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Discover the latest health news, along with practical tips on how to adopt a healthy lifestyle by improving your diet and moving more. From proven home remedies to advice on managing and preventing chronic health conditions, we’ll keep you looking and feeling your best.

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Coronavirus and Super-Spreaders: What You Need to Know

Learn the basics of the current coronavirus outbreak—and the best way to protect yourself.


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Aphrodisiacs: The 20+ Best Foods to Boost Your Sex Life

Need a bit of a boost in the bedroom? Try adding these aphrodisiac foods to your daily diet: Whether they're...


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...


8 Chest Pains You Might Mistake for a Heart Attack

Chest pains can be scary—and you should call 911 if you think you're having a heart attack—but there are many...


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.


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...


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...


13 Thyroid Facts Everyone Should Know

Your thyroid controls your heart rate, your respiration, major organs and your metabolism. That's why no one should take this...

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...


Milk Intolerant? Lactose Might Not Be the Problem

Those who get tummy problems from milk usually write it off to lactose intolerance, but could A1 protein be the...


Natural Cold Remedies: What Works, What Doesn’t

The physicians of the TV show The Doctors explain the best (and worst) ways to fight your cold naturally.


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...


7 Types of Leg Pain (and When to Take Them Seriously)

That leg pain may indicate you just need rest—or you may have a more serious problem.


10 Gingivitis Home Remedies That Actually Work

According to the Canadian Dental Association, seven out of 10 Canadians will develop gum disease at some time in their...


13 Holiday Foods That Aren’t Worth the Calories

'Tis the season to eat, drink, and be merry. If you're watching your waistline, however, you might want to steer...


13 Effective Tinnitus Cures to Try If You Have Ringing in Your Ears

Don’t believe what you hear—you don’t need to learn to deal with that maddening noise in your ears forever. Here...


30+ Ways to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain

The holiday season means friends, family, parties—and lots of unhealthy food. These expert tips will help you avoid holiday weight...

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...


15 Alzheimer’s Breakthroughs That Give Hope for the Future

It's an exciting time for Alzheimer's disease research, with new studies, treatments and answers on the horizon. Here’s what scientists...


Doctors Thought This Naval Officer’s Swollen Toe Was Gout—Then His Achilles Tendon Tore While ...

Were these mystifying injuries related to gout, or something else entirely?


30 Everyday Mistakes That Raise Your Risk of Catching a Cold

No one wants to get sick, but somehow we always do. Here's what you could be doing better to stave...


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...


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...

11 Halitosis Remedies to Help You Get Rid of Bad Breath

No matter what the cause is, bad breath and halitosis can be treated from home using natural remedies.


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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...


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...


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...


This Is What An Epileptic Seizure Really Looks Like

Would you be able to recognize an epileptic seizure? From grand mal seizures to lesser-known versions, here are the telltale...


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...