Healthy Living

Ready to live your healthiest life? From the best vitamins and supplements to everyday habits that boost your mental health and wellness, these healthy living tips are a great place to start.

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6 Reasons You Need to Switch to Mineral Sunscreen Now

Thought all sunscreens were made equal? Think again. Mineral sunscreens are your best line of defence against sun damage, premature...


How to Sweat Less This Summer

Sweating is good—up to a point. Here's how to control it.


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10 Sneaky Ways You Might Be Making Yourself Dehydrated

Getting less than the recommended 2.5 to 3.5 litres of water a day is almost sure to leave you dehydrated,...


Do You Need to Wash Your Coffee Mug Every Day?

A coffee break is a delicious and highly motivating ritual. But do you really have to wash the mug each...


5 Natural Antidepressants That May Boost Your Mood

Got a mild case of the blues? Consider these five supplements, which have been found to have natural antidepressant effects.


How Gross Is It to Bring Your Phone Into the Bathroom?

Bringing your phone into the bathroom can be a germ-spreading habit with consequences.


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3 Healthy Ways to Let Off Steam

From traffic jams to online comments sections, life's minor irritations can conspire to create major stress. Next time you feel...


Is Telehealth as Effective as In-Person Care? Here’s What the Experts Say

Virtual appointments are convenient and safe—but are they effective?

Antibacterial Soap vs. Regular Soap: Which Should You Be Using?

The worldwide spread of COVID-19 has scores of people reconsidering their everyday cleaning habits. It's tempting to reach for what...


25 Things You Need to Know About Sleep

Will a lack of shut-eye make you fat? Do white-noise machines cause deafness? Are night owls wealthier than early birds?...


6 Best Vitamins and Supplements to Take After Surgery

It can be difficult to bounce back after an operation, but a number of vitamins, minerals and nutrients can support...


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10 Natural Concentration-Boosters

In our modern, fast-paced world, multi-tasking is concentration's biggest foe. Slow down and follow some of these strategies to bring...


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30+ Everyday Habits That Can Save Your Eyesight

Some simple habits can do a lot to protect your eye health. Here's what experts recommend so that you can...


9 Questions You Should Be Asking Your Pharmacist—But Aren’t

Drug safety experts reveal the nine questions every consumer should ask their pharmacist to avoid medication errors.


Medical News You Need to Read This Week

From state-of-the-art treatments to the latest discoveries, these medical news stories can have a positive impact on your life.


Is Google Making Us Sick?

The internet can help you make educated decisions about your health. It can also turn a headache into a brain...


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30+ Stress Management Tips from the Experts

Being overly anxious is not just a mental hazard—it's a physical one too. For your emotional and bodily benefit, we've...

Is Your Facebook Obsession Feeding a Personality Disorder?

Sure, social media has become a normal part of life. But here's when it becomes a red flag about your...


The Best Sleeping Positions for Lower Back Pain

Beyond helping you get a better night's rest, this sleeping position may also help relieve your back pain.


Health Alert: Hand Sanitizer Lasts Hours Less Than You Thought It Did

The germ-killing standby might not be as effective as you thought.


How to Know if You’re “Doomscrolling”—And What You Can Do About It

Up late reading bad news on your phone again? Here's how to stop the unhealthy habit of doomscrolling.


12 Ways to Stay Warm While Socializing Outdoors During COVID-19

Patio heaters may be sold out across Canada, but that doesn't mean socially-distanced outdoor visits should leave you in the...


13 Things You Didn’t Know About Talk Therapy

A 2016 survey by the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health found that among respondents who had experienced anxiety or...

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30 Simple Things You Can Do Daily to Boost Your Bones

Building a strong skeleton happens all day. From the best ways to exercise to the top foods you should have...


10 Things You Didn’t Know You Inherit from Your Parents

Here's why men can't blame their mothers for their receding hairline anymore.


Why I Stopped Making New Year’s Resolutions

Was it me failing my resolutions, or were my resolutions failing me? Here’s how a shift in perspective finally helped...


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10 Things That Happen to Your Body If You Stop Eating Red Meat

Whether you’re looking to save animals or protect the environment or tweak your diet, here’s how you can expect your...


12 Things That Happen to Your Body When You Stop Vaping

Evidence is stacking up that vaping, once thought to be less harmful than smoking cigarettes, causes lung damage—and can be...


12 New Year’s Resolutions That Help You Live Longer

Sure, losing weight and exercising more are healthy resolutions that can help you live longer, but these resolutions are something...