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Our best recipes to lower cholesterol
Even if you're lean and healthy, high cholesterol could put you at risk for heart disease and stroke. These recipes...
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6 new and surprising findings about cholesterol
These latest findings could change the way we look at cholesterol
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The worst fats for high cholesterol
These fats increase the risk for heart disease, and that's only the beginning. Here's more on why saturated and trans...
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10 signs you’re at risk for osteoporosis
Women are already at a higher risk for osteoporosis, but these other factors can increase chances of bone loss
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Do you need to go gluten-free?
Holistic nutritionist Joy McCarthy on the benefits of a gluten-free diet, and if it's right for you
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How a doctor prevents colds and flu
Keep your immune system in top shape and protect yourself against colds and flu with these tips
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Myths and truths about cholesterol and your health
Here are some common misconceptions about cholesterol and the truth behind them
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Are Canadians addicted to caffeine?
Caffeine is adored by many Canadians. Find out if too much could harm your health, and whether or not it's...
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5 autoimmune diseases affecting Canadians
Approximately two million Canadians are affected by autoimmune diseases. Find out more about these diseases and know whether or not...
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Breast Thermography: A new way to detect breast cancer
This non-invasive breast assessment could be the next big thing in breast-cancer detection
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Will meditation work for you?
Can meditation really make you feel calmer and lighter? Writer Patricia Pearson finds out
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5 health conditions men need to know about
Get to know these conditions that are much more likely to affect men than women
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How breast density affects your risk for cancer
If you have 'dense breasts,' tumour detection can be difficult. Here's what you need to know to protect yourself from...
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6 myths about lower back pain, busted
Leading experts weigh in on the myths about lower back pain, what's really going on and the best approaches to...
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Support for women with breast cancer
A breast cancer diagnosis is scary and confusing, but Willow Breast Cancer Support can help
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Can soy actually protect against breast cancer?
A new study shows a surprising link between soy and a reduced risk of breast cancer
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‘I healed my relationship with food’
How a chef and food writer learned to feel good about eating again
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5 surprising facts about arthritis
Take action against arthritis by making yourself aware of the facts
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The best remedies for constipation
Feeling backed up? Find out which constipation treatment would work best for you
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Weird and hilarious health products
Check out these wacky wellness products that are more hilarious than healthy
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5 food swaps to lower cholesterol
Cut your total intake of saturated fat by 20 grams by making these simple food swaps to lower your cholesterol
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4 fatty foods that are good for cholesterol
Not all fat is bad for you. These four types of fatty foods actually help lower your bad cholesterol levels...
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5 ways having a pet makes you healthier
From reducing stress to helping detect cancer, find out more about the ways your furry friend helps improve your health
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What kind of headache do you have?
The first step towards finding relief is to determine what type of headache or migraine you have. Here's how to...
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5 ways to make more time for your health
Try these tips to make more time for fitness and nutrition and make your health a priority
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The worst celeb health habits
We may envy their good looks, fame and fortune, but that doesn't mean we should take health advice from celebs'especially...
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Why You Should Care About Tooth Enamel
The latest news in oral care is about enamel protection. What's all the buzz about?
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News: Is this the secret to staying disease-free for life?
Can chronic diseases like heart problems, diabetes, stroke, cancer and Alzheimer’s all be prevented with one simple solution? According to
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Does Disease Run in Your Family?
Find out your family's genealogy to help prevent and treat disease