Nutrition

Wondering what’s the healthiest sugar to eat? The health benefits of spicy foods? If drinking your greens is actually as healthy as eating them? We’ve got answers to all these questions—and so much more.

5 foods that fuel women’s health

These five power foods are extra important for women. Try and add these to you meals to help you feel...


The health benefits of grapefruit, plus our best recipes

Grapefruits work wonders on everything from aging skin to a bad mood. Here's more on their benefits, plus our best...


Hydration: Spring’s coolest water bottles

It's no secret that hydration is key to glowing, healthy skin. But so few of us are getting enough. These...


Farm-fresh foods you’ll love

With the arrival of spring, it's time to retire the roasts and heavy casseroles in favour of lighter meals and...


5 tips that will change how you shop at the grocery store

We recently caught up with Nanci Guest, a Toronto-based registered dietitian and CLIF Bar ambassador for a one-on-one grocery store...


Spring’s best new health books

Living healthy is easier with the help of these handy guides and cookbooks


3 delicious citrus-inspired recipes

Citrus fruits are probably my favourite winter fruit. They’re full of antioxidants and vitamins (one Navel orange provides 100 percent


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Nutrition: The Health Benefits of Citrus Peels

Aileen Brabazon, a certified holistic nutritionist, explains the great health benefits of citrus peels.

The new superfoods: What to eat in 2015

Over the last year, we've been touting the benefits of superfoods like chia seeds, kale and quinoa. In 2015 we'll...


Transforming Canada’s Food Guide: What’s missing?

In the aim to provide a full diet, what does Canada’s Food Guide leave out? Take a look at Canada’s


Canada’s latest healthy eating initiative

Craig and Marc Keilburger, Jamie Oliver and Marc Poulin celebrating their new healthy-eating initiative. Image: Rob Poulton By Bonnie Munday


Not a fan of juicing? Try ‘souping’

Juicing isn’t for everyone. It can be a good way to reset your body and get back on track with


8 eating habits that can aggravate anxiety

Feeling anxious? Maybe your diet is partially to blame. Certain foods are believed to increase anxiety leaving you feeling buzzed,...


8 ways to eat healthy on a budget

Eating healthy on a tight budget takes creativity and planning, but it can be done. These recommendations will not only...


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Summer salad makeover: 3 delicious recipes

Potatoes, cabbage and spinach are all gut-friendly foods. So we asked Best Health guest columnist Joy McCarthy to incorporate them...


7 healthy ways to eat strawberries

Strawberries are good for much more than a sweet snack and fantastic jam. Here are seven new ways to enjoy...


New reasons to love strawberry season

Nothing beats the aroma of freshly picked strawberries. And it's no wonder they smell so divine: Did you know the...

Move over quinoa! Kañiwa is the next big thing

This tiny, versatile seed packs more protein than quinoa. Here's how to enjoy kañiwa


10 delicious dishes for a happy belly

Do you get an upset stomach after some meals? Here are 10 delicious dishes with known belly-friendly ingredients to keep...


Paul Finkelstein’s healthy Mexican-inspired menu

Fresh-food chef Paul Finkelstein took his family to Mexico and came back inspired to create these takes on his vacation...


Our favourite sandwiches, plus what makes them healthy

Yes, nutritious and delicious can live together under the same bread roof. Presenting a few of our personal favourites


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5 new healthy foods to replace your old favourites

Registered dietitian Matthew Kadey gives us five new takes on great food


The truth about good fats and bad fats

Registered dietitian Sue Mah unravels the confusing subject of fat

6 health benefits of eating protein

Think you should be tucking into more protein - but not sure why? Here's the latest on protein and its...


Coming soon to a restaurant near you…

Worried about making nutritious choices when dining out? New restaurant guidelines can help you make more informed choices


5 healthy ways to eat coconut

Coconuts are all the rage - and for good reason. Here are some healthy and creative ways to cook with...


The health benefits of coconut

Whether in the form of a hydrating beverage, a healthy oil or flavourful flakes, coconut is more popular than ever....


3 healthy, family-friendly recipes

Fresh-food chef Paul Finkelstein shares healthy, easy recipes that will have the kids running to the table when you say,...


Should you eat like an Olympian?

Registered dietitian Sue Mah weighs in on the typical diet of an Olympic athlete