8 secrets healthy people know
Do you wonder how some people manage to stay so fit and healthy? We let you in on the secrets...
Six foods to improve your dental health
It's possible to eat your way to a cleaner mouth. When you don't have a toothbrush handy, try these everyday...
5 foods that fight bad breath
There are many causes of bad breath'but did you know that certain foods can keep your mouth fresh? Try these...
6 things you should know about teeth grinding
Teeth grinding is the main sign of the condition bruxism. The painful symptoms of severe teeth gnashing and clenching include...
15 healthy things to do this summer’on the cheap
You don't need to break the bank to have fun and get fit. Here are 15 healthy things to do...
12 steps to your healthiest pregnancy
Preparing yourself for pregnancy is both physical and emotional. Reduce risk factors by following these 12 steps to your healthiest...
Can hookworms cure allergies?
Some chronic allergy sufferers are infecting themselves with hookworm parasites to treat their symptoms. Does this therapy have merit or...
Health tips from ‘SCTV’ alumna Andrea Martin
Making people laugh takes a lot of stamina. How does performer Andrea Martin keep her energy up? The comedy legend...
Secrets to fighting pregnancy fatigue
Fatigue is common throughout pregnancy, especially in the first trimester. These tips for eating, sleeping and exercise can help you...
How to treat gestational diabetes
Diabetes that develops in pregnancy, or "gestational diabetes." Learn if you're a risk, if you should be tested and how...
News: Osteoporosis Canada ups vitamin D recommendations
Taking a vitamin D supplement may seem like a no-brainer’research suggests that not having enough of this ‘sunshine vitamin’ may
Dealing with constipation during pregnancy
Improving your diet and exercise habits can help the symptoms and pain of constipation during pregnancy
5 ways to cope with contractions
Prepare for childbirth by knowing your options when it comes to managing contractions
Setting goals for success
Preparation for new health challenges begins with a positive mindset and setting goals for success. Here's how to get motivated...
10 reasons why you need more sleep
From dull skin to mood swings, too little shut-eye can seriously damage your health. Here are 10 reasons why you...
Reader tested: Bug repellents
Two Best Health readers dared to field-test a selection of popular bug repellents for us. Here's what they found
How to choose the best bug repellent
Not all bug sprays are created equal'but we've got your guide to what's in them and how they work. Here's...
6 summer safety tips you need to know
Whether you're camping or cottaging, accidents can happen when you least expect them. Prepare yourself for challenges with these summer...
“I switched to whole foods and lost 20 pounds.”
The stress of first-year university led Angela Liddon to put on 20 pounds. But through a focus on whole, real...
4 signs you’re brushing the wrong way
Did you know there's a wrong way to brush? Here are four signs you need to improve your technique
Top 10 causes of bad breath
Bad breath is embarrassing, unpleasant and all too common, but do you really know what's causing your bad breath?
Men’s heart health guide
Every seven minutes in Canada, someone dies from heart disease or stroke'but with a few simple lifestyle changes, you can...
Maternal health: 10 reasons you should care about the G8 Summit
What are the G8 world leaders really going to be talking about when they gather in Ontario this week? One...
Healthy soy recipes men will love
From warding off prostate cancer to lowering blood pressure, soy foods are a must for men. Looking to add more...
The goofiest health advice Dad ever gave you
Leave it to Dad to have a great sense of humour when it comes to sharing his wisdom. Here is...
4 ways to prevent motion sickness
Does travelling by air, land or water make you queasy? Here's how to prevent motion sickness
News: Sitting may be bad for your health
Not great news for us office workers: Sitting for long periods of time can have negative effects on your health,
5 ways to remember to take your vitamins
A daily vitamin fix is an important component of wellness and longevity. Make sure you don't miss out with these...
Are you making these brushing mistakes?
The top five errors you might be guilty of when brushing your teeth