Health

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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7 Secrets to a Healthy, Long-Lasting Relationship

Invest in your relationship, and the good stuff—fun, sex, trust, affection—will be better than ever.


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Early Signs of Parkinson’s Disease You Might Be Ignoring

Tremors aren't the only symptom of this debilitating condition that affects 100,000 Canadians.


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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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Are the People Around You Losing Their Hearing, Or Could *You* Be Losing Your Voice?

Learn how to spot the signs of strained vocal cords and other vocal cord disorders.


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10 Home Remedies Backed by Science

No need to make a trip to the pharmacy—you'll find relief from these common ailments right under your roof.


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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What Your Nails Can Reveal About Your Health

What can the condition of your nails tell you about your overall health? Lots, as it turns out! Here's what...


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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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9 Health Clues Hiding Right on Your Tongue

See something funky in the mirror? Don’t worry, it’s most likely not a strange tongue disease. It could, however, signal...


I Tried Chair Yoga—Here’s What It Was Like

Could this popular senior fitness trend benefit desk-bound workers like me?


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Cancer Symptoms You Should Never Ignore

Cancer isn’t always the cause of these symptoms, but if they persist, getting checked out could save your life.


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Silent Signs of Stress You Might Be Ignoring

Suffering from headaches? Sudden weight gain? These strange, seemingly unconnected symptoms could actually be responses to stress.


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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Living Through Loss: Strategies for Coping With the Death of a Loved One

The feelings of loss that follow the death of a loved one can at times seem unbearable. Although there's no...


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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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The Funniest Wedding Jokes of All Time

Whether you're the best man, maid of honour, or master of ceremonies, it never hurts to kick off your wedding...


Still Using a Plastic Toothbrush? Try This Low-Waste Alternative Instead

Ready to green-up your grooming routine? Swap out your old standbys with these eco-friendly alternatives.

7 Household Items That Are Fitness Equipment in Disguise

Let’s be honest: between the clothes, gadgets and gym membership, working out can get seriously expensive. Luckily, you don’t really...


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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.


Doctors Were Baffled by the Black Spot on This 65-Year-Old’s Lung Scan

Could it somehow be the source of his flu-like symptoms and heart palpitations?



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This Condition Increases Your Risk For Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease—And 30% of Us Have It

Find out what a diagnosis of metabolic syndrome entails, who's most at risk, and how it can be treated.


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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10 Surprising Conditions Your Hands Might Predict

From finger length to grip strength, our hands can indicate risk factors for a number of surprising conditions.


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Silent Signs of Anemia You Might Be Ignoring

If you’re constantly feeling run-down, it might be time to boost your intake of iron and vitamin B12.