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15 Self-Care Tips For Caregivers
Simple strategies for caregivers to preserve and maintain a sense of self.
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You’re Not Imagining It—Weather Really Does Affect Joint Pain
There’s some truth to the age-old belief that achy joints are a sign that bad weather is on the way....
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Silent Signs You’re Not Getting Enough Calcium
Calcium is an essential bone-building nutrient, but what happens if you don't get enough? If these symptoms sound familiar, it's...
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4 Healthy Sleep Habits That Can Help You Live Longer
According to new research, eight per cent of premature deaths could be a result of poor sleep. A sleep doctor...
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This is the Most Hygienic Way to Dry Your Hands
Yes, drying your hands is just as important as washing them.
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Questions You Should Always Ask When Picking Up a New Prescription
Don't leave the drugstore without getting these answers.
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Healthy Habits to Cope With Stress
It's hardly surprising that anxiety is one of the most common mental health issues across Canada. Although stress is unavoidable,...
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10 Germ-Spreading Habits to Give Up Now
You probably have some—if not all—of these germ-spreading habits. Here's why you might want to rethink them.
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8 Simple Ways to Save Your Teeth From Coffee Stains
Protect your teeth from permanent discolouration—without giving up one of life's little pleasures.
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These Seniors Are Forming Their Own Retirement Communities—Without Leaving Home
Oasis, a program that began in Kingston, Ontario a decade ago, brings the concept of a retirement community into private...
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What Happens to Your Body When You Start Drinking Eight Glasses of Water a Day
You've probably heard you should drink eight glasses of water a day to stay hydrated, but is it really necessary?...
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How to Rebuild Self Esteem After Your Confidence Has Been Shaken
With the help of these simple techniques, adopting a self-compassionate attitude is well within your reach.
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How to Cope When the World Seems Like a Horrible Place
Between pandemics, natural disasters and acts of terrorism, the world can sometimes seem like a cruel and frightening place. The...
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The Ultimate Guide to Gut Health
The bacteria in your intestines affects whether you’ll have allergies, your risk of depression and even how well your medication...
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Feeling Stressed? It Turns Out Laughter Really Is the Best Medicine
Beyond providing an instant mood lift, laughing loudly—and often—may even reduce your risk for a heart attack.
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Silent Signs You Aren’t Getting Enough Vitamins
Even healthy eaters run the risk of nutrient deficiency. Here are the red flags to watch for—and what you can...
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6 Lifestyle Tweaks For a Healthier Heart
Small changes to your daily routine can yield big benefits to your heart health. Here's how to get in tick-tock...
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How Stem Cell Therapy is Saving Lives
New medical advances promise relief from back pain, vision loss, multiple sclerosis, osteoarthritis and other diseases—all using stem cells, the...
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How Much Sleep You Really Need, According to Science
You've probably heard you should be getting eight hours of sleep a night, but it turns out that guideline doesn't...
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10 Tips to Improve Your Eyesight
They're two of your most precious possessions, but chances are, you take your eyes for granted. Read on for 10...
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If You’re Counting on Supplements to Get These Results, Think Again
Although some supplements can offer health benefits, it’s important to note their limits—and to question some of the more extravagant...
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50 Everyday Habits That Slash Your Risk For Heart Disease
Heart doctors from across Canada reveal how they keep their *own* tickers in top condition.
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The Fascinating Science Behind Your Chocolate Craving
The latest research on humanity’s hardwired—and dangerous—love of sweetness.
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Silent Signs You’re Not Getting Enough Vitamin D
If these symptoms sound familiar, it might be time to ask your doctor for a blood test.
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5 Memory-Boosting Tricks From a Jeopardy! Champ
Ever wondered how game show champs manage to remember so much trivia? Jeopardy! contestant Arthur Chu raked in nearly $400,000...
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How to Make It Through Winter When You Suffer From Seasonal Depression
Whether you've got seasonal affective disorder or the darker, colder months simply get you down, try these science-backed ways to...
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Silent Signs You’re Eating Too Much Salt
Too much sodium can wreak havoc on your body. If these symptoms sound familiar, it's time to slash your intake.
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The Truth About Intermittent Fasting
More than just a strategy for weight loss, this popular dieting trend may also inhibit dementia and other age-related diseases.