Health
Learn the latest health news along with easy ways to adopt a healthy lifestyle: From diet and weight loss tips to advice on managing and preventing diabetes, we'll keep you looking and feeling your best.
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This Is Exactly How Long You Need to Brush Your Teeth
You've (hopefully) been brushing your teeth since you were a small child. That kind of... -
What Causes Night Sweats? 14 Medical Explanations
Could your bed double as a wading pool by morning? Here's what causes night sweats—... -
18 Simple Rules to Follow If You Want to Live to 100
Life expectancy in Canada continues to rise—and so do your chances of becoming a... -
My “Hernia” Turned Out to Be Stage 3 Melanoma
This woman's love of the outdoors led to a diagnosis of melanoma. Now Sara Langill... -
Colin Mochrie: What My Daughter Taught Me When She Came Out As Trans
"When my child told me she was trans, I remember the fear: for her safety,... -
1 in 3 People Could Develop This Alzheimer’s-Like Disease by Age 85
A new disease mimics Alzheimer's symptoms in people aged 85 and older—but it's entirely different.... -
How to Finally Stop Biting Your Nails
This common nervous habit can leave your nails mangled, sore and prone to infection; these... -
13 Medical Reasons You’re Tired All the Time
You might think it’s a Daylight Saving Time hangover, an insanely busy schedule, or...
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Eating This Much Meat a Day Could Seriously Shorten Your Lifespan
A new study will make you rethink eating a lot of red meat. -
How to Calm Down: 24 Things to Do When You’re Angry
Are you an angry bird? Try these simple tricks to chill and think before you act. -
The 10 Most Common Causes of Erectile Dysfunction
You might not think that slightly elevated blood pressure or your medications could cause trouble... -
The Thyroid Cancer Symptoms I Ignored—But You Shouldn’t
My sneezing, coughing, and wheezing seemed like springtime allergy symptoms—but they turned out to... -
Nothing Stopped My Severe Migraines Until I Dropped This One Food from My Diet
I spent years trying to find my migraine trigger—but it wasn't until my baby... -
If You See These 12 Things on Your Body, Call Your Doctor
It's better to be safe than sorry. -
14 Diseases You Can Prevent Just by Washing Your Hands
To ward off everything from simple respiratory illnesses to deadly infectious diseases, this hygiene basic... -
14 Things Polite People Always Say
A few simple phrases will help you turn on the charm, navigate awkward moments, and defuse tension.
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Anxiety Attack vs. Panic Attack: How to Tell the Difference
These two conditions have similarities but are extremely different in terms of intensity and how... -
11 Silent Signs of Mono You Shouldn’t Ignore
The virus responsible for infectious mononucleosis (commonly known as mono) affects about 90 per cent of... -
15 Everyday Habits of People With an Impressive Memory
Having trouble remembering the name of the person you just met, or even where you... -
Why Do I Sweat So Much? 6 Medical Reasons Behind Excessive Sweating
If soaking through your shirts or having an extremely damp handshake leaves you feeling embarrassed—... -
50 Rampant Cancer Myths You Need to Stop Believing
Sometimes it seems like everything can cause cancer. Thankfully, that's not true, and neither are... -
Is Your Chest Pain a Heart Attack or Anxiety?
When you experience a painful sensation near your heart, it's natural to have chest pain... -
These 8 Foods Are Most Likely to Trigger Arthritis Flares
Protect your joints against pain and inflammation by avoiding these arthritis trigger foods. -
30+ Things Doctors Wish You Knew About Arthritis
For starters: This painful joint disease is actually a collection of more than 100 ailments—and...
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How to Get Rid of Hiccups: 18 Home Remedies That Actually Work
Why do hiccups always seem to strike at the worst possible moment? Here's how to... -
50+ Health Symptoms You Should Never Ignore
Don't dismiss these important cues from your body that could signal huge health problems. Your... -
17 Things You Can Do That Make Other People Instantly Like You
Want to be more likable? Buy yourself a gift and skip the Tylenol. -
What’s the Difference Between Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke?
Are you suffering from heat exhaustion or heat stroke? Discover the telltale symptoms to look... -
10 Warning Signs of Heat Stroke
Heat stroke is sneaky and silent—and it can be fatal. Learning how to spot... -
Leg Cramps at Night: Why You Get Them and When to See a Doctor
Here's the scoop on the surprisingly common condition. -
6 Unexpected Ways Your Gut Health Is Affecting Your Life
Is your gut bacteria up to snuff? If it’s not, you could experience a... -
Why Is Yawning Contagious?
Myth = busted!