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.

10 Early Signs of Alzheimer’s Every Adult Should Know

If you or a loved one experiences these subtle but possibly serious Alzheimer’s symptoms, talk to a doctor.


18 Contact Lens Mistakes That Could Ruin Your Eyes

Three in 10 Canadians between the ages of 18 and 55 wear contact lenses and no wonder: They allow you...


Do Hair Dyes and Straighteners Cause Breast Cancer?

Some studies have suggested that hair straighteners or hair dye is linked to breast cancer risk, but others have not...


14 Ways to Lower Triglycerides Naturally

Are your triglyceride levels elevated? Here's how to bring that number down yourself.


8 Reasons Quebec is the Ultimate Winter Destination

Heading south to escape winter? You're missing out on some of the best adventure Canada has to offer. Here's why...


The 10 Best Foods to Eat When You’re Sick, Based on Your Symptoms

When you have a headache, nausea, sore throat, or other everyday illnesses, eating certain foods can help you feel better. 


30 Amazing Facts About Your Brain That Will Blow Your Mind

The brain is one of the most astonishing and intricate parts of the human body. Here are some strangely interesting...


36 Secrets Your Pharmacist Isn’t Telling You

Learn how to avoid mistakes, improve your health, save money, and get the most out of your visit to the...

9 Foods That Can Make Constipation Worse

Eating a healthy diet can go a long way in terms of maintaining healthy bowel movements—and the wrong foods can...


9 New Ways to Help Prevent and Treat Birth Defects

Today, innovative technologies and procedures are saving babies' lives.


Woke Up With a Stiff Neck? Here’s What to Do Next

That stiff neck feeling is a literal pain in the neck. But luckily there are lots of ways to ease...


8 Things I Wish I’d Known Before Getting a Breast Reduction

I had the procedure in high school and I don't regret it, but looking back, there are a handful of...


This Hawaiian Destination Is a Self-Care Haven

Great beaches, hiking and spas make Waikiki perfect for prioritizing self-care, as our editor-in-chief, Beth Thompson, recently discovered.


What Causes Vertigo? 15 Things Doctors Wish You Knew

The spinning, dizzying loss of balance which earmarks vertigo can come without warning. Here's what medical experts wished you knew.


7 Essentials You Didn’t Think of Packing for a Healthy Weekend Getaway

A road trip or weekend excursion can be healthy and stress-free if you pack the right things. Here's what you...


Health Benefits of Hugging, Backed By Science

Hugs are more than just a friendly greeting—they can be a surprisingly powerful health booster.


12 Underrated Destinations to Add to Your 2020 Travel Bucket List

Have yet to travel to the Arctic or an Instagrammable Caribbean hotspot? Here are the top travel destinations of 2020.

Grand Cayman: The Ideal Wellness Escape from Winter in Canada

From Insta-worthy beaches, local cuisine to underwater adventures, this Caribbean hotspot has everything you need for the perfect tropical getaway.


This Is How You Should Be Cleaning Your Ears—No Q-Tips Required

Try this simple trick for cleaning out your ears without causing any damage.


To Shut Down Your Next Cold, Eat Some Southeast Asian Food

When you're feeling congested, a steaming hot bowl of Thai curry or some delicious Indian vindaloo might just help you...


How Much Turmeric You Need to Reduce Inflammation

The spice is powerful, but it's not a cure-all.


Dry January: What Doctors Need You to Know

Quitting alcohol—even for just a month—can help you examine your relationship with alcohol, and may have some physical and mental...


I Tried Dry January—and It Saved My Life

Every year people participate in Dry January, a challenge to completely abstain from alcohol for a month, both as a...

I Tried the Lotion Everyone Claims Cures Insomnia—Here’s What Happened

The latest viral sensation for sleep-lovers is a pale purple, sweet-scented skin cream called Sleepy, brought to you by Lush....


Should You Take Zinc for a Cold?

Here's what you need to know about using zinc to soothe your sniffles.


44 Secrets Your Surgeon Won’t Tell You

Surgeons have our lives in their hands, but most of us know more about the people who cut our hair...


Why a Low Residue Diet Could Help With Crohn’s, Colitis, and Other GI Problems

If you have gastrointestinal problems, you may need to give your bowel a break to help alleviate symptoms. Here’s how...


The Best Health Resolutions For Every Month Of The Year

Seeking more energy, better commitment to fitness and smarter eating habits this year? These mini health resolutions are for you.


What Happens to Your Body When You Crack Your Back

The occasional "crack" of your back is fine, but doing it all the time, on purpose, may not be such...