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Nutrition and Fitness

Only about 17.5% of Canadians get enough regular physical activity. But it’s easier than you may think. Read on for exercise and nutrition tips to stay active and fit.

Physical activity ideas

There are more ways than you might think for you and your family to get enough physical activity to keep healthy.

What to eat before, during, and after a workout

Everybody knows that you need to eat the right things if you want to stay healthy and fit. But what are the "right things"?

Foods to fuel fitness

While weight lifters and long-distance runners may need a little more protein than the recreational athlete, most of us will get more than enough from eating regular meals and a variety of foods.

Why exercise?

Being active can help you maintain a healthy body weight and reduce your risk of certain conditions such as heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, some types of cancer, osteoporosis, depression, stress, and anxiety.