The Charlton Centre

Cinnamon… the sheep in wolves clothing?

Cinnamon has many health benefits including antioxidants, polyphenols and unique chemicals that can help regulate blood sugar in those with…

8 years ago

Osteoporosis Must Be Taken Seriously

Osteoporosis is a gradual weakening of bone that can lead to a fracture (break) of bone with very little stress…

8 years ago

Which foods are inflammatory?

As health professionals, we are often asked about the role inflammatory foods play in reducing inflammation throughout the body.  The…

8 years ago

World Hepatitis Day – Friday July 28th

This Friday July 28th is World Hepatitis Day.  The World Health Organization's Global Strategy on viral hepatitis is to eliminate…

8 years ago

What is International Self Care Day?

This Monday July 24th is International Self-Care Day.  This annual day was established in 2011 by the International Self-Care Foundation to encourage…

8 years ago

Can Arthritis Affect Intimacy?

As a pharmacist specializing in both arthritis and menopause, I am often asked about changes in libido with aging and…

9 years ago

Five Key Treatment Recommendations for IBD Patients

This is a list of DON'TS..... key questions developed by Dr Geoffrey Nguyen, a Gastroenteritis at Mount Sinai in Toronto…

9 years ago

Why is adherence important?

One definition of adherence is: attachment or commitment to a person, cause, or belief. When talking about medication, adherence refers…

9 years ago

Benefits of Exercise for Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Patients

For most people, regular exercise will improve your overall health. Patients with IBD are no exception and may see additional…

9 years ago

Understanding Clostridium Difficile (C. Diff)

In recent years, there has been an increase in Clostridium Difficile (commonly known as C. Diff) which is a bacteria…

9 years ago