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.

Are you at risk for gum disease?

Periodontal disease can wreck more than your smile. Here's how to stop this common condition before it starts


7 things that can ruin your teeth

Do you take good care of your teeth? Don't let your good oral hygiene go to waste by making one...


Which supplement is right for you?

There are so many new options in supplements. Here are some of the latest


The latest breakthroughs in oral health

Science is making some pretty cool oral-health advances. Here's the latest


6 ways to quiet your mind for better sleep

Can't sleep? Here are six ways to turn off those noisy thoughts from the book Goodnight Mind


An Olympic sprinter’s advice for protecting your knees

Olympic sprinter Bruny Surin combines a healthy diet and low impact exercise to manage the pain from the osteoarthritis in...


The latest news on ovarian cancer research

Here's an update on what you can do to prevent this 'silent killer'


Why sleep helps you lose weight

Not getting enough sleep can lead to energy imbalance and weight gain. Here's why it's so important for weight loss,...

6 unusual ways to clean your teeth

Forgot to pack your toothbrush? Save your smile with these six simple teeth-cleaning secrets


Have You Been Vaccinated Against These Diseases?

In light of the current measles outbreak and the increase in anti-vax mentalities, we're rounding up some diseases that have...


News: Skipping breakfast could harm your heart

You’ve probably heard the saying “breakfast is the most important meal of the day,” but a new study sheds light


4 foods to help you sleep

Eat to beat insomnia and finally get a good night's sleep


Healthy Canada: Vancouver

From hiking trails and water activities to local fare and plenty of activewear shopping options, here's how to stay fit...


How to treat insect bites and stings

Whether they fly, hop or crawl, bugs that bite and sting can kill a warm-weather buzz. Here's how to treat...


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The best time of day to take your medication

Taking your pills at the right time of day can make a huge difference in how well they work. An...


Canada’s best urban harvest programs

Learn more about programs across Canada that make use of wasted tree fruit in our parks and yards


The best ways to prevent and treat a sunburn

Whether you stayed out in the sun too long, or forgot to reapply your sunscreen, these remedies will soothe your...

Sportswear options for Canadian-Muslim women

From sports headscarves to full-length swimsuits, there are now more options on the market for Canadian-Muslim women looking for sportswear


5 ways to make your commute healthier

Spend your mornings stuck in traffic or sitting on packed public transit? Here's how to use your travel time to...


Secrets to living a longer, healthier life

What's the secret to staying young? Here's what research is suggesting


Breaking barriers: Canadian-Muslim women and fitness

The barriers that have kept some Muslim women from participating in organized sports are finally crumbling in Canada


News: Can oral sex cause throat cancer?

Image: Getty Michael Douglas made the news this weekend for blaming his throat cancer on oral sex (likely embarrassing his


How Canadians are living longer

Research is showing that you can slow down'and maybe even reverse'the aging process. Here's how

6 strategies for battling insomnia

If you lay awake each night willing yourself to fall asleep, try these tips to beat your insomnia


Celeb health: Katy Perry takes A LOT of vitamins

If you’re religious about popping your vitamins every morning, you’ll appreciate Katy Perry’s intense vitamin regimen. The singer recently tweeted


Lifestyle changes to make if you’re lactose intolerant

Being lactose intolerant doesn't mean you have to be constantly uncomfortable. Reduce your symptoms (while increasing your nutrient intake) with...


News: Can marijuana treat the symptoms of Crohn’s Disease?

A new study, published in the journal Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology, suggests that cannabis could help relieve symptoms of Crohn’s


10 ways life’s better when you’re fit

We know exercise will help us live longer, be happier and sleep better. But sometimes the other little everyday bonuses...


7 foods celiacs love

If you have celiac disease or gluten intolerance, you'll love these versatile foods