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12 Things You’re Probably Sharing That Germ Experts Wouldn’t
Sharing isn't always caring. Here are the items germaphobes will want to keep to themselves.
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12 Common Teeth-Cleaning Mistakes That Make Dentists Cringe
From rushing your toothbrushing to overusing whitening products, we asked dentists to reveal the dental mistakes that make them cringe.
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14 Health Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar
While the uses for white vinegar are plentiful, apple cider vinegar has arguably even more applications—some people have turned to...
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Why You Should Do a Home Air Quality Test
Your home is your safe haven—a place where you can relax, put your feet up and enjoy time with family....
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50 Reasons Why You’ll Age Better Than Your Parents
From new medical treatments to smarter nutrition, today's adults have a good shot at living healthier into old age.
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40 Ways to Slash Your Risk of Osteoporosis
Practice osteoporosis prevention with these 40 ways that help lower risk, from adding more calcium to your diet to testing...
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15 Common Kitchen Items That Are Secretly Toxic
Our experts reveal the most common and surprising kitchen items that could be toxic or dangerous for your health if...
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How to Use Breathing Techniques to Control Chronic Pain
Medical experts share six powerful breathing techniques to help you cope with chronic pain and alleviate muscle tension and stress.
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100 New Health Studies That Will Change The Way You Live
From groundbreaking treatments to the latest in prevention, these new health studies could have a major impact on how you...
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The Surprising Reason Canadians Are Flocking to This Tropical Paradise
Long touted as the culinary capital of the Caribbean, the Cayman Islands are boasting a new draw for Canadian travellers:...
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17 Natural Cold Remedies That Really Work
Turn your kitchen cabinet into a medicine cabinet with these home remedies for colds that feature herbs, spices, and other...
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Do You Really Need to Count Calories?
We asked Abby Langer, a registered dietitian, to help answer one of our most pressing questions.
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This Is What Happens to Your Brain When You Do a Puzzle
Whether you're into crosswords or just enjoy sitting down to a thousand-piece jigsaw, puzzling can be a whole lot of...
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Here’s What Happens to Your Body When You Get a Hug
These are the surprising health benefits of hugging, from being less stressed to a better sex life.
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11 Things to Know About the DASH Diet
Doctors and dietitians love it, and it's won top honours from U.S. News & World Report as the best overall...
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This Province Has the Longest Walk-In Clinic Wait Times in Canada
New data from website Medimap reveals that average walk-in clinic wait times are twice as long in B.C. as they...
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8 Reasons Everyone Should Know Their Blood Type
Many Canadians don't know their blood type, but that knowledge can actually tip you off about your risk for certain...
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8 Life-Saving Lessons from Real-Life Poison Control Centre Calls
We talked to poison centres across North America to discover the most common emergencies they handle. Here are the case-by-case...
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9 Proven Ways to Quit Vaping
You've heard the news—vaping is causing deadly lung diseases in e-cigarette users. If you're ready to quit, these strategies will...
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11 Weird Tricks That Really Do Help You Go to Sleep
These tricks from sleep experts may seem a weird at first, but one could prove to be your answer for...
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19 Secrets to Steal from People Who Never Get Sick
In the fall and winter, you may become more vulnerable to colds, flu, and other infections. Use these tips to...
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9 Strange Facts About Redheads You Never Knew Before
While only about two per cent of people in the world have naturally red hair, there are plenty of fun...
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6 Things You Can Do to Control Your Dreams
To take charge of your dreams at night, prepare your mind during the day. Dream experts share their tips on...
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27 Simple Habits That Relieve Holiday Stress and Anxiety
Are the holidays the season of excitement or a time for anxiety and frustration? Here are expert tips to get...
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9 Simple Home Remedies for Dizziness
If you’re prone to feeling faint or unsteady, you may be experiencing symptoms of a serious health condition, a reaction...
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I Have ADHD—Here’s Why It’s My Superpower
If you think having ADHD is a hindrance, Peter Shankman is about to change your mind. Here's why the author...
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22 Science-Backed Natural Home Remedies for Arthritis Pain Relief
Suffering from arthritis aches and pains? Try these foods, exercises and home remedies that bring on pain relief naturally.
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17 Surprisingly Unhealthy Foods You Might Want to Avoid
Think these “healthy” foods are helping you lose weight or eat better? Here’s why they’re not as nutritious as you...
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15 Signs Your Body Is Aging Faster Than You Are
Have you stopped eating pickles because you can’t get the jar open? Are your pants tight in the waist but...