Q&A: How to help moms in need
In honour of Mother's Day, Best Health spoke to Ilana Landsberg-Lewis, executive director of the Stephen Lewis Foundation, about the...
How blood glucose meters work
Confused or apprehensive about testing your blood glucose using a meter? Find out how meters work and how diabetics can...
New & Now: May 6, 2011
Must-read health news and views from around the web
4 surprising new facts about mental health
Did you know stress could be genetic? Results from the newest mental health research might surprise you
New & Now: April 29, 2011
Must-read health news and views from around the web
6 moves for strong, sexy shoulders
Here are six do-at-home shoulder exercises that will get you there if you do them three times a week
Are colonics safe?
Thinking of trying a colonic? Read on to learn what the experts have to say about the safety of the...
7 myths about colonics, busted
Doctors say there's no medical need for colonics, yet many people extol the virtues of colon hydrotherapy. Read on to...
Election 2011: Where the parties stand on health care
Not sure where each major party stands on health care? Consider this your cheat sheet
Election 2011: Why you should care about health care
Health care is the number one election issue for many Canadians, yet the 2011 major party candidates haven't spent much...
Staff tested: The best new spring running shoes
We tested some of the hottest new running shoes for spring to see if they live up to their claims....
New & Now: April 21, 2011
Must-read health news and views from around the web
10 weight-loss tricks you haven’t tried
Think you've tried everything to lose weight and you're still struggling? Think again. We've got 10 tricks you probably haven't...
Our best healthy walking tips
Walking can be great exercise. Let our tips help you get the most out of your next walk
Spring-clean your life
This year, see spring cleaning as as an opportunity to lighten, simplify and create space in all areas of your...
New & Now: April 15, 2011
Must-read health news and views from around the web
Here’s a quick way to spring-clean your medicine cabinet
If your medicine cabinet stuffed with old bandages and expired medication, it's time to spring clean. Follow these five steps...
7 tricks to boost your productivity
Constantly feel overwhelmed by a to-do list that grows faster than you can cross things off? Take control with these...
What everyone should know about what can cause cancer
Do deodorant and cell phones really cause cancer? We help you sort fact from fiction when it comes to cancer...
4 new trends in oral health
Here's a reason to smile: We know more than ever about healthy teeth and gums. Read about the latest tips...
Quiz: Are you at risk for diabetes?
Take our quiz to find out if your diet is putting you at risk for type 2 diabetes
New & Now: April 8, 2011
Must read health news and views from around the web
4 moves for a strong, sexy back
Improve your posture, prevent back injuries and sculpt sexy muscles with these four essential moves for a stronger back
3 IBS-friendly recipes
These three delicious recipes will tempt your taste buds'without the ingredients that commonly trigger the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome
10 ways to make your home healthier
Learn how to keep toxins and germs out of your home the all-natural way. These tips will help keep your...
Is Canada addicted to sleeping pills?
Pharmacists in Canada fill as many as 5.6 million prescriptions for sleeping pills in a year. But is it safe...
6 tips for losing weight when you have diabetes
Healthy weight loss soon after your diabetes diagnosis could help you control your blood pressure and glucose levels. Here's how...
Healthwashing exposed
More and more packaged food products are being marketed as beneficial to your health. Here's what you need to know...
Canada’s best healthy weight-loss tips
Looking for a little inspiration to help shed those last few pounds? Our readers share their no-fail tips for a...
