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Canada’s Laughologist teaches us how to laugh
When you make eye contact with a stranger on the street, do you smile, or quickly put your head down,
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Head for the hills’and trails’with the kids
With warmer temps looming so close you can almost taste it, Canadians will soon be spending more time outside. Author
Events: One of a Kind Show
Shopping can be a good exercise. Take the One of a Kind Show, an artisan show happening in Toronto March
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News: Love hurts’physically
If you have ever been in a relationship or been the victim of unrequited affection, you know that, as the
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I tried it: Ugi at Home
At seven o’clock this morning, I was standing in the living room of my apartment, holding what can only be
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Meatless Monday: The Most Delicious Eggplant Dish Ever
This fish dish sits on eggplant (that’s been done two ways), and is crowned by fennel and orange salad. Wow.
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Nutrition: Walnuts rated top heart-healthy nut
Most of us already know that tree nuts provide lots of protein, vitamins and healthy fats for our diet. Now,
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News: Runner tackles LA Marathon, achieves personal best after McDonald’s-only diet
One of my goals for 2011 has been to get more serious about running. I’ve got two 5ks under my
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Events: A skincare brand’s birthday, running in Montreal and relaxing in Saskatoon
Here are some events happening over the next few days. You’ll get some free skin care advice (and products, too!),
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I tried it: Jukari Fit to Fly
Here I am, flying through the air with (not-so-much )the greatest of ease at the newest fitness class to hit
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News: Understanding Elizabeth Taylor’s disease
Forget the celebutants, the Brangelinas and the reality stars’Liz Taylor had them all beat for glamour, scandal and talent. On
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News: Overweight people really are "big boned"
The science geek in me is always intrigued when I come across a documentary where investigators are able to crack
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News: March 22 is World Water Day
Think about how much water you use in an average day. You wake up, use the washroom, take a shower,
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News: Why people read magazines that make them feel bad
Confession: I am a magazine addict. There’s nothing I love quite so much as cracking open a brand new glossy
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Debate: Could searching for happiness be bad for your health?
What makes you happy? It’s question we are often asked and something for which we spend our lives searching. We
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News: What are the health risks of exposure to nuclear radiation?
All eyes are nervously on Japan today as the crisis at the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant unfolds. As of Tuesday
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Meatless Monday: Coronation Chick Peas
I know, I know, it doesn’t necessarily LOOK that appetizing, but this served-hot, vegetarian take on Coronation Chicken tastes excellent.
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News: Is the Body Mass Index flawed?
When’s the last time you calculated your body mass index (BMI)? Do you fret over your BMI rating as much
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Fit Mom: 7 tips for meal planning on a budget
In an effort to save money many families are choosing to stay in for dinner, and eat out only occasionally.
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News: Earthquake survivors suffer psychological wounds
I’ve been distracted all morning by reading the horrifying reports about today’s earthquake in Japan. Many of you have probably
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Events: Drop your green beer and run
St. Paddy’s Day has turned over a new leaf. Puns aside’while the day is more associated with drinking green lager
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How to accept a compliment
Giving and receiving kind words often isn't as easy as it should be, but here's how to do it graciously
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7 beauty secrets from around the world
Want to shake up your beauty routine? Try these secrets from around the world to look your best
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Trend Alert: Would you pay to take a nap in public?
When was the last time you felt so exhausted at work that no amount of caffeine and sugar seems to
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Women with cancer get online support
Canadian women with cancer’and those who care about them’can now go to a new online resource designed so they can
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Beauty tips: Make your eye makeup last longer
Recently I was asked by a Best Health reader how to make eye makeup, especially eyeshadow, last longer. Here are
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Meatless Monday: Quinoa with Red Peppers, Etc. (15 minute recipe!)
This meal is genius on a weekday if you are looking to save time and eat healthy. Serve it with
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Nutrition: Get checked for your risk of diabetes
It’s your weekly trip to the grocery store: Time to pick up what’s on your shopping list, and find out
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News: Is the environment making you infertile?
Could chemicals in our environment have an impact on male cancer rates and sperm quality? It would seem so, according