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9 Silent Signs Your Partner Is Emotionally Abusive

By Alexandra Whittaker, RD.com

9 Silent Signs Your Partner Is Emotionally Abusive

Abuse can happen even without physical violence.

Filed Under: Relationships

8 Bipolar Symptoms You Might Be Ignoring

By Ilisa Cohen, RD.com

8 Bipolar Symptoms You Might Be Ignoring

It can be tough to figure out if you’re just moody, or if your emotional highs and lows are the result of a more serious mental illness. Here’s how to tell if you might have bipolar disorder.

Filed Under: Conditions

How to Fall Asleep Fast: 7 Natural Sleep Aids That Actually Work

By Deepak Kashyap, readersdigest.ca

How to Fall Asleep Fast: 7 Natural Sleep Aids That Actually Work

It’s 3 a.m. and you’re suddenly wide awake… Instead of reaching for the sleeping pills, try these seven proven strategies to fall asleep fast.

Filed Under: Healthy Living

12 “Healthy” Hygiene Habits That Are Actually Bad for You

BY HANA HONG, RD.COM

12 “Healthy” Hygiene Habits That Are Actually Bad for You

You may think you’re doing everything you can to improve your health and appearance, but these common hygiene habits do more harm than good.

Filed Under: Beauty

I Stopped Being a People Pleaser—and It’s Drastically Changed My Life

By Charlotte Grainger, RD.com

I Stopped Being a People Pleaser—and It’s Drastically Changed My Life

Time is the most precious thing that we have—so why do we give it away so easily? Here’s what learning to say “no” has done for me.

Filed Under: Relationships

Need Pain Relief? Grab a Beer Instead of an Aspirin

BY CHHAYA NENE, RD.com

Need Pain Relief? Grab a Beer Instead of an Aspirin

You may already drain a pint to heal a broken heart, but new research suggests that beer can actually ease pain. Here’s what you need to know.

Filed Under: Healthy Living

8 Effective Ways to Rebuild Trust—Even When It Seems Impossible

By Dilia Narduzzi, Reader's Digest Canada

8 Effective Ways to Rebuild Trust—Even When It Seems Impossible

Although it can sometimes seem hopeless, understanding how to renew confidence in one another is a crucial life skill. If you’re struggling to repair a relationship after a breach of trust, these eight strategies can help.

Filed Under: Relationships

The Surprising Connection Between Sleep Deprivation and Aging

By Samantha Rideout, Reader's Digest Canada

The Surprising Connection Between Sleep Deprivation and Aging

It turns out the older we get, the more likely we are to suffer from sleep deprivation. Dr. Julie Carrier, director of the Canadian Sleep and Circadian Network, explains how we can adapt to get the slumber we need —at any age. 

Filed Under: Conditions

Antidepressants Don’t Just Treat Depression—They Can Permanently Change Your Personality

By Elizabeth Manneh, RD.com

Antidepressants Don’t Just Treat Depression—They Can Permanently Change Your Personality

If you consider antidepressants to be temporary mood-lifters, you may be surprised to learn that the pills—and also cognitive therapy, for that matter—can do a whole lot more than that.

Filed Under: Conditions

7 Sneaky Things That Trigger IBS Symptoms

By Ian Down, readersdigest.ca

7 Sneaky Things That Trigger IBS Symptoms

Contrary to popular belief, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is not caused by your diet. However, these seven factors could serve as triggers for IBS symptoms, including chronic bloating, cramping, gas, constipation and diarrhea.

Filed Under: Conditions

The Aneurysm You Could Be at Risk For—It’s Not in Your Brain

By Colette Harris, RD.com

The Aneurysm You Could Be at Risk For—It’s Not in Your Brain

While heart attacks get a lot of press, other heart issues like aortic aneurysms can be just as life-threatening—and they’re tougher to detect. Here’s what you need to know.

Filed Under: Conditions

This Is When It’s OK to Take Expired Medication

BY LAUREN CAHN, RD.com

This Is When It’s OK to Take Expired Medication

You have a splitting headache, it’s the middle of the night, and your only bottle of Tylenol expired three years ago. Can you take it anyway? Here’s the answer.

Filed Under: Healthy Living

These Are the Best Sleeping Positions for a Good Night’s Sleep

By Samantha Rideout, Reader's Digest Canada

These Are the Best Sleeping Positions for a Good Night’s Sleep

Find the best sleeping position for you and get the rest you need with this simple guide.

Filed Under: Healthy Living

Everything You Need to Know About Gallstone Attacks

By Samantha Rideout, Reader's Digest Canada

Everything You Need to Know About Gallstone Attacks

In 75 per cent of cases, gallstones don’t cause any symptoms. However, if a troublesome case is left untreated, they can lead to serious health problems.

Filed Under: Conditions

Always Follow This Advice If You Want to Avoid Sore Feet

By Samantha Rideout, Reader's Digest Canada

Always Follow This Advice If You Want to Avoid Sore Feet

The shoes you wear can have a surprising impact on your well-being. If you want to avoid sore feet, it’s time to throw away those flip flops and stilettos.

Filed Under: Conditions

50 Ways to Lose Weight Without a Lick of Exercise

BY CHARLOTTE HILTON ANDERSEN, RD.COM

50 Ways to Lose Weight Without a Lick of Exercise

With these insider tricks, weight loss can be simple, easy-to-understand and cheap—or even free! Who’s ready to snap an after picture?

Filed Under: Weight Loss

8 Doctor Appointment Mistakes You Didn’t Realize You Were Making

BY ERICA LAMBERG, RD.COM

8 Doctor Appointment Mistakes You Didn’t Realize You Were Making

Doctor’s visits can be confusing. Get the most out of your appointments by avoiding these common missteps, according to health experts.

Filed Under: Healthy Living

How to Stay Awake: 5 Surprising Tricks to Fight Off Sleep

By Samantha Rideout, Reader's Digest Canada

How to Stay Awake: 5 Surprising Tricks to Fight Off Sleep

When you’re low on rest and aren’t sure how to stay awake, use these simple tips.

Filed Under: Healthy Living

10 Types of Arthritis You Could Have—and How to Tell the Difference

BY CLAIRE GILLESPIE, RD.COM

10 Types of Arthritis You Could Have—and How to Tell the Difference

Arthritis isn’t just arthritis. It’s a surprisingly large collection of different conditions—though they all have one thing in common: achy joints.

Filed Under: Conditions

14 Things Only People with Anxiety Will Understand

By Charlotte Grainger, RD.com

14 Things Only People with Anxiety Will Understand

Living with anxiety is immensely difficult, and those who have never experienced it often have trouble understanding it. Here are 14 things ever anxiety sufferer knows to be true.

Filed Under: Conditions

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