A CNN article reports on a European Heart Journal study showing robust evidence that there is no such thing as ‘healthy obesity.’ Carrying those extra pounds can increase the risk of coronary heart disease by up to 28% even if your other results appear normal, further disproving the notion that people can be “fat but fit.”

Did you know that an overweight person’s heart has to work harder to pump blood? This is a growing concern because being overweight or obese are major risk factors for heart disease and stroke. By achieving and maintaining a healthy weight, you can significantly reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke. A healthy weight can also help control other conditions such as high blood pressure, high blood cholesterol and diabetes.

September is Arthritis Awareness Month. The term Arthritis refers to over 100 conditions that affect the joints, surrounding tissues, and other connective tissues. While it is most common in adults aged 65 or older, it can affect anyone of any age, race, or ethnic group.

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, and the number of people suffering from Alzheimer’s is expected to quadruple by 2050. Obesity has been associated with an increased chance of developing this disease. The earlier you lose weight, the better your chances at prevention.

Chilled Watermelon Gazpacho

Thai Mixer Stuffed Chicken

Our clinics with extended hours.

Ontario

Monday to Friday – 6:00am – 8:00pm

• Etobicoke Clinic 170 N Queen St.
• Barrie Clinic 74 Cedar Pointe Dr.
• Erin Mills Clinic 6465 Millcreek Drive.
• Ajax Clinic 100 Westney Rd. S.Moved August 8th
  To: 1899 Brock Road, Pickering, Ontario, Unit H3
• Hamilton Clinic 1024 Upper Wentworth Street.
• Huntclub Clinic 2430 Bank Street.
• Mississauga Clinic 4557 Hurontario St..
• Oakville Clinic 300 North Service Rd. West.
• Scarborough 4651 Sheppard Ave. East.
• Woodbridge Clinic 200 Whitmore Road.
• Yorkdale Clinic 3240 Dufferin Street, Toronto (Orfus Rd & Dufferin St.)

Monday – Friday – 6:00 am – 2:00 pm.

• Burlington 2000 Appleby Line.

British Columbia

Monday – Friday – 6:00 am – 2:30 pm.

• West Broadway Clinic at 1558 West Broadway

Monday – Friday – 6:00 am – 8:00 pm.

• Langley Clinic at 20159-88th Avenue

Alberta

Monday – Friday – 6:00 am – 8:00 pm.

• Calgary South 12100 Macleod Trail SE Temporarily Closed for Repairs
• McKenzie Towne 4916 – 130th Ave SE Temporarily extended hours
• Crowfoot 150 Crowfoot Cres. N.W.
• South Edmonton Common 10020 21 Ave. NW

Monday – Friday – 6:00 am – 2:00 pm.

• Christy’s Corner 13651 St. Albert Trail
• Sherwood Park 1020 Sherwood Drive

We are always looking for skilled people to join our team. See available positions for Nurses & Medical Receptionists, Physicians, and Clinic Support & Administration.