4 Reasons Why Fad Diets are Bad for You

A quick weight loss program might sound like a good idea at the time, but...


5 Ways to Be Your Best

Having the mindset of an athlete can help you achieve success in any area...


Not Just Heartburn

Esophageal cancer often disguises itself as ordinary heartburn and is often...


7 Ways to Avoid Getting Sick

We can’t promise you’ll never get hit with another cold or...


3 Tips for Fighting Osteoporosis

Approximately 1.4 million Canadians suffer from bone-crippling osteoporosis....


Ease into Exercise

People who start exercising later in life gain many of the same health...


Fitness Flashback

No longer just a kid's sport, adults are discovering hooping; toning their...


4 Ways to Relieve Dry Eyes

Got red, stinging eyes? You may have dry eye. It’s caused by everything...


4 Ways to Stay Active Away From Home

When you’re travelling, don’t leave fitness behind. Here are...


Travel Buddies

Nothing beats going on a trip with your best buddy. But you two might not...


3 Great Canadian Victories at the Winter Olympics

The world's now focused on Vancouver for the 2010 Winter Games. Canada...


CPR Primer

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is an important first-aid skill that...


Get Your Children Vaccinated

“Avoid!” One of the most common words of advice heard these...


Hands-On Pain Relief

Massages don't just feel great. They can also provide real health benefits.


3 Things Moms-to-Be Should Avoid

Pregnancy is an exciting time in a woman's life, but it's also a time to...


Behind the Net With Mario Lemieux

Mario Lemieux had one of the greatest careers in hockey history, landing...


Perfecting your Posture

Poor posture will not only make your back feel uncomfortable, but it'll...


4 Ways to Freshen Your Breath

Forget fancy mouthwashes and mini-mints. Keep your mouth clean with a healthy...


Why Walking is Good for You

Walking is a great way to get in shape without breaking the bank (it's...


6 Tips for Smart Weight Loss

Most diets and quick weight-loss plans have about as much substance as...


The Joy of Soy

From smoothies to soy nuts, this proven disease fighter is actually tasting...


5 Ways to Get Walking

Convenient, simple, and gentle on the joints, walking is one of the easiest...


Tyra's 6 Get-Real Beauty Secrets

You don't need to spend a fortune to look supermodel chic. Former supermodel,...


5 Signs Canadians are Getting Fatter

If there was any question that the average Canadian’s daily habits...


10 Tips to Cut Back on Your Drinking

While it's normal to have a drink or two during a holiday celebration,...


How to Fight Energy Vampires

We've all dealt with people who put a strain on us emotionally. Read on...


6 Green Resolutions that Lead to Happiness

Every year we plan to make changes to our lives for the better. But what...


Eat More to Weigh Less

We lose muscle mass after middle age, which slows metabolism and can lead...


My Home Office Makeover

Here's how I went from pain to proper position, with a little help from...


5 Unexpected Causes of Weight Gain

When it comes to being overweight, you know the usual suspects: too many...


4 Ways to Treat Erectile Dysfunction

Nearly 1 in 5 men ages 20 and up has had erectile dysfunction. Here are...


3 Tips for Real-Life Exercise

If you find running on a treadmill or lifting weights through mindless...


The Truth About Old Wives’ Tales

We asked readers if they had old wives' tales that they wanted our Research...


Decoding Drug Label Lingo

In order to take prescription drugs safely and appropriately, ensure that...


3 Ways to Maximize Your Brain Power

Researchers around the world are studying the human brain to find out what...


Your Top 5: Health, February 2010

For February '10 you were interested to learn which foods revealed our...


10 Anger Management Tips

Being caught in a traffic jam after a hectic day at the office, arguing...


7 Common Digestive Disorders

Your digestive system is continuously at work throughout the day, helping...


10 Air Travel Health Tips

When travelling by plane, there is the potential of getting sick due to...


10 Foods for a Healthy Prostate

One in six North American men will develop prostate cancer. A nutrient-rich,...


What to Do in a Food Allergy Emergency

Food allergies are on the rise, with Health Canada estimating that 1.2...


8 Ways to Guard Against Dementia

Engaging in a healthy diet, exercising, and embracing your spiritual side...


Tips for Happy, Healthy Travel

Vacations are supposed to calm you down, but it's easy to get sick and...


6 Steps to Revamping Your Diet

Is your diet in need of a makeover? Here are six steps to developing a...


Getting Vaccinated Before Your Vacation: Why You Should Do It

Planning a vacation to an exotic locale? Don’t forget to think about...


7 Ways to Reduce Neck Pain

Neck pain, be it caused by bad sleep, bad posture, a sudden twist, or too...


Jump Start Your Heart Health

Through diet, exercise, and lifestyle changes, you can give your heart...


Eczema Relief

Like so many skin problems, eczema can itch worse than a bad conscience....


Hepatitis: Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention

The term 'hepatitis' refers to the inflammation of the liver, which is...


Five Reasons to Go to the ER

Most of us would rather avoid a trip to the emergency room, but some circumstances...


Your Fab Five: Health

Good news about how easy it is to stay healthy is always popular. Check...


What Food Says About Your Mood

Ever wonder why you grab a box of cookies when you're feeling blue? How...


10 Ways For Women to Stay Fit and Healthy

You are strong. You are brave. You are wise. You are beautiful. You've...


Do You Have Diabetes?

Many Canadians have diabetes but don’t know they have it. Not sure...


Set Yourself Up for Success

Though resolutions are easy to make, they’re also easy to break. ...


Fighting Swine Flu

Everything you need to know about H1N1: what it is, how to get rid of it,...


5 Breast Cancer Research Updates

It's been an exciting year in breast cancer researc with a number number...


Quit Smoking for Good

Once you’re hooked, cutting down or quitting can cause unpleasant...


How a Dental Checkup Can Save Your Life

Your dentist may be the most important doctor you see this year. He or...


4 Ways Green Tea Pays Off

Green tea has been consumed in China for thousands of years as a health-boosting...


Your Fab Five for Health

In September '09 your favourite picks were all about keeping your memory,...


Patient, Protect Thyself!

Media coverage of cases involving medical error have made many Canadians...


Beer and Wine: Good for Your Bones!?

Sure, milk is good for your bones, but it isn’t much fun at cocktail...


6 Ways to Foil Asthma

The American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) and its...


Stop the Flu

Eveyone is worried about catching the latest flu going around. However,...


Staying Sane at Family Functions

Ah, the holidays! A time for family get-togethers, where spirits run high...


The Breast Protection: What YOU Can Do

All women run the risk of developing breast cancer, but you can minimize...


Omega-3s Without Fish

So you don’t like eating fish—can you just take a pill to get...


10 Recommended Adult Vaccines

The Centre for Disease Control recommends ten vaccines for adults. Some...


Avoid Sleeping Pills

If you're suffering from short-term sleep problems caused by jet lag or...


10 Ways to Keep Your Teeth Clean

Dare to bare your teeth. If you feel self-conscious about your smile try...


Diet for a Longer Life

Skipping unhealthy foods in favour of healthier options is surprisingly...


5 Ways to Love Seafood

Are you daunted by the thought of cooking seafood? (It gets dry! It smells...


7 Steps to Prevent Alzheimer's

We know a lot about what happens during the course of Alzheimer’s...


4 Ways to be More Honest

Nobody actually wants to be a liar. But it’s just so easy to fudge,...


Mazes to Tease Your Brain

Mazes have fascinated humans for centuries. The oldest maze, found on rock...


8 Steps to a Stronger Body

This strength-training routine includes a mixture of weighted and non-weighted...


Organ Donations: What You Said

We asked you what you thought about organ donations. Should Canada follow...


4 Advances in Depression

From different types of therapy, tried and true medication and new treatments,...


6 Warning Signs of Dehydration

Our bodies are 70 percent water. If this level decreases—even by...


5 Secrets for Navigating Health Food Stores

Finding your way safely around a health food store is much like navigating...


3 Safety Tips for a Hotter World

What's the biggest health threat of the 21st century? Climate change, says...


7 Ways to Cope With Disasters

After the death of her husband and daughter, and her own cancer scare,...


6 Tips for Taking Medicines Safely

Medicine is helpful when taken correctly. Here are 6 quick tips for making...


7 Exercises for Flexibility

In our everyday workout, flexibility is often overlooked. Having plenty...


The Virtues of Napping

Naptime isn’t just for kids. Studies show that taking a mid-afternoon...


17 Steps to Relaxation

If you’ve had trouble winding down, it may be that you need some...


Top 5 Health Articles: July

Here are our most popular health articles from July ’09 – just...


3 Numbers for a Longer Life

You know being active helps you live longer. If you need more incentive,...


7 Ways to Green Your Smile

Wondering how to make your smile a bit more enviro-friendly? The Eco-Dentistry...


5 Steps to Manage Your Temper

Studies are showing that blowing your gasket is as unhealthy as suppressing...


4 Quick Ways to Boost Your Health

Hitting the gym six days a week isn’t the only way to boost your...


Hidden Dangers of Nighttime Lights

New studies shed light on why breast cancer rates are so high in industrialized...


8 Medical Myths Busted (or not!)

Just like mom didn’t need a thermometer to know if you had a fever,...


Advances in Osteoarthritis

It’s a terrible way to suffer. The gradual degradation of joints...


Top 10 Embarrassing Moments

Our new survey from Down Under reveals the Top 10 most awkward social situations....


Red Wine: the Pros and Cons

There's been a lot written about the health effects of red wine, good and...


7 Secrets of Power Napping

The myth that napping is wasted time is changing, thanks to well-documented...


Say Cheese for Lower Cholesterol

Go gourmet? Skip fat-free? You won't believe this deliciously healthy...


Bottled Water Hype

Fears around the cleanliness of our tap water has created a huge market...


Getting the Best Pap Test for You

Not all Pap tests are equal—some are more accurate...


Free Dental Advice

Sometimes we forget that dentists are also doctors and that we should be...


5 Tips for Bicycle Commuting

With gasoline prices reaching new heights every summer, people are looking...


Improve Your Balance

Feeling a little off balance? Regular physical activity, and these 10-minute...


Tai Chi: Meditation in Motion

The ancient Chinese art of movement, tai chi, is sometimes described as...


Failure can Enhance Your Brain

Failure can actually trigger the brain to grow just as long as you're open...


3 Health Benefits of Mushrooms

Love mushrooms? Here are three more reasons why you should adore them.


5 Ways to Cut Your Risk of Alzheimer’s

There’s good news and bad about Alzheimer’s disease, which...


Cut Back on Meat & Live Longer

The advice to dial back on burgers, steaks, and cold cuts just took on...


Advances in Back Pain

Do you suffer from chronic back pain? Relief may be around the bend ...


Tune Up Your Immune System

What multiplies as fast as a flu virus? Claims about immune boosters, most...


Drugs That Deplete

Are the meds you’re taking interfering with your body’s ability...


Dare to Dream

These may be tough times with the recession, but there are still ways for...


Treating Tennis & Golfer’s Elbow

When the weather gets warm, we all like to hit the greens or the courts...


Treatments for Osteoporosis

Our skeletal structure naturally loses strength as we get older. But the...


Home Remedies for Campers

Do bites, scrapes and sunburn put a damper on your love for the great outdoors?...


4 Advances in Headache Relief

Breakthrough findings from studies offer new hope to headache sufferers,...


Sharpen Your Senses

Want to enjoy every bite (and sniff) of your favourite foods? Strengthen...


All-Natural Memory Boosters

Wish you had the memory of an elephant? Try eating gotu kola, one of an...


9 Memory Thieves You Can Beat

Want to keep all your marbles? Watch for these nine problems, which could...


Remedies for Poison Ivy

Nothing ruins a summer outing than contact with poison ivy. You'll feel...


Are You Sun-Sensitive?

Medications, fragrances, and some sun screens may make your skin more vulnerable...


Protect Yourself From Lyme Disease

As temperatures rise around the country, emergency physicians are warning...


13 Things Your Mother-in-Law Won't Tell You

Getting along with your mother-in-law is just a matter of understanding...


Secret Wisdom of Being a Man

Being a good husband can be tough, whether it's your first marriage or...


Get Fit at Work

You can get really stiff sitting in front of your computer all day long....


Natural Remedies for Sunburn

Who among us hasn’t come in from a day at the beach bright red? Putting...


Are you Sunscreen Savvy?

Summer’s right around the corner, and that means it’s time...


The Doctor is Online

Canadians are increasingly turning to the Internet for reliable, relevant...


Puzzles to Train Your Brain

Mental fitness demands at least 20 minutes of hard exercise every day and...


Fast Eaters Get Fat

New studies show that eating too quickly can make you pack on the pounds....


Stay Safe With Prescription Medicines

When it comes to any medicine, whether prescribed or purchased over the...


Breakthroughs in Osteoporosis

Research is pointing to some surprising treatments for osteoporosis, including...


Are You Being Overtreated?

Screening tests and treatments do much to pinpoint and solve your medical...


Should Diabetics Be Vegetarians?

It’s no surprise that having diabetes dictates certain dietary restrictions....


8 Steps to Preventing Osteoporosis

Lifestyle changes can make a big difference in preventing osteoporosis....


Fitting in Fitness

Do you find any and every excuse not to exercise? Would you rather do anything...


How Much is in Your Genes?

You can head off the risks of cardiovascular disease, cancer or Type 2...


Make Up Your Mind to Succeed

The current “everyone’s a winner” mindset can actually...


Living La Vida Slowly

Are you losing something living at top-notch speed? The cost of not taking...


The Diabetes Dictionary

If you, or someone you love, is living with diabetes, here are some terms...


Get the Allergies in the Air Out of Your Hair

When spring comes the air is filled with music and allergens. Don’t...


5 Reasons to Nurture Friendships

Whatever age you are, your friends are an important element in your life....


4 Life Lessons From Basketball

LeBron James' breach of sports etiquette caused quite a stir. What can...


6 Tips for Dieting Without Hunger

Hunger is a major barrier when you’re trying to drop a  few...


All About Diabetes

This chronic condition is often shrouded in mystery. Diabetes can come...


Managing MS

Multiple Sclerosis is a nerve disorder that affects some 50,000 Canadians,...


Healing Hay Fever

It’s spring, and while everyone else is outside enjoying the sunshine,...


Maximize Your Exercise

Here are five things every woman should know in order to maximize her workouts.  


Bring Sunshine into the Office

It’s not always easy to find the motivation to go into the office...


3 Games to Get Your Attention

Are you worried about having a poor memory? Being forgetful is often the...


Detox Diets Busted!

For some of us, spring cleaning may mean a spring detox diet. But before...


Caring for the Caregiver

Are you a  caregiver to one or both of your parents, or likely to...


The Feel-Good Power of Chocolate

"Antioxidant" is the buzzword on every chocolate lover's lips,...


28 Reasons to Exercise

We all know that exercise is good for us. But it's time we realized just...


Keeping Your Brain Buffed

Keeping your brain healthy and working at its best should be a priority....


Is Gluten-Free for You?

Gluten-free is the new buzzword in food labelling. But will products without...


7 Commandments for Healthy BBQ Meals

Summer often means plenty of backyard barbecues, but mounting evidence...


Rules of the Road for Bike Safety

If you’re looking to get outside, get mobile and stay fit, all while...


10 Signs of Happiness

Though it may come in different forms for different people, most human...


15 Credibility Busters

If you have trouble forming friendships and influencing others, it may...


Healthy Home Checkup

We may not be able to have a huge impact on the outdoor air we inhale,...


Are You Getting Enough Calcium?

Although the body stores more calcium than any other mineral, most adults...


Why Being Kind Is Good For You

Imagine, for a minute, a world where everyone is just a little kinder....


The Power of Blueberries

Think blueberries are sweet and simple? Though they range from sweet to...


Test Your Concentration

Do you pay attention to how you concentrate? Try these brain teasers and...


6 Ways to Spot a Liar

Think someone is trying to pull the wool over your eyes? Look for these...


DASH Diet for Blood Pressure

Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension—DASH—is proving to...


DVT Risk at the Office

Sitting at your desk for hours at a time could double your risk for dangerous...


Around-the-World Home Remedies

Every culture has its own special folk medicines that are passed down through...


Update on Osteoporosis

Researchers are making some important discoveries about osteoporosis, including...


13 Things You Should Know About Your Weight

There have been some breakthroughs in the science of weight loss that are...


Face Your Fear

We’re all afraid of something, but when it comes to conquering our...


10 Ways to Quit Smoking

You’ve made the decision to quit smoking. Now comes the hard part--finding...


New Takes on Classic Diets

The more we learn about the science of weight loss, the more confusing...


Coffee: The Pros and Cons

We all love our cup of java but the jury is still out whether it’s...


9 Ways to Cellphone Safety

While the debate rages about the safety of cellphones, experts are encouraging...


12 Tips for Taking Arthritis in Stride

When it comes to managing arthritis pain, even the smallest steps count....


12 Tips to Get Your Kids Eating Healthy

With childhood obesity in North America tripling over the past 20 years,...


What to Expect After a Heart Attack

Most people survive their first heart attack and go on to live active,...


Together but Apart

Do you and your partner do too much together? Find out how too much togetherness...


Brain Drain: Fact or Fiction?

Mental decline is part of aging, right? Wrong! US McArthur Foundation studies...


5 Ways to Cope With Anxiety

It’s hardly surprising that anxiety is the most common mental health...


10 Worst Foods for Aging

You probably know which foods are good for you, but do you know which ones...


8 Ways to Alleviate Pain

Are you coping with headache, arthritis or back pain? Here are eight little-known...


Are Patches Better Than Pills?

More and more medicines come in a patch. Find out how the patch compares...


6 Tips for Avoiding Activity Overload

If you're a student who's signed up for too many after-school activities,...


7 Heart Numbers to Watch

Chances are, when you think of heart risk, you do a quick mental review...


Foods to Grow On

What is your family eating? Are they eating healthy? Learn how creating...


Dose a Cough with Down-Home Syrups

Would you rather suffer through your cough than take that disgusting store...


When You Don’t Like the People in His Life

You love your sweetie, you just don't happen to like some of the people...


Eating for a Healthy Heart

Do you eat heart-healthy? Not sure? Follow these steps to keep your heart...


The Heart Tests to Get

Most heart experts say that the place to start is with a few simple tests...


The Secrecy of Male Depression

When he seems ticked off or withdrawn, it may not be what you think. Depression...


Gender Medicine

It's a simple truth: Men and women are different. Yet medical research...


Healthy Greens for St. Paddy’s Day

St. Patrick’s Day has developed a reputation as a night to party...


7 Tips for Talking Love (with Teens)

While it’s not easy to initiate discussions with teens about the...


First Date Etiquette

Meeting that special someone for the first time can be tricky. Here are...


Smart Eating for Your Arteries

While some degree of hardening of the arteries is normal as we age, atherosclerosis...


Are Cellphones Safe or Not?

Cellphones certainly make life easier, but there is no conclusive evidence...


Four Ways to Weigh Less

 If you’re fed up with counting calories try implementing some...


Tinnitus: Terror in Your Ear

Ringing in the ears can drive you to distraction but now technology and...


10 Questions to Ask About Your Hospital Stay

Spending time in the hospital can be stressful. Put your mind at ease by...


Create Your Own Home Spa

Could you use some tender-loving care but can't afford spa prices? Create...


Make Work Better

There's no need to suffer for a regular paycheque. If your job is overly...


Time Management Tips for Busy People

These days, many of us are giving up quality time to get things done at...


Winter Safety: Truth and Myth

Winter offers plenty of opportunities for fun, but it can also be a dangerous...


Find Your Work/Life Balance

While you can’t control all of the factors that impact your work/life...


The Signs of Dyslexia

Is your child dyslexic? You may know what signs to look for, but it can...


Why Willpower’s Over-Rated

If you set goals for yourself—either at New Year’s or any other...


8 Steps to Healthy Family Meals

If you have a family, you know how difficult it can be to make sure they...


How to Survive Awkward Situations

Often wish that you could hide under the nearest piece of furniture to...


Beat the Winter Blues

Are you feeling down in the dumps by the end of January—after months...


A Good First-Aid Kit

A first-aid kit should prepare you for almost any health emergency, from...


10 Ways to Turn That Frown Upside Down

Happy people thrive. They’re more creative and productive, earn more...


Asthma-Proof Your Home

Almost three million Canadians suffer from asthma. The latest research...


50 Habits of Naturally Thin People

Forget about the latest diet trend, or that strenuous workout routine....


How to Handle Change

The easiest part of any resolution is making one. Sticking with it is another...


Signs of Gambling Addiction

It’s one thing to buy the occasional lottery ticket but quite another...


Getting Through To Your Teen

Boundaries and structure provide a sense of security and safety for all...


Are You Getting Enough Iron?

A surprising number of people get too little iron, and few of them realise...


Winter-Running Tips

Neither sub-zero temperatures nor snow discourages Canadian running enthusiasts...


How To Shovel Safely

It's all but inevitable: At some point this winter, you'll find yourself...


20 Tips for Safe Holiday Travel

Whether you’re flying south for a vacation in the sun or you're off...


How to Avoid Hangovers

You had too much to drink last night, and you’ve woken up with a...


Taming Arthritis Pain

Arthritis is difficult to deal with, and damp winter weather only makes...


Talking to Children About Death

Death is a painful experience – and one of the hardest parts for...


Migraines and the Risk of Stroke

One migraine symptom may mean you are at greater risk for stroke, if you...


Soothe Parched Winter Skin

Slathering yourself with lotions and potions, but still can’t fight...


Protect Yourself Against Frostbite and Hypothermia

The temperature is dropping. Stay safe and alert during harsh winter weather...


When Food is Love

When the holidays arrive, there’s often no way to avoid being...


Don’t Let the Bedbugs Bite

For most North Americans, bedbug bites were lyrics to a cute bedtime lullaby....


A Gaggle of Gargles

Did you know that gargling can cure a sore throat, heartburn, and laryngitis?...


Four Solutions to Neck Pain

Neck pain can make your workday longer. We asked four health professionals...


Be an Educated Consumer

The customer may always be right, but not always necessarily knowledgeable....


Is Stress Making You Fat?

Stress doesn't have to make you gain weight. Learn about the triggers and...


12 Tips for Staying Safe in Crowds

You're seated in a venue with a thousand other people. Which do you feel...


Activities to Take the Chill Out of Winter

There is no point complaining about winter, but there are many reasons...


Medical Breakthroughs of 2008

Every year, we look for the most amazing discoveries, devices, tests and...


Yoga FAQs Answered

Yoga has become established as a popular form of exercise over the past...


Exercise: The Ultimate Age-Defying Elixir

Regular exercise can help you shed more than pounds. Find out why working...


How Loud Is Too Loud?

It’s the day after that fantastic concert. But the ringing in our...


Flu Shot, or Not?

Arm yourself with reliable resources and information to protect yourself...


Dealing with a Sick Child

Whether it's a cold, a chronic illness or an allergy, you can't keep kids...


10 Secrets for Choosing a Health Club

Finding the right spot to go is half the battle to getting fit. Fitness...


8 Sleep Tips for Worriers

Relax. Be happy. Get some sleep and leave the worrying for tomorrow. Here...


Vision of the Future

It's unsettling to consider the possibility of a disease compromising your...


New Spins on Sugar

Truvia, the much-hyped natural, no-calorie sweetener, is joining the array...


8 Tips for Flying with Diabetes

Security checks, long lines and luggage restrictions have taken the fun...


Make Your Periods Eco-Friendly

Did you know that every woman throws out an average of 10,000 to 15,000...


Steer Clear of Road Rage

Finding it hard to deal with the daily commute? Here are some simple ways...


Stretches to Do at Work

If you’re feeling tight in the shoulders as you look over that report...


Rebalance Your Brain

Yes, we love the way our computers, PDAs, video games and iPods have revolutionized...


Gain Breakfast, Lose Weight

It may sound counter-intuitive, but in order to lose weight, you need food....


Distracted, Impatient, Disorganized

Though common, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can go undiagnosed...


Safe Stretching Strategy

Just like exercising, stretching requires good technique to be safe and...


Group Giggling

You've probably heard of all kinds of yoga--but laughter yoga? It combines...


Salute the Sun with Heart-Healthy Yoga

Yoga is a great way to get in some low-impact exercise. It improves circulation,...


Make Your Own Moisturizing Masks

Revitalize your skin with one of these masks. Oily, dry, or medium one...


Follow Your Internal Clock for Better Health

Here's how to synchronize your lifestyle to your internal clock and keep...


Scary Chemicals That Sneak Into Your Home

Air quality studies show that the inside of homes is often worse than the...


The Healing Power of Touch

Massage is more than an indulgence. Research shows that the power of massage...


When a Loved One Has Breast Cancer

Being diagnosed with breast cancer, or any other potentially life-threatening...


Sweat: It’s Good for What Ails You

Need more incentive before you put on your sneakers and dust off your stationary...


No More Broken Nails

The record for the longest finger nails on both hands belongs to Lee Redmond....


5 Ways to Turn Cooking Into a Workout

Make cooking an easy, everyday workout by adjusting your gear, your food...


Freshen Your Feet

Do people turn up their noses when you slip off your shoes? Has the family...


Get Your Junior Couch Potato Moving

Our kids are getting too much screen time and not enough play time. Help...


Heal Your Home

If you live in a tightly sealed, energy-efficient home airborne toxins...


Worrying Yourself Sick?

Seems like everything from drinking bottled water to chatting on your cell...


Soothe Sprains and Strains

Playing sports and even engaging in everyday activities can damage muscles,...


Habits of Healthy Families

Creating healthy family habits can be as simple as eating together regularly...


Breast Self-Exams: One Way to Detect Breast Cancer

Early detection is your best ally in the fight against breast cancer. Self-exams...


How to Get Pregnant: For Gals and Guys

It takes two to be fertile. Here's what you and your partner can do to...


Surviving the Empty Nest

Whether it’s your first or last who’s leaving home to go to...


Hunger-Free Forever

Say good-bye to yo-yo dieting forever with these sustainable strategies...


Alternative Therapies for Your Aching Back

Four out of five Canadians will experience at least one episode of back...


Test Your Vision: Amsler Grid and More

Take a look at these tests and puzzles to see how good your eyesight really...


Cure the Common Cold?

There may be no cure for the common cold, but why suffer through the symptoms...


12 Ways to Look, Feel and Think Younger

Making small changes in your routine is all it takes to slow the hand of...


Fabulous Facials at Home

Making your own beauty products is neither difficult nor mystifying. For...


Healthy Eating Obsession

Eating disorders like bulimia and anorexia are well-known to most of us,...


Bedroom Bliss for Better Sleep

Chances are you’ve heard this advice before: Save your bed and bedroom...


Jogging: The Why and The How

Sometimes it seems like everyone and their dog is trotting down the sidewalk...


Must-Schedule Appointments for Women

It’s important to be proactive when it comes to your health, but...


A Healthy Home and Garden

Our homes and gardens are our last refuge from the stresses of the world,...


Calm Workday Chaos

Every desk job gets hectic and hard to manage. Here’s how to cope...


Have a Healthy Dinner Routine

Eating is just important as exercise when it comes to stay in good health....


Heavy and Healthy?

Packing on a few pounds does not have to translate into poor health. Here's...


Avoid Lower Back Pain

Have a backache? Here are six tips to help you avoid lower back pain and...


6 Ways to De-Stress at Work

Stressed about work? Try these six simple tips to keeping your calm and...


Healthier House Cleaning

Think your home is clean? Think again. Try these eco-friendly solutions...


9 Must-Have Massage Tips

Can't shake the kink out of your neck? Treat yourself with these self-massage...


Eat Well to Sleep Well

Can't sleep? Try these tips for snoozing and catch up on your zzz's.


How Single Moms Can Stave Off Mental Illness

Everyone knows that being a single mother is difficult. But did you know...


Make Takeout Healthy

Have you gotten into the habit of eating out? While homemade is generally...


Stocking Your Kitchen For Diabetes

Consider the kitchen "ground zero" for managing your diabetes....


Guide to Medicinal Herbs

Looking for an all-natural remedy for arthritis or a quick fix for the...


Supplements: Who Needs Them?

Are you one of the millions of North Americans who take dietary supplements?...


Pamper Yourself with 5 Fresh Massages

We know you love that old standby, the one-hour Swedish massage, and there’s...


Eat a Rainbow of Fruits and Veggies

When you plan meals, you generally think of flavour, texture and taste......


Homemade Bath Products

Concoct your own bubble bath, scented soap, and more with these recipes....


Adapt Your Home for Arthritis

Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis can make it more difficult to perform...


Hit the Road

Walking is the exercise of choice for many dieters. No wonder: you don’t...


Do Away with Stress

Stress reduction is big business—we buy self-help books, massages,...


The 4-1-1 on Sports Injuries

Having two left-feet doesn’t mean you can’t exercise or play...


Mixing Food and Drugs

You may already know that alcohol and medication is a potentially lethal...


Monitor Your Own Health

You live in your body every day, which makes you the best judge of your...


Stay in Love With Life!

Saying yes to life by engaging your heart, mind and soul is the best prescription...


Cut Back on Bad Carbs

If you’re trying to eat a low-carb diet, these tips will ensure that...


Get on the Ball!

You only need one piece of equipment to work out in the comfort of your...


Kid-Friendly Errand Running

Keeping kids calm while going about your day-to-day business can be challenging....


How to Get More Sleep

The frenetic pace of modern day life ignites stress hormones that keep...


10 Ways to Create Calm

Want to achieve a more peaceful state of mind but not sure where to begin?...


How to Handle Hostility

Do you always feel at war with the people around you? Anger and hostility...


10 Ways to Work Smarter, Not Harder

Feeling overwhelmed at work? Here are 10 tips to help you stay on top of...


Maximize Your Lunch Hour

Don’t let lunch become another extension of your overburdened day....


Using Meds Effectively

Here are seven secrets you should know about taking prescriptions and over-the-counter...


Shape Up!

Looking to tone-up for swimsuit season? Here's your chance! Try a few of...


6 Tips for Hiring a Personal Trainer

If you need someone to “strong-arm” you into working...


Clean Living for a Healthy Heart

Like your car, lawn-mower or household appliances, your body works best...


Sneak In Stretching

 Daily stretching improves how you feel and how you move, but finding...


How to Have a Good Day

Start your workday on the right note to maximize your happiness and efficiency...


Pump Up Your Arms

If you’re not into pumping iron you can sneak some arm-strengthening...


Burn Calories Without Trying

Are you commitment phobic? If you can't bring yourself to sign that gym...


Easier Errand Running

If you’re not careful, you can spend more than half of your leisure...


Banish Bad Dreams

Chills run down your body. Your muscles tighten. You look into the darkness...


4 Minutes to Flexibility

Stretching is a lot like flossing: everyone agrees it’s a good idea...


Food Fixes for Varicose Veins

Get silky smooth stems worthy of a Gillette commercial with the right food...


Keep Kids Active

A jam-packed schedule is no excuse not to exercise. Instead of stressing...


Your Basic Guide to Stretching

Are you confused about stretching? You aren’t alone. Should you stretch?...


Your Daily Toning Program

Looking to get in shape for summer? Using these exercises, you can improve...


Healthy Breakfast Ideas

Breakfast is often referred to as the most important meal of the day. But...


Good Stress or Bad?

Overwhelmed with life? Contrary to what you may think, it is possible to...


Superfoods for Your Heart

Powerful protection for your heart is as close by as the aisles of your...


Try These Tension Tamers

Say goodbye to tension- literally. Find out how this and other techniques...


Choose to Be Happy

Good feelings can act as a biological shield—helping you to...


An Alternative to ADHD Medication?

For children living with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD),...


Snoring Solutions

If your snoring is caused by genetics or age, there's not much you can...


Sex for Good Health

Who knew that a session in the sack would not only feel good but be good...


Cut Down on Sugar

You know eating too much candy isn’t a good idea, but what about...


Pain, Pain, Go Away: DOMS Explained

You schedule Saturday as your big workout day and feel strong after a great...


8 Ways to Escape the Trans Fat Trap

Reducing the amount of trans fats in your diet is essential for good health....


Take the Sting Out of Bees

It’s summertime, and the bees are buzzing. If you get stung, here’s...


Gardening for Good Health

Puttering around the garden with a sun hat and trowel may not sound much...


Are You Hospital Savvy?

Knowing what's going on behind the scenes can result in a much briefer...


Exercise and Save Money

If the health benefits and the rosy glow exercise gives you aren’t...


Reset Your Body's Clock

Here’s how to bypass jetlag, and get your internal clock in sync...


DIY Fitness

Modern tools and devices may save us minutes, but they can literally take...


Heart-Healthy Meal Plan

Base your diet on these groups, getting the number of daily servings recommended,...


Headache Helpers

Migraines are a mysterious ailment, whose cause is debatable. The medical...


Choosing the Right Vitamins

Been vitamin shopping lately? If you have, you probably needed to visit...


8 Tips to Control Hunger

The sight of food can make your mouth water even if you’ve just had...


9 Ways to Better Manage Your Medicines

We may be a nation of pill poppers, but we don’t always take our...


Video Game Fitness

Until recently, video games were the enemy of physical fitness. They encouraged...


Oxidative Stress: Avoid the Path to Heart Disease

We’ve all heard that high cholesterol counts can lead to serious...


Have a Healthy Holiday

When many of us take a vacation we seek to relax. We spend long, lazy days...


30 Ways to Cut 100 Calories

Shave just 200 calories a day from your diet -or burn them off with simple...


What is Metabolic Syndrome?

This condition has been referred to as a “public health time bomb”...


10 Healing Herbs

There’s a whole new arsenal of supplements that natural medicine...


Am I Normal or Nuts?

Do you talk to yourself? Cry at beer commercials? Forget where you left...


A Blood Pressure Primer

High blood pressure is often symptomless—a “silent killer.”...


Caring for Your Ears

If it seems like someone turned down the volume a couple of decibels, don't...


Are Fortified Foods Nutritious?

If you don’t have time for cereal, milk, and juice, you can just...


Are You Fatter Than You Think?

Being pleasantly plump was once considered a symbol of good health and...


Control Your Cholesterol

Cholesterol has had a lot of bad press in recent years, taking the blame...


The Truth About Carbs

The mania for restricted-carbohydrate eating programs has brought a whole...


Winning the War on Cancer

A growing understanding of Canada’s top cause of premature death...


How to Get the Most Out of Your GP

Going to the doctor can be confusing and time-consuming. Here's how to...


The Nitty-Gritty On Air Pollution

Sure, you’ve heard that smog is a problem, but do you know how much...


Should I Take a Supplement?

Health food stores are crammed with assorted supplements to boost your...


3 Weight-Loss Shortcuts

If you’ve been working hard at the gym, and your patience is wearing...


10 Ways to Wake Up

You were up late watching Law and Order on Bravo, and morning...


5 Ways to Tickle Your Funny Bone

Laughter can strengthen your immune system and reduce your risk of heart...


Laughter Is Good Medicine

Making time to laugh and play can boost your health. Experts say that laughter...


Guide to Quick and Healthy Cooking

Being pressed for time is no excuse for eating junk. Check out these smart...


Have Heart Health for Life

Slash your risk of heart disease with these tips to keep your ticker in...


Rethinking Drinking

There’s been great news about the health benefits of alcohol in recent...


Minor Medical Mishaps

You can't go running to the doctor for every minor burn, scrape, or dizzy...


How to Speed Up Slimming Down

Hoping to drop a size before your upcoming class reunion? Determined to...


Doing Without Drugs

Before you rush off to fill a new prescription or to alleviate a chronic...


Controlling Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

If all that typing is taking a toll on your wrists, but you can’t...


Feel-Good Five-Minute Meditation

Fellow workers driving you crazy? Feeling tense? Slash stress and carve...


What's Your Shower Personality?

How we shower can say a lot about us. Can you find your shower personality...


Exercise Your Mind

Want to keep your brain fast and nimble? You need two kinds of exercise-...


Have a Good Hair Day

Believe what you see on TV and you might get the idea that only brand-name...


4 Good-Health Guidelines

We're bombarded with new information every day—what to eat, how much...


Feel-Better Baths

A long soak in the tub can boost your circulation, alleviate your arthritis,...


Having a Bad Air Day?

Air pollution is a key contributing factor to the increasing prevalence...


Detoxify Your Life

The world is full of toxins, but that doesn't mean you should throw...


Fight Back Against Germs!

Germs! They're everywhere. Here are some simple strategies for protecting...


10 Tips to Improve Your Sight

They are two of your most precious possessions, but chances are, you take...


The Dark Side of Drinking

Having a glass of wine with dinner, or enjoying a pint at the local pub...


Vanquish Varicose Veins

With bathing suit season around the corner, it's time to start perfecting...


Banish Back Pain

After the common cold, back pain is the second leading reason that Canadians...


Get a Handle on Anxiety

Your heart is pounding, and your breath is coming in short gasps. The world...


Cold Sore Cures

Cold sores can sneak up on you, and keep coming back. Catch them early,...


Indigestion? Try These Tummy Tamers

The holiday season can take a toll on your tummy. These simple solutions...


Love More, Live Longer

The free love of the '60s may have gone out of style, but there’s...


Tips for Taking the Weight Off

Obsessed with dieting, we're actually becoming fatter! In Canada, close...


10 Ways to Hear a Pin Drop

If you find yourself turning up the volume on your speakers, you’d...


Easy Ways to Catch More Zzzs

Say good night to sleep problems, and stop counting sheep. With these tips...


Look Younger, Naturally

Starting to look and feel like some stale-dated product left on the shelf...


Are You SAD?

You’re not the only one with the winter blues. Seasonal affective...


Be a Better Lover

Has sex become a tired routine? While hormones may deplete with age, nurturing...


The Road to a Glowing Complexion

Beauty is only skin-deep, but the importance of skin goes a lot deeper....


Sneaking in Fibre

Fill up on fibre by making minor modifications to your diet. You can get...


Defeat Your Dietary Downfall

Most people have an Achilles’ heel when it comes to weight control....


How to Dodge a Nasty Cold or Flu

Sick of suffering through the sniffles? Next time you feel a cold coming...


10 Stress Busters

Feeling frazzled? Get your act together by learning to reduce your load...


9 Tips for Active Weekends

Make the most of your downtime with these suggestions for instant fitness...


Exercise Made Easy

Learn to make the most of your workout and love it with these tips. Turn...


Fighting Fatigue

If you keep nodding off at meetings, and yawning your way through lunch,...


10 Ways to Escape the Tube

Are you tired of watching your evening go down the tube as you sit spellbound...


Banish Bad Breath

Do you have the breath of a fire-breathing dragon? Whether you need a fast...


Maximizing Your Memory

Can’t recall the name of someone you just met? Learn the tricks the...


Try Your Mind at a Memory Challenge

So, you think you have a freakishly good memory? You can even recite the...


6 Numbers to Save Your Life

Here are six measurements that will provide a multifaceted view of where...


Get Energized

Find yourself dive-bombing the couch by mid-afternoon? Feeling more sluggish...


Tips to Keep Your Diet On Track

Dieting can be downright difficult, but don’t get yourself down....


How to Get Fit and Stay Fit

Stick to your New Year's resolution to get fit by being prepared. Before...


Stay Safe to Stay Active

Week after week you feel your endurance building. Then—wham!—you...


Natural Ways to Nix Depression

Sometimes it seems like we live in the Prozac Nation. Everyone and their...


Living a Long Life

Want to live to a ripe old age? Start now. "It's what we do with our...


Food to Change Your Mood

Have a tendency to quell your sorrows with snacks? You might be on the...


The Anti-Cancer Diet

It’s increasingly clear that certain dietary elements may help...


How to Burn Fat Fast

Shedding those last few pounds can be an uphill battle. Stop sweating it...


How to Handle Hangovers

The holiday season is a time of decadent eating and drinking, but consuming...


Heal Those Chapped Lips

It’s one of the few flaws in our otherwise almost-perfect design:...


Sleeping with the Enemies

It’s fall and you’re starting to spend more time indoors...


Brew Up a Cough Taming Tea

Sometimes things that feel good are actually good for you. A cup of hot...


Side-Step Sick Airplane Syndrome

"Sick building syndrome" has taken to the skies. Research is...


Dirt's Little Secrets

Did you know making your bed is a BAD thing? Find out why, and learn...


10 Ways to Cut Saturated Fat

Getting rid of the saturated fat in your diet does not mean you have to...


A Pill to Prevent Breast Cancer?

Revolutionary drugs that block or stop estrogen are extending the...


The ABCs of Hand Washing

Roughly one-third of North Americans have forgotten one of the most basic...


What is Early Onset Alzheimer's?

Early onset Alzheimer's is even more devastating than the more common form...


The Sun Salutation Yoga Routine

A series of 12 graceful, flowing postures, the sun salutation is regarded...


The Mystery of Early Onset Alzheimer's

Early onset Alzheimer's turns fully grown adults into completely dependent...


Breast Cancer Screening Guidelines

Since so many types of cancers are now curable when found at early stages,...


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