Weed out health issues with these surprising supplements
Weeds are more than just an annoying part of your garden—they could also be a great add-on to your medicine cabinet. Weeds have powerful...
OMG! Could texting help you lose weight?
Better get fluent in emoji: a new study shows that texting your friends can help you—and them—to keep up with weight loss goals.
By roping...
4 things you NEED to know about cervical cancer
Last year, it was estimated that 1500 Canadian women would be diagnosed with cervical cancer. As such, it is imperative to listen to your...
Low-stress lower ab exercises for a stronger core
If you’re looking to give your abs a killer, low-stress workout at home, you’ve come to the right place—these three exercises will have your...
Burn fat with this extra-hot ingredient
Chili burns more than just your taste buds. According to a new study, dietary capsaicin (CAP) may help to address obesity by reducing endotoxemia,...
Is your multivitamin doing enough?
We understand—getting your proper vitamins and minerals through diet can be tough. And while taking a multivitamin isn’t a cure-all for all of your...
Is your favourite sweetener making you gain weight?
Put down the artificial sweeteners: a new study has identified erythritol, a sugar alcohol found in many low-calorie foods, as a biomarker for increasing...
Kick your late night snacking habit with these tips
Close that fridge door—your late night snacking habit could be causing you to gain weight.
Over the past decade, a variety of studies have shown...
Is yogurt key in avoiding osteoporosis?
While it is well-understood that dietary calcium is key in promoting bone health, a recent study shows that yogurt, specifically, may be a champion...
Got recurring UTIs? This could be the cause
If you have recurring urinary tract infections (UTIs), a kind of vaginal bacteria may be at fault. These microbes, known as Gardnerella vaginalis, were...