How to Break Up With a Friend
How do you decide when a friendship has run its course? And, once you do, what's the best way forward?
10 Risk Factors for Heart Disease (and How to Control Them)
When it comes to preventing heart disease, knowledge is power. Here are 10 factors that contribute to your risk for...
35 Medical Trivia Questions Only Geniuses Will Get Right
How well do you know your health lingo? These challenging medical trivia questions are the ultimate test of your health...
Why You Should Never Ignore Erectile Dysfunction
Sure, it's easy to treat—but a closer look at the underlying causes could save your life.
This Woman’s Medical Nightmare Will Make You Think Twice About Essential Oil Diffusers
The itchy, swollen bumps on her face were becoming unbearable. The cause? An allergic reaction to the most unlikely household...
7 Reasons to Brew a Cup of Chamomile Tea Tonight
Whether you're suffering from tummy aches, indigestion or menstrual cramps, a cup of chamomile tea can often spell relief.
9 Things You Had No Idea Were Actually Covered in Fecal Matter
Everyone poops—but they should really wash their hands better afterward. Check out all the places where dangerous fecal bacteria may...
The New Golden Girls
Fed up with traditional retirement living, these Canadian seniors are joining forces to age in place.
Silent Signs of Liver Cancer You Shouldn’t Ignore
Although liver cancer is rare, your doctor might recommend regular screenings if you’re at high risk.
The “Other” Virus That’s Putting Those 50+ at Risk
One in three adults over 50 will develop shingles, a painful virus caused by varicella zoster. Here's what you need...
Healthy Eating Habits For Better Bowel Movements
Whether you're constipated or simply concerned about the health of your poops, start by making these simple adjustments to what...
Healthy Hair Secrets You’ll Wish You’d Known Sooner
A six-step plan for the lustrous locks of your dreams.
Partner’s Snoring Driving You Nuts? Here’s What You Need to Know
From identifying triggers to finding effective treatments, this snoring primer could help you achieve the deep, restful sleep of your...
Here’s Why Doctors Are Prescribing Placebo Pills
It may not be active medicine, but the so-called placebo effect can provide real relief.
These People Are Most at Risk For Gallstones
In 75 per cent of cases, gallstones don't cause any symptoms. However, if a troublesome case is left untreated, they...
20 Do-It-Yourself Fixes For Smelly Feet
Do people turn up their noses when you slip off your shoes? Beat smelly feet for good with these simple...
How Much Water Should You Drink to Stay Hydrated?
So, exactly how much water should you drink to stay hydrated? We've all heard the magic number of "eight...
10 Warning Signs of Heat Stroke
Heat stroke is sneaky and silent—and it can be fatal. Learning how to spot the signs of heat stroke (and...
Too Hot to Sleep? This Trick Sounds Crazy, But It Actually Cools You Down
It's certainly not the first thing you'd think to do in the middle of a heat wave...
10 Home Remedies For Poison Ivy You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner
These home remedies for poison ivy can help relieve itching and reduce the chance that the rash might spread to...
14 Things You Should Never Do at Home During Severe Weather
When severe weather strikes, don't make these dangerous mistakes.
This Is Exactly How Long You Need to Brush Your Teeth
You've been brushing your teeth since you were a small child. That kind of muscle memory means that you probably...
Everything You Need To Know About Hypertension—Including How It’s Diagnosed
Linked to strokes, heart attacks, aneurysms and more, here's what you need to know about hypertension, plus how to help...
How Asthma Became One of the Most Overdiagnosed Diseases in Canada
Wondering why your asthma medication isn't working? Perhaps it's because you're suffering from a different condition altogether.
Could the Answer to This Boy’s Mysterious Seizures Be in His Genes?
This six-year-old's sister was born with a rare disorder—and later died. When it was discovered that he had the same...
How to Stop Being Self-Centred (And Start Sharing the Spotlight)
An inflated sense of self-importance doesn’t make you a bad person, but it could be damaging your relationships.
How Fly Fishing With My Daughters Brings Us Together
Teaching my daughters how to fly fish was also a lesson in the way that everything in nature is connected.
How Ticks Became a Major Threat to Our Health
Some experts predict as many as 10,000 new cases of Lyme disease each year in the 2020s. Here's how one...
What Not to Say When Someone Comes Out as LGBTQ+ (And What to Say Instead)
When a loved one takes the brave step to come out to you as an LGBTQ+ individual, the way you...
