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Avocado Pudding
Avocado is a unique fruit packed with nutrients and vitamins essential for a healthy body. It is a versatile ingredient in various...
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Jun 25, 20232 min read
Assessing ALS Function
In an estimated Canadian population of 34 million, approximately 2,000 – 3,000 people in Canada currently have ALS. ALS is a progressive...
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Jun 21, 20233 min read
When Seniors Refuse to Eat
Why do the Elderly Stop Eating? As people age, their appetite and dietary needs may change. Many factors can contribute to why elderly...
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Jun 19, 20234 min read
ALS: Symptoms, Diagnostic Testing, and Treatment
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve...
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Jun 14, 20232 min read
Caregiver Fatigue & ALS
Caregiving for a Loved One with ALS Caring for a loved one with ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) can be a challenging and emotional...
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Jun 12, 20234 min read
The Importance of Nutrition for Those with ALS
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve...
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Jun 7, 20233 min read
Adaptive Equipment for ALS: Tips for Caregivers
Adaptive equipment and assistive technology can help people with ALS perform daily routines, maintain independence longer, and live more...
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Jun 5, 20233 min read
Strawberry Cheesecake Shake
June is ALS Awareness Month! All month long, we will be sharing recipes, articles, and tips on how to best support an ALS diagnosis in...
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Jun 4, 20232 min read
ALS Awareness Month
June is ALS Awareness Month. According to the ALS Society of Canada, more than 200,000 people around the world are living with ALS, with...
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May 31, 20233 min read
Walnut Crusted Trout with Spinach and Pear Salad
As we close out our series for #VisionHealthMonth, we thought we would share a healthy, flavourful, and nutritious main dish that you can...
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May 28, 20232 min read
Cataracts: Signs & Symptoms
In our ongoing series for #VisionHealthMonth, our focus in today's blog is on a common age-related concern: Cataracts. Cataracts are a...
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May 24, 20235 min read
Cataract Surgery: Tips for Caregivers
Healthy Eyes & Dementia If your loved one has both dementia and cataracts, they may benefit even more from receiving corrective eye care....
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May 22, 20237 min read
Moroccan Lentil & Chickpea Soup
We often hear about Vitamin A for eye health, but did you know the mineral zinc also contributes to proper eye health and functioning?...
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May 21, 20233 min read
Glaucoma: What You Need to Know
One of the leading causes of blindness, affecting more than 450,000 Canadians, Glaucoma affects the optic nerve in the eye, resulting in...
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May 17, 20234 min read
Helping Loved Ones with Glaucoma
If you have a loved one with glaucoma, you can help him or her adjust to low vision challenges in a variety of ways. However, it's...
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May 15, 20233 min read
Slow Cooker Butternut Squash & Lentil Soup
As Vision Health Month continues, we wanted to share a delicious recipe that can help your senior loved one's eye health. In 2013, the...
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May 14, 20232 min read
Mediterranean Rice Salad with Tuna
It may still be spring, but the freshness of summer is found in this delicious and nutritious salad - with fresh herbs, tuna, olives, and...
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May 7, 20232 min read
Tips for Seniors: 'Google Home' Commands
Imagine how nice it would be to sit back, relax, and order a device that told you the time, found a recipe, or reminded you to take an...
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May 5, 20234 min read
Overnight Chia Pudding
If you're one to scroll through a number of colourful, healthy, exciting new recipes, you may have seen the ingredient "chia seeds" come...
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Apr 30, 20232 min read
Caring for Your Oral Health
Seniors are living longer than ever before. Advances in oral health care prevention and disease treatment mean that many seniors will...
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Apr 26, 20233 min read
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