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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
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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
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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....
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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...
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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
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Our beauty editor’s spring product picks
Spring is the perfect time to refresh your beauty products. Give these five a try
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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...
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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...
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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‘
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10 green beauty products we love for spring
Get glowing for spring with these lovely natural beauty products that are perfect for warmer weather
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Leaves of Trees flagship store opens in Toronto
A look inside the Leaves of Trees flagship store.
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‘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
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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
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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
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5 products to help prevent sun damage
Keep your skin protected from the sun's harsh rays with these preventative products
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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...
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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
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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
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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
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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...
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5 lip glosses for spring
Bring a little brightness to your lips for spring with one of the latest glosses
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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Canadian celebs spill their best beauty secrets
We asked four Canadian celebrities for the beauty essentials that keep them looking fabulous
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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