Food & Medication

Plain-language guides from our pharmacists. Questions about your own medication? Call either pharmacy and ask.

Medication: With Or Without Food

Has your pharmacist ever told you that you need to take a certain medication on an empty stomach or, on the contrary, with food? How much does food actually affect your treatment?…

The Benefits Of Water

The new version of Canada’s Food Guide (2019) emphasizes the importance of drinking water. Not only is water the daily beverage of choice, it is also essential to staying hydrated…

How To Treat & Prevent Diseases With Diet

If your doctor has recommended you make changes to your diet, it is important you don’t underestimate the impact of those changes on your treatment. The following are a few cases…

5 Foods That Interact With Medication

A number of foods can interact with medication and impact their efficacy or cause side effects. Depending on your situation, it may be necessary to allow a certain time between…

Should You Take Probiotics

Given all the hype about probiotic supplements, you may be wondering whether you should be taking them. Read on to learn more about these products and make better choices.

5 Tips To Consume More Fibre

Dietary fibre is essential for good digestive health. But what is dietary fibre?

5 Things To Know About Detox Diets

There are a whole host of detox diets and cleanses out there that promise to stimulate your immune system, purify your body by eliminating toxins, or help you lose weight. But…

Meal Replacements

The meal replacements sold in pharmacies are designed as meal or snack substitutes, and are aimed at both people who are in good health and those who are not. It is important to…