Will barefoot running shoes really strengthen your feet?
Pictured: Vibram FiveFingers Women’s Bikila LS running shoe Vibram recently agreed to settle a lawsuit over claims about its FiveFingers
A thank you to our nurses
National Nursing Week kicks off today with International Nurses Day. May 12 is also the birthday of Florence Nightingale. The
An easy way to look 10 pounds thinner
Just like the food you put in your body, the clothes you put on your body can also add pounds....
Socks with sandals? Go for it!
This Spring, fashion trendsetters are breaking the 'no socks with sandals' rule. Would you dare? Here are some tricks to...
Silken Laumann’s tips for raising healthy kids
Silken Laumann is probably best know for her remarkable comeback from a brutal leg injury to win a bronze medal
Our beauty editor’s spring product picks
Spring is the perfect time to refresh your beauty products. Give these five a try
12 hot new shoes for spring
Comfort is never out of style. And the freshest crop of footwear will put a spring in your step. Flat...
What to expect from a UV skin-scanning facial
The newest technology in facials is a camera that sees below the surface. It tells you what's going to show...
Meatless Monday: Mexican Avocado Boats
It’s Cinco de Mayo! Celebrate with this Mexican-inspired Meatless Monday recipe, courtesy of Vega. Ingredients (serves two)‘ 1 ripe avocado‘
10 green beauty products we love for spring
Get glowing for spring with these lovely natural beauty products that are perfect for warmer weather
Leaves of Trees flagship store opens in Toronto
A look inside the Leaves of Trees flagship store.
‘It works for me!’ – Stephanie Joanne
Growing up in Europe, personal trainer and fitness expert Stephanie Joanne spent her days playing sports with her brother and
Find the facial oil best for you
Deep-penetrating facial oils are becoming more popular. Here's how to incorporate a few drops into your routine
News: What your Google search history says about your health
Do you start each Monday with a renewed sense of optimism about how healthy you’ll be during the week? According
5 products to help prevent sun damage
Keep your skin protected from the sun's harsh rays with these preventative products
Beauty Bites: St. Tropez
Want to get your glow on? Learn a little bit more about the beauty brand you're most likely to reach...
Meatless Monday: Vegan Cauliflower BBQ Wings
It’s officially my last week of work here at Best Health (and my last Meatless Monday post) before my mat
Earth Day: 4 eco-friendly product picks
As we reported in our March/April 2014 issue, news about the environment isn’t all bad. In fact, there are 7
News: The activity that can give you younger skin
If you want young, radiant-looking skin, it’s time to lace up your running shoes and tune up your bike. A
5 charity fitness events that don’t involve running
You don't need to be a runner to participate in a charity fundraising challenge. These five events will get you...
5 lip glosses for spring
Bring a little brightness to your lips for spring with one of the latest glosses
News: Want to be happy? Become an extrovert.
With all the research on happiness (and there’s a lot) you would think it’s a complicated state to achieve. There
Event: GlutenFreedom Week launches in Toronto
This May, expect Toronto restaurants to offer more gluten-free options’for a week at least. From May 25-31, GlutenFreedom Week will
Fitness: Do yoga in a museum this summer
Pictured: Yogis at the Grand Palais in Paris during the 2013 Lolë White Tour. I’ve seen yoga done in some
Get up! Why you need to start moving during the day
This week is Sneak It In Week – a campaign from ParticipACTION, a non-profit organization that is fighting against inactivity
Mental illness: University of Alberta students work to break the stigma
As Clara Hughes rolls into Saint John, New Brunswick today to talk about the stigma of mental illness, students in
Healthy-Hair Breakfast Recipe: Soaked Oatmeal To Go
I recently spoke to registered holistic nutritionist Ciara Foy about the importance of nutrition for healthy hair, skin and nails.
Canadian celebs spill their best beauty secrets
We asked four Canadian celebrities for the beauty essentials that keep them looking fabulous
News: Boost your brain power with green tea
Want to give your brain a boost (and improve your memory)? It could be as simple as upping your intake