Health

Here’s where you’ll gain insight into the Canadian healthcare system and find answers to the questions you’ve always wondered about. Learn the signs of a stroke, why mammograms should happen before the age of 50 and if IV vitamin therapy is actually beneficial.

I Had a Heart Attack at Age 21

After suffering a heart attack at 21, Molly Schroeder's on a mission to educate everyone about heart risk and family...


8 Myths About CBD and Its Medicinal Benefits

Before you consider using CBD for pain, anxiety or a host of other ailments—or dismiss it entirely as a sedative...


16 Signs Your Heart Palpitations Could Be Something Way Worse

Usually, heart palpitations are no cause for concern—but in the presence of these other symptoms and scenarios, they signal serious...


Sleep-Inducing Products to Help You Fall Asleep (Or Wake-Up Easier)

From supplements and cannabis oil to night-lights and linen sheets, here are the newest sleep products you need to try.


13 Medical Reasons for Lower Abdominal Pain

Lower abdominal pain is common, and it can be a sign of a serious condition. Here are some possible medical...


9 Colorectal Cancer Risk Factors You Can Control—and 7 You Can’t

While colon cancer is the second most commonly diagnosed cancer in Canada, it's often preventable—if you know how to reduce...


Memory Test Time! 6 Common Memory Lapses and What They Mean

Our brains play games on us — so don't panic if you forget a name or misplace your keys. Bottom...


These Health Benefits of Pomegranate Are Definitely Unexpected

This ruby red fruit is delicious and healthy. But pomegranate benefits your mind, body, and skin even more than you'd...

The Supplements You Should Be Taking During Cold and Flu Season

An additional measure to keep your immune system as healthy as possible.


Surprising Benefits of Having Anxiety

Three ways to let your stress become your strength.


14 Medical Reasons for Your Chronic Lower Back Pain

You might have strained a muscle, damaged a bone, or at worst developed cancer. Learn the medical reasons behind chronic...


18 Things Your Doctor Wants You to Know About Thyroid Problems

An estimated 1 in 10 Canadians suffer from a thyroid condition of one type or another. Of those, as many...


11 Benefits of Ginger You Need to Know Right Away

Just a pinch of fresh ginger root can help to keep your body happy and healthy! Here's a closer look...


The Best and Worst Drinks If You’re a Diabetic

Liquid calories and nutrition can be good or bad for blood sugar and diabetes. Here's how you can get the...


10 Health and Wellness Benefits of Cocoa

Did you know that pure cocoa benefits your well-being? It packs antioxidants for a healthy heart and glowing skin!


10 Serious Conditions Directly Linked to Poor Sleep

Everyone has the occassional sleepless night, but if disrupted sleep persists it could be a symptom of a more serious...


50 Health Secrets Every Woman Over 50 Should Know

Learn what you need more of and what to cut out when you hit this important milestone.

The 10 Most Common Types of Cancer in Canada

Over 200,000 new cases of cancer are diagnosed in Canada each year. These 10 parts of the body—from the breast...


4 Wellness Elixir Recipes to Boost Your Immunity This Season

In order to stay healthy, carve out some time for a daily elixir.


8 Ways to Rejuvenate After a Night Out In Miami

Known for its raging nightlife, Miami is revamping that stereotype and quickly becoming the destination of choice for a self-care...


This Is How Long It Takes to Pass a Kidney Stone

Here's how long you'll probably be in pain.


The Best Time of Day to Take Each of Your Dietary Supplements

What time of day you take certain supplements and whether you take them with food or on an empty stomach...


13 Health Myths That Turned Out to Be True

Make sure your health knowledge is up to date.

11 Sneaky Causes of Indoor Air Pollution

Could the air quality in your home actually be worse than the pollution outside? Don't miss these hidden sources of...


10 Reasons to Escape to Palm Springs in the Name of Self-Care

This California hotspot is the ultimate wellness getaway.


13 Common Health Issues You Think You Have—but Probably Don’t

Here's what you need to know to get the right information and the right treatment.


The Best Gifts to Give Yourself This Galentine’s Day

Mark February 13th in your calendar and celebrate the best lady in your life (i.e., you!) with these remarkable gifts.


15 Almost Effortless Ways to Become a Morning Person

Like it or not, it's a morning person's world—and we all have to live in it. Here's how to make...


13 Foods High in Natural Probiotics

Add these fermented, probiotic foods to your diet to help fight inflammation, boost your immune system and improve digestion.