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Fitness trend: Dodgeball

Dodgeball isn't just a childhood recess game anymore. The sport has picked up in popularity, and organized teams can be...


8 embarrassing health conditions you should know more about

Don't ignore symptoms because you're embarrassed to seek help. Here are eight conditions that you may not want to talk...


News: Study suggests eating too much white rice may raise your diabetes risk

New research, published in the British Medical Journal, has found high-consumption of white rice to be associated with an increased


Can you get an infection from a neti pot?

If you regularly deal with sinus problems, you may have used a neti pot to flush out nasal congestion. But...


5 ways being overweight costs you money

Being overweight or obese may be taking a toll on your health, but it's also costing you money. Here's how...


7 ways to make your blog successful

Want to turn your passion for blogging into something more? Read on for advice from successful bloggers who have managed...


How four female bloggers turned their passion into cash

Meet four women who parlayed their blogging hobby into free stuff, career opportunities'and cold, hard cash


What it’s like to be a nurse these days

Nurses are often the first people you see whether at the doctor's office, or during a trip to the hospital....

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8 unique weight-loss vacations

Tired of lay-about vacations? Drop some weight, eat gourmet fare and take in a treatment or two with these alternative...


The vaccinations you may need as an adult

Vaccinations aren't just for kids. Sometimes adults need to boost their immunity too. Here's the grown-up scoop for preventative vaccination...


Oral health tips for your pet

Clean teeth are key to a pet's good health. Here's how to start your dog or cat on a daily...


DIY jewellery organizer

Get organized by tackling the small things first. This simple DIY jewellery organizer can help'and you can customize it to...


5 tips for staying healthy while travelling

Actress Erin Karpluk spends countless hours travelling for work. Here are her tips for being healthy on the road


Actress Erin Karpluk on diet, fitness and healthy living

Not only actress Erin Karpluk just as sweet as she seems on TV, she has a refreshing approach to healthy...


The newest ingredients in natural health products

Health Canada has approved new ingredients for natural health products. Here's what you need to know


Ranting in the New Year

Ever wonder why it's so hard to keep those resolutions you make each year? Writer Patricia Pearson shares some of...


How to help him lose weight

Does your guy need to lose weight? Weight-loss expert Dr. Yoni Freedhoff shares his tips to help your guy drop...

8 tips to lower your sodium intake

How much sodium are you consuming on a daily basis? If you're like the average Canadian it's probably twice as...


Are you consuming too much salt?

On average, Canadians consume about twice as much sodium as necessary, which could lead to high blood pressure. Here's how...


3 tips to help ease social anxiety

If crowds and social settings make you nervous, you're not alone. Try these strategies to help cope


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News: 15-pound baby boy born in China

Wow. A mother in China has given birth to a baby boy weighing 15.5 pounds! According to the the U.S.-based


How to get rid of warts

Here are the treatment options for getting rid of these unsightly skin growths. (And what causes warts, anyway?)


The best ways to wipe out germs at home

Avoid cold and flu season with these home cleaning strategies that can help keep germs at bay

3 DIY home cleaners

These homemade cleaning solutions may also be effective at washing away cold and flu viruses


Nanotechnology: A new treatment for breast cancer

Nanotechnology ' the use of extremely small particles (far smaller than the one above) ' has already resulted in numerous...


Secrets to a happy and healthy sex life

Stuck in a sex rut? Break free with these tips to get the passion flowing again (and keep it going...


The truth about estrogen and heart disease

Estrogen can only protect women for so long, and adopting healthy habits early is key to preventing heart disease


The checklist that could save your life

A new surgical checklist, developed by the World Health Organization, could be the key to a safe surgery. Find out...


How to choose a home blood pressure monitor

Finding the right home blood pressure monitor can be a hard task if you don't know what you're looking for....