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The Change Before the Change: Understanding Perimenopause and Early Menopause
Why Perimenopause Deserves More Attention Menopause is often talked about as a single moment: the day your periods stop for good. In reality, the body starts preparing for it years in advance. This lead-up is called perimenopause, and for many women it begins in their 40s, sometimes earlier. During perimenopause, the ovaries produce hormones less predictably and release an egg less often. Those shifts can show up in your cycle, your sleep, your mood, your weight, and even you

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4 days ago4 min read


The Better-For-You Pumpkin Spice Latte
A pumpkin spice latte worth making at home Real pumpkin, and no three o'clock crash. Our Dietitian's Version The swap is small. Two tablespoons of real pumpkin purée in place of pumped syrup, and a spoonful of maple. What you get back is a drink with fibre, potassium and beta-carotene in it, and enough real sweetness that you're not riding the sugar up and down through your afternoon. It still tastes like the thing you wanted. You just don't pay for it at three o'clock. Wort

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Sep 102 min read


Proactive Cancer Screening: Why Prevention Matters - Even When You Can't Prevent Everything
At 30 years old, I was in the best shape of my life. I exercised regularly, ate well, prioritized sleep, and worked in the health and wellness industry. Cancer was the last thing I expected to hear. Then I was diagnosed with bladder cancer. The diagnosis came as a complete shock. Over the next year, I underwent three minor surgeries, one major surgery, and five months of chemotherapy. The tumor was aggressive and had already perforated my bladder and spread into surrounding l

Courtney BlackShaw
Jun 183 min read


Summer Sun Protection: Mineral vs. Chemical Sunscreens
Summer is here, and with longer days and stronger UV exposure, protecting your skin has never been more important.
With dozens of sunscreen options on the market, it can be confusing to know which formula is best for your skin. The two main categories—chemical and mineral sunscreens, work in very different ways.

Primaris Health
May 302 min read


A First Look Inside Primaris Health: Highlights From Our Soft Opening
On May 2, 2026, we opened our doors a little early. Before our official public launch, we invited a small group of guests into the clinic for a private preview of Primaris Health. We wanted the people who will shape this community to experience the space, meet the idea behind it, and tell us honestly what they thought. It was a soft opening in the truest sense: a quiet first conversation, not a grand reveal. Why we started with a vision, not a ribbon Primaris Health did n

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May 33 min read


Stronger for Longer: The Link Between Muscle Mass and a Longer, Healthier Life
Why Muscle Matters More Than You Think After the age of 30, we lose about 3 - 8% of our muscle mass with each decade, unless we take steps to maintain it. While muscle is often associated with athletic performance or aesthetics, it plays a far more important role: it’s essential for healthy aging, independence, and longevity. Studies in both older adults and across the adult lifespan have shown that age is naturally associated with a decline in muscle mass and strength, gen

Dr. Madison Thorne ND
Mar 193 min read


Primaris Health Hosts Executive-Health Preview at Ferrari of Alberta
Calgary, AB - With a line of Ferraris framing the dealership floor, Primaris Health welcomed an invite-only group of business leaders and community partners for a private preview of its executive membership program. The showroom was transformed with a stage, big screen, and round-table seating as Matthew (Matt) Lau, CEO, and Apeksha Heedeniya, COO, introduced the Primaris model - followed by clinical insights from Dr. Brenden Kunimoto, Dr. Dan Chen, and Dr. Paul Lubitz. Matt

Primaris Health
Nov 10, 20252 min read
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