Health

Here’s where you’ll gain insight into the Canadian healthcare system and find answers to the questions you’ve always wondered about. Learn the signs of a stroke, why mammograms should happen before the age of 50 and if IV vitamin therapy is actually beneficial.

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How to Survive Allergy Season in Canada

Environmental allergies are dependent upon the environment. Here, an expert reveals how to survive the season.


9 Foods That’ll Lower Your Cholesterol Naturally

Eat foods that are known to lower LDL (bad) cholesterol or increase HDL (good) cholesterol, like high-fibre, plant-based foods.


7 Silent Signs You Could Have Endometriosis

Painful periods are a common symptom of endometriosis, but it's not the only one. Doctors weigh in on other signs...


Hayley Wickenheiser’s Message to Canadians From the Front Line

The hockey icon and med student wrote an impassioned post on Instagram about the danger of 'pandemic fatigue' after spending...


This Resort in B.C. Is Mixing First Nations Heritage with R&R

Cranbrook has taken repurposing to the next level, and tourists are reaping the benefits. Here’s why you should add it...


7 Strange Body Facts You’ve Always Wondered About

Science does have some answers to some of your most pressing questions about the human body.


What Really Happens to Your Body When You Go Under Anesthesia

Going under anesthesia can be scary. We asked experts to demystify what happens before and after you're asked to count...


‘I Knew Something Was Wrong, But Neurologists Were Telling Me I Was Fine’

Since being diagnosed with epilepsy, Emily Borghard has learned not only how to live with the condition, but thrive. Getting...

The Healthiest Foods to Eat in Every Decade of Your Life

Here's what to eat in your 20s, 30s, 40s, and beyond to stay healthy and fit—plus, which foods to avoid...


7 Surprising Health Benefits of Coffee

Experts discuss the many health benefits of drinking coffee, from reducing inflammation to enhancing focus.


7 Supplements Heart Doctors Take Every Day

Your diet delivers a lot of nutrients, but sometimes your heart needs a bit more. Here, heart experts share the...


How to Sweat Less This Summer

Here's how to keep your cool, stay dry, and avoid sweat stains—even when it's hot outside.


“eTalk” Host Chloe Wilde Talks Sunscreen, Fasting and Working Out in Quarantine

When Chloe Wilde isn't reporting on eTalk, she's working on her health game — so much so that she now...


13 Great Canadian Golf Courses Under $100

These hidden gems—one from each Canadian province—aren’t fancy or famous, but they’re all excellent options and you can play them...


The “Other” Virus That’s Putting Those 50+ at Risk

One in three adults over 50 will develop shingles, a painful virus caused by varicella zoster. Here's what you need...


10 Unexpected Things That Can Cause Dehydration

Nutrition experts reveal the unexpected situations that cause dehydration, from gardening to drinking a lot of coffee before exercise.


Prediabetes: What It Is and How You Can Still Prevent Diabetes

No one wants to hear that diagnosis. But, it doesn't necessarily mean diabetes is in your future. Here's how you...

The 10 Best Hikes in Canada

Lace up your hiking boots and get reacquainted with the greatest outdoors Canada has to offer.


12 Signs You Could Have Early-Onset Alzheimer’s Disease

Early-onset Alzheimer's disease starts before age 65. Here, doctors reveal the telltale signs to watch for.


How to Overcome Stinky Feet

It requires a strategic plan of attack—and lots of socks!


3 Ways to Pump Up Your Cardiovascular Health

Covid-19 has served as a good reminder about the impor­tance of prioritizing your heart health, since data have shown that...


12 Pieces of Health Advice that Makes No Sense

Here's the age-old advice that you should ditch—and the tips that you should follow instead for optimal health.


8 Surprising Facts About Skin Cancer

Dermatologist tips that can save your skin and your life

Why You’re Bloated Right Now and How to Beat It

With all the craziness of recent months, you may have found yourself bloated and puffy. Here's why stress can really...


12 Things Dentists Never Put in Their Mouth

Dentists know all about good oral hygiene, but taking care of your teeth is more than just brushing and...


Why It’s Important to Know What BIPOC Stands For

Suddenly seeing this term a lot in your social media feeds or the news? Here's what it means and why...


The Easiest Way to Boost Your Well-Being This Summer

Drink water. That's it, my friends: Water is basically the most important thing for our health. Here's why it's even...


15 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Do with Baby Shampoo

This gentle parenting favourite has lots of uses in and out of the tub. From cleaning your eyelids to washing...


3 Women Share the Swaps They’re Making to Let More Joy Into Their Lives

When your negativity, unproductive nighttime habits, and social media addiction are holding you back, what do you do? You switch...