Don’t you hate those persistent coughs that stick around after a cold? I’ve had one for a little over two weeks now, and my doctor just prescribed some heavy-duty prescription cough syrup that will “knock me out for the night” (his words). No... Read more
We hear it over and over again: being overweight or obese is bad for your health and can cut short your lifespan. They're even saying that kids born today in the United States will have a shorter lifespan than their parents due to weight-related health... Read more
In my mind, Jane Fonda is a feminist trailblazer on par with the likes of Gloria Steinem. Now hear me out: Not only was she one of the first actresses to publicly take a political... Read more
II have never been a fan of doing sit-ups. Not only are they mind-numbingly boring, but it always feels like my neck and spine are crunching right along with my abs. No matter how I try to adjust my technique, I still end up feeling the strain in all... Read more
Cherries are possibly my favourite fruit. I can eat far more than I should at a time, sour or sweet, and I've been known to schedule a visit to my parents' place in BC for when their cherry tree will have fruit. (Nothing is better than fresh-picked.) In... Read more
• Since a massive earthquake devastated the already impoverished country of Haiti on January 12, businesses, organizations and communities across Canada have banded together help relief efforts. Here’s what Canadians are doing to raise funds for Haiti—and... Read more
I just read an interesting article at BBC News (there's a video, too) about an innovative program running in a prison in the Indian province of Madhya Pradesh: by completing yoga courses,... Read more
I just got off the phone with an inspirational young woman who has spent two and a half years of her teen life battling cancer; and won. Lauren Donnelly from Georgetown, Ont., (that's her in the picture) was diagnosed with Read more
An exciting event will be taking place tonight at Hart House at the University of Toronto. Chefs Michael Smith, of TV show Chef at Home, and Best Health’s own Paul Finkelstein, will prepare a delicious four-course dinner with proceeds going to support... Read more
Fantastic news for Sir Mix-A-Lot and his ilk: A new study by a team of British researchers suggests that having a big butt may protect you from certain diseases. The review, published... Read more
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