A cold can of pop may satisfy your thirst on a hot day, but it isn't doing any favours for your teeth.
We all know certain foods (especially sugary ones) lead to cavities, but they can also cause pain to people with sensitive teeth. According to a recent study...
(3) Comments | Posted May 13, 2013 | 11:54 AM
We've heard of some bizarre "phantom" pregnancy symptoms that men go through when their partners are expecting, such as morning sickness, cramps and mood swings.
But weight gain is by far the most understandable side effect that soon-to-be dads have to deal with (which is still...
(0) Comments | Posted May 1, 2013 | 2:36 PM
The loss of a pet can be a difficult time for the whole family, but telling your children Fido went on vacation only makes it that much harder.
"Even if you may need time for you and your partner to discuss the details, you shouldn't leave the children out,"...
(2) Comments | Posted April 25, 2013 | 8:10 AM
Known for his roles on TLC's "Take Home Chef," and other reality food shows, and that hard-to-forget Aussie accent, celebrity chef Curtis Stone knows a thing or two about food.
The 37-year-old, dubbed "The Quiet Terminator," practices a hands-on approach to healthy cooking and bringing back easy...
(1) Comments | Posted April 22, 2013 | 2:08 PM
You don't have to stop working out just because your engine starts running out of fuel.
If you've been slacking off with your workouts, don't blame your age. It's time to hit your body's restart button.
"There is really no age that a person should stop doing activities....
(3) Comments | Posted April 12, 2013 | 10:47 AM
Tis the season to be snotty, itchy and sneezy.
Springtime should be about warm weather and outdoor actives, but for some, it only means annoying allergies.
You may not even realize you have them. Since runny noses and sneezing are common symptoms of a cold, Dr....
(11) Comments | Posted April 5, 2013 | 1:50 PM
We're used to feeling inspired by fine art or even confused by it, but in this case, these incredibly lifelike paintings of food just make us want to drool.
Erin Rothstein, a 26-year-old Canadian artist based in Toronto, says her love for food is more than just art...
(5) Comments | Posted April 4, 2013 | 5:56 PM
You may hear people say they can't afford to eat healthy, but as it turns out, some of the healthiest foods in grocery stores won't make a dent in your wallet.
"I do think that we can eat healthy for the same price as eating unhealthy foods. Eating at...
(1) Comments | Posted April 3, 2013 | 3:47 PM
When it's time for spring cleaning, you arm yourself with brooms, mops and dusters with the best of intentions to do down and dirty work in every corner of your home. But often the most filthy and cluttered spots are out of sight and ignored.
If you already have your...
(1) Comments | Posted March 28, 2013 | 3:07 PM
Psst — the secret to losing and maintaining a healthy weight is something you already know how to do.
A combination of a wholesome diet, consistent exercise and pinpointing the root of why you want to lose weight, are all ways to stay fit and maintain it, says
(27) Comments | Posted March 21, 2013 | 5:40 PM
The shocking nutritional facts about many sugar-loaded drinks have been well telegraphed. You should probably stay away from a Starbucks Venti Iced White Chocolate Mocha and the number of calories in a Wendy's Caramel Frosy Shake will blow your mind.
Meanwhile, a new Harvard study linked almost
(6) Comments | Posted March 14, 2013 | 3:34 PM
There really is no secret to getting flat abs: We all know toning any part of the body requires a healthy diet, exercise and patience.
Shedding belly fat in particular doesn't only take a long time, but our abdominal areas tend to store more fat compared to other parts...
(0) Comments | Posted March 13, 2013 | 11:23 AM
You often hear the phrase "money talks" — but why is so hard to actually talk about money?
"Money is something very personal. Some people work really hard to make ends meet and it becomes a sensitive topic," says Carey McBeth, an etiquette specialist based in Vancouver. "People...
(2) Comments | Posted March 12, 2013 | 10:53 AM
Each week, the Huffington Post Canada's Living team will try out something that has sparked our curiosity, and as long as we live to tell the tale, we'll let you know all about it.
Test Drive Subject: Microsoft's Surface Windows 8
Price: $900
What It Is: The...
(28) Comments | Posted March 7, 2013 | 3:35 PM
If an apple a day can keep the doctor away, can a plate of meat do the same?
We all know what kinds of foods we should eating daily — mix in fruits and vegetables, some dairy, some type of meat, a few carbs, and you're making every dietitian's dream...
(12) Comments | Posted March 6, 2013 | 4:51 PM
At 2 a.m. on Sunday March 10, most people across the country — or more accurately, their clocks' automatic devices — changed their time an hour ahead (or spring forward) to begin daylight savings time.
Technically called daylight saving time, this adjustment in time happens twice a year,...
(0) Comments | Posted March 6, 2013 | 6:05 AM
You bounce on it, roll on it and it even flattens your belly.
The stability ball has become a fitness class staple, but these inflated rubber spheres also help make your workout routines a little more intense.
"Stability balls are great for making exercises more effective," says L.A. Russell,...
(112) Comments | Posted March 4, 2013 | 4:27 PM
You might not be able to tell from all those beer commercials, but on a global scale, people are actually abstaining from alcohol. Even if the rest of the world isn't downing pints, however, Canadians seem to be drinking on their behalf.
(8) Comments | Posted February 27, 2013 | 3:49 PM
If you haven't eaten sushi, spring rolls or samosas yet this month, we're guessing you will very soon.
Yes, so-called "ethnic foods" have stepped out from the sidelines and are becoming more of a staple in our daily diets, and as one survey suggests, more and more...
(11) Comments | Posted February 21, 2013 | 2:54 PM
It's strange trying to imagine French fries without ketchup or sushi without soy sauce — some condiments and foods are just meant for one another.
Condiments and spreads add that oft-needed kick to many dishes, and whether you're eating hummus as a dip or honey garlic chicken wings, these...

(7) Comments | Posted May 17, 2013 | 11:28 AM