to lose their mass.  A strong grip at an older age is an indication of longevity.  There are…

HOW FIT IS YOUR BRAIN? Free Brain-Fit habit tracker

New App helps you get & stay BrainFit. BrainFit is the only app of its kind to focus on optimizing brain health, with an emphasis on each of the Six Pillars of Brain Health—  Exercise. Nutrition, Mental Stimulation, Social Activity, Stress Management, Sleep. Completely free. BrainFit provides users with timely and substantiated information to foster…

THE KEY TO A GOOD LIFE: Cultivating Joyful Relationships

A landmark Harvard study, eight decades ago, discovered that our well-being doesn’t solely rely on traditional markers like blood pressure. Instead, the quality of our relationships serves as a powerful predictor of our happiness and overall life satisfaction.  So let’s celebrate the importance of joy in our lives and honor the wisdom of the Harvard…