Wellness

Weight gain is a normal and healthy part of pregnancy, especially during the second and third trimesters

Expectant parents have so many important decisions and tasks ahead of them that peer support becomes invaluable. Starting your own...

Real moms and a nutritionist talk about being pregnant for the second time.

For the expectant parent, the pre-birth shopping list feels like the first test of your parenting ability. Will you forget...

Fatigue is common throughout pregnancy, especially in the first trimester. These tips for eating, sleeping and exercise can help you...

Diabetes that develops in pregnancy, or "gestational diabetes." Learn if you're a risk, if you should be tested and how...

Taking a vitamin D supplement may seem like a no-brainer’research suggests that not having enough of this ‘sunshine vitamin’ may

Improving your diet and exercise habits can help the symptoms and pain of constipation during pregnancy

Prepare for childbirth by knowing your options when it comes to managing contractions

Creating a birth plan is an excellent way to help you think through your hopes and fears for childbirth. Follow...

Preparation for new health challenges begins with a positive mindset and setting goals for success. Here's how to get motivated...

Concierges: they're not just for hotels and high-end condos anymore. Meet the 'baby planner,' a professional who offers concierge services...

When it comes to running, choosing the right bra is just as important as wearing the right shoes. Here are...

I had lunch today with writer Lisa Bendall, who writes regularly for us at Best Health and for Reader’s Digest.

Yoga has many physical, spiritual and mental benefits, and virtually no barriers to entry. Celebrated instructor Eoin Finn shares his...

From dull skin to mood swings, too little shut-eye can seriously damage your health. Here are 10 reasons why you...

Whether you're working out for the first time or trying to get back in shape, taking those first steps can...

The average Canadian will live to be about 81 years old'but which province boasts the longest lifespan? Read on to...

Making it to the top at the Calgary Stampede isn't just about knowing how to ride a horse. Get yourself...

Two Best Health readers dared to field-test a selection of popular bug repellents for us. Here's what they found

Not all bug sprays are created equal'but we've got your guide to what's in them and how they work. Here's...

Whether you're camping or cottaging, accidents can happen when you least expect them. Prepare yourself for challenges with these summer...

Don't start your weight-loss journey without doing these five things first.

In The G.I. Diabetes Clinic, diet guru Rick Gallop explains how to battle weight gain with smart strategies. Here are...

Whether you hope to flatten your abs, tone your arms or lose those last 10 pounds, consider the following strategies...

The stress of first-year university led Angela Liddon to put on 20 pounds. But through a focus on whole, real...

Did you know there's a wrong way to brush? Here are four signs you need to improve your technique

Bad breath is embarrassing, unpleasant and all too common, but do you really know what's causing your bad breath?

Want to sculpt the long, lean body of a dancer? Try a ballet-inspired workout'no pointe shoes required. Find out how...