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Fitness trend: Tae kwon do
Fans of tae kwon do find it benefits both physical and mental health
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6 ways to help your kid avoid the flu
Kids are often in the line of fire when cold and flu season hits. Here's how you can help protect...
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5 health risks of shift work
Sleep problems aren't the only health concerns associated with working overnight and shift work. Here's how irregular work hours may...
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How to make fitness a priority
Having trouble fitting exercise into your busy life? Try these four tricks to make fitness a priority and stay on...
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5 ways to get fitter in 5 minutes
Finding ways to get fitter doesn't have to come down to spending more time working out. Sometimes all it takes...
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5 healthy stocking stuffers
Still in need of holiday gift ideas? Finish off your shopping list with a few of these healthy gift options'all...
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How to stress less during the holidays
The holidays are a busy time and the pressure's on for everything to be perfect. Here's how to handle the...
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7 holiday health hazards (and how to avoid them!)
The holidays should be a time of merriment, not worry. Ensure peace of mind with our expert-approved tips for avoiding...
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DIY gift wrapping
There are so many wonderful things about the holidays, but the waste 'that comes with gift wrapping isn't one of...
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10 healthy holiday gift ideas under $25
This year give the gift of good health with these affordable and fun fitness-friendly gift ideas
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Is he a compulsive shopper?
Women are usually the ones who get a bad rap for shopping too much. But men can be just as...
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Fitness trend: Bellyfit dance class
Two Victoria friends stay in shape and in touch through Bellyfit dance classes
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8 ways to stress-proof your holidays
The holidays can fritz out even the most levelheaded among us. Here are eight coping strategies that can help cut...
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3 homemade cough remedies
When you feel a sore throat coming on, raid your pantry instead of your medicine cabinet to prepare affordable all-natural...
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7 unusual cold remedies
Can playing jazz boost immunity? Can cold, wet socks relieve congestion? Some swear by these methods. Next time you feel...
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10 things you should never feed your pet
Most pet owners know that chocolate is toxic for cats and dogs, but there are other foods that could harm...
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Ask the expert: How should I deal with diet saboteurs?
Are friends or family members tempting you with unhealthy food choices? Before you risk ruining your diet, here's how to...
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5 ways green tea is good for your oral health
Could this popular hot drink actually be good for your mouth? Here are five ways green tea may benefit your...
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Could your guy be suffering from prostatitis?
If your significant other has painful ejaculation, pelvic pain or trouble urinating, it could be prostatitis
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How to stay hydrated while you exercise
Hydration is key when you're exercising. Here's what to drink before, during and after your workout
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How nature can make you healthier
Want to relieve stress and anxiety and even lower your blood pressure? Get outside'here's why
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Should men get the HPV vaccine?
An estimated 75 percent of sexually active Canadians will contract an HPV infection at some point in their lives. Here's...
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News: How pollution impacts the brain
It’s bad enough that Canadians spend the equivalent of 12 days a year commuting, but all that time spent in
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6 tips to improve your digestion
While choosing the right foods can lead to big improvements in digestion, it's also important to consider your eating habits....
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3 ways to spice up your sex life
Looking to make things under the covers a little more exciting? Our resident sex and relationship expert shares her advice...
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How to be more flexible
Yes, you can increase your flexibility'it just takes a little time and some targeted stretching. Here's how to do it...
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“They said I’d be dead in a year.”
Outwardly, Shannon Duke had it all: a beautiful home, nice cars, fancy vacations and a loving husband. In private, however,...
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News: Anorexic mother weighs less than her 7-year-old daughter
Rebecca Jones has suffered from anorexia for half her life and weighs less than her 7-year-old daughter Maisy. The 5-1
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3 ways to soothe eczema
While there's no cure for eczema, you can soothe the symptoms. Here's how