Osteoporosis is a medical condition in which the bones become brittle and fragile from loss of tissue, typically as a result of hormonal changes, or deficiency of calcium or vitamin D. It affects one in three women and one in five men. Osteoporosis causes the bone to deteriorate and become porous, this means that bone […]
In recognition of Breastfeeding Week, ReVitahealth would like to share ten benefits of breastfeeding for both mother and her baby. Breast milk is arguably the best food and source of nutrition for a baby between the ages of 0 – 6 months. Some benefits include: Breast milk contains antibodies that help your baby fight potential […]
Health Statistics Canada indicates that approximately 17% of all Canadians are living with hypertension (high blood pressure). This translates to 1 in 4 men and 1 in 5 women aged 20 to 79 were found to have hypertension, with the rate increasing by age,” says Dr. Frans Leenen, University of Ottawa Heart Institute and the […]