Buy lip balm, help women in need
The Body Shop is well known for its history of campaigns to raise money for environmental and social causes. This
5 things you should know about your feet
Do you take good care of your feet? Footwear company Naot wants to know. Their mission is to provide women
An antiperspirant for the extra sweaty
If you think you’re extra sweaty, you’re not alone. According to a 2004 U.S. study by Unilever, one in five
Are bananas going extinct?
Bananas have been so ubiquitous and so popular for so long that it’s hard to imagine the kitchen without them.
Where do wrinkles come from?
It doesn’t hurt to be reminded in a straightforward manner where wrinkles come from. After all, one can easily get
Links roundup: July 18
Some of my favourite stories from around the web this week: From the Office Diet, tips on taking care of
Relief for email addicts
I just read on cbc.ca that some resorts in the Rockies are offering visitors "electronic rehab" packages where they take
Report from day 1 of my 10K training
As part of my effort to make running less boring—and get in better shape—I’ve signed up to run a 10K
Neighbourhood may affect your health
New research adds additional strength to the old real estate maxim: location, location, location. Researchers at the University of Michigan
Do medications to help you quit smoking really deliver?
A new study, led by Canadian researchers and published today in the Canadian Medical Association Journal, looked at whether seven
5 reasons I love smoothies
In the summer, when it’s hot out (which doesn’t seem to be a given this year!), I could live on
Make running less boring
I like to run—it’s a versatile, time-effective way to get some cardio in, and it makes me feel good—but with
3 musts for great-looking skin
There is absolutely no reason you can't have healthy, attractive skin throughout your life. Find out how with these essential...
Staying healthy while running in the heat
The one thing I miss about the cooler weather is being able to go for a run at any time
21 tricks for healthy skin
Follow these tips to keep your skin healthy and young
Links roundup: July 11
Some interesting stories around the web… From Weighting Line, a simple way to learn to eat healthier. From beautygeeks, an
In the news: public anorexia
There was an interesting article in yesterday’s Globe about Aimee Moore, an Ontario woman who has suffered from anorexia and
How keeping a food diary can help you lose weight
One barrier to weight loss is the extra calories that sneak in when you’re not looking—finishing the food on your
A smile a mom will love
An image of a smiling baby activates the reward centres of its mother’s brain—sounds like common sense. But research into
Fight cancer with these tasty and healthy broccoli recipes
Cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, kale and cabbage—so named because of the shape of their leaves—have been touted in many
Summer is here! Enjoy it with Best Health
Finally, there’s great summer weather right across Canada! From Nanaimo to Moose Jaw, Sherbrooke to Charlottetown, barbecues are being fired
Links roundup: July 4
Some health-related stories from around the web: From the Globe and Mail: Britain’s National Health Service turns 60 this year—what
Adding up liquid calories
With Canada Day behind us, it’s safe to say that the summer season is in full swing. And opportunities for
Foods that fight cancer
A recent study from the British Journal of Cancer provides more evidence that following certain dietary principles—the traditional Mediterranean diet,
Safe sex after 45
Education on sexual health and safe sex is typically aimed at young adults, whether in high school or university. But
What to do with strawberries
It’s finally strawberry season, which means that locally grown berries are now available in farmers’ markets (and in your own
Regaining your pre-pregnancy shape
A good diet, relaxation and gentle exercise will help your body to readjust to your post-pregnancy state and undo some...
Health news roundup: June 27
More health-related news from around the web: From the Globe and Mail, two soon-to-be-published long-term studies show that running could
Have some healthy pizza for dinner tonight
Pizza is hardly known as a health food, usually due to high levels of fat (cheese), refined carbs (that white