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Discover the latest health news, along with practical tips on how to adopt a healthy lifestyle by improving your diet and moving more. From proven home remedies to advice on managing and preventing chronic health conditions, we’ll keep you looking and feeling your best.

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4 Reasons Why Fad Diets Are Bad for You

A quick weight loss program might sound like a good idea at the time, but you'll soon discover that fad...


6 Best Vitamins and Supplements to Take After Surgery

It can be difficult to bounce back after an operation, but a number of vitamins, minerals and nutrients can support...


The Hidden Downside of Your Social Media Obsession

It turns out social media may not be so social after all.


How to Overcome a Fear of Needles

Is a fear of needles standing between you and the COVID-19 vaccine? You're not alone. Here, medical experts share some...


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Meals That Heal: The Best Foods to Eat When You Feel Sick

Hippocrates had it right when he said, “Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.” When your body...


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50 Great Things to Do in Lockdown

Instead of focusing on the (very long) list of what you can't do, here are some productive ways to pass...


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10 Natural Concentration-Boosters

In our modern, fast-paced world, multi-tasking is concentration's biggest foe. Slow down and follow some of these strategies to bring...


Now That I’ve Got the COVID-19 Vaccine, Can I Visit My Family?

As the COVID-19 vaccine rolls out across Canada, infectious disease specialist Dr. Isaac Bogoch shares tips on how to keep...

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50 Natural Remedies That Really Work

From acne to allergies, you can probably find a cure for what ails you in your cupboards! Here are some...


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30+ Everyday Habits That Can Save Your Eyesight

Some simple habits can do a lot to protect your eye health. Here's what experts recommend so that you can...


9 Questions You Should Be Asking Your Pharmacist—But Aren’t

Drug safety experts reveal the nine questions every consumer should ask their pharmacist to avoid medication errors.


Everything You Need to Know About Supplements for Joint Pain

Supplements are widely used to manage joint pain, but the science on their effectiveness is limited. Here's what to know...


9 Red Flags in a Relationship that Mean Trouble

Whether you're dating or an already committed couple, pay attention to these warning signs that can mean trouble in your...


Medical News You Need to Read This Week

From state-of-the-art treatments to the latest discoveries, these medical news stories can have a positive impact on your life.


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The Scientific Reason a Stubbed Toe Hurts So Much (And What You Can Do About It)

Going barefoot or wearing open-toed shoes can lead to a stubbed toe. Whatever the cause, here's how to know if...


Is Google Making Us Sick?

The internet can help you make educated decisions about your health. It can also turn a headache into a brain...


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30+ Stress Management Tips from the Experts

Being overly anxious is not just a mental hazard—it's a physical one too. For your emotional and bodily benefit, we've...

10 Simple Secrets to Finding Your Happy Place

From cutting back on social media to helping others, these self-care ideas will help you find your happy place.


Is Your Facebook Obsession Feeding a Personality Disorder?

Sure, social media has become a normal part of life. But here's when it becomes a red flag about your...


The Best Sleeping Positions for Lower Back Pain

Beyond helping you get a better night's rest, this sleeping position may also help relieve your back pain.


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The 10 Greatest Canadian Health Discoveries

2021 marks the 100th anniversary of Banting and Best's discovery of insulin—a groundbreaking drug that changed diabetes from a death...


Health Alert: Hand Sanitizer Lasts Hours Less Than You Thought It Did

The germ-killing standby might not be as effective as you thought.


5 Yoga Poses to Try for Lower Back Pain

Build core strength and spinal flexibility with these expert-recommended yoga poses for lower back pain relief.

I Thought I Needed a Nap. Turns Out, I Was Having a Heart Attack

Not every heart attack is sudden and intense. This Elvis impersonator—and silent heart attack survivor—shares how skipping a nap saved...


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What You Should Know Before Trying to Cut Your Own Hair

Considering cutting your own hair during the lockdown? These practical tips from a pro barber could save yourself from making...


9 Clear Signs You Have Fatty Liver Disease

Your lifestyle could be seriously damaging your liver, even if you don’t drink much alcohol. Here’s how to spot the...


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30 Inspiring Quotes From Cancer Survivors

People who have survived cancer have been through a lot—and they've learned a lot. This wisdom may help you and...


How to Know if You’re “Doomscrolling”—And What You Can Do About It

Up late reading bad news on your phone again? Here's how to stop the unhealthy habit of doomscrolling.


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12 Things to Never Do After a Fight

Relationship fights may seem like the end of the world, but it's completely normal and healthy for couples to disagree....