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Don't Skimp on Sleep

Jordan Cieciwa | Posted 05.03.2013 | Canada Living
Jordan Cieciwa

Want to look years younger? Want a beautiful complexion? Sleep. When I started doing seminars for business seven years ago, sleep became a major focus for me and what I spoke about. Weight loss needs to be the byproduct of a healthy life, then its ROI is almost immeasurable.

Do Seals Sleep Like Humans?

CP | Michelle McQuigge, The Canadian Press | Posted 04.21.2013 | Canada Living

TORONTO - Some new insight into the sleeping patterns of seals could help shed light on the chemicals that lull humans to slumber, researchers said Tu...

Why I Trade Sleep for Alone Time.. Even When I Desperately Need Sleep

Robin Farr | Posted 03.11.2013 | Canada Alberta
Robin Farr

I know some parents who can function on very little sleep and so can quite handily go to bed late and still be fine when their offspring disturb their slumber. I'm not one of them. I need sleep - the undisturbed, drool-on-the-pillow-and-wake-up-when-I'm-damn-well-ready kind. And I'm sure I don't have to tell you that I haven't had enough of that in the last four-and-a-half years.

Ways to Improve Your Health for the New Year

Natasha Turner, ND | Posted 02.19.2013 | Canada Living
Natasha Turner, ND

Contrary to popular belief, improving your health is possible with just a few basic habits that take only minutes a day. Follow my advice and try these simple, fast and effective tips below -- and I promise you will boost your total wellness and see a new healthy glow as soon as tomorrow's sunrise.

Tired of Looking Tired? How to Handle Puffy Eyes

Natasha Turner, ND | Posted 01.08.2013 | Canada Living
Natasha Turner, ND

If you find that you are spending more and more money for the perfect under-eye concealer, or treatments to combat puffiness in your face, you should look at the root causes. In my practice I have found that the culprit behind those dark circles and puffy eyes can range from thyroid problems to food allergies. Here are some solutions to the five most common causes.

10 Health Conditions That Disrupt Sleep

Everyday Health | Posted 11.07.2012 | Canada Living

By Jan Sheehan; Medically reviewed by Lindsey Marcellin, MD, MPH Having problems going to sleep or staying asleep? A health condition could be ...

Could Sleeping Too Little Promote Weight Gain?

CBC | Posted 12.24.2012 | Canada Living

Not getting a good night's sleep can lead people to pack on pounds over time, say researchers who suggest regular sleep patterns to manage weight. ...

INFOGRAPHIC: How Many Hours Of Sleep You Really Need

The Huffington Post Canada | Posted 10.19.2012 | Canada Living

There's a reason why you shouldn't necessarily be sleeping like a baby. According to an infographic by viral website Fogs.com, sleeping like a bab...

Kaitlyn Terrana, Ontario Teen, Suffers From "Sleeping Beauty Syndrome"

CP | Sheryl Ubelacker, The Canadian Press | Posted 12.08.2012 | Canada Living

TORONTO - There was nothing sweet about Kaitlyn Terrana's 16th birthday. And she has virtually no recollection of her last birthday, her 17th, either....

New Scary Link Found Between Dementia And Sleeping Pills

CBC | Posted 11.27.2012 | Canada Living

People over the age of 65 who take certain sleeping pills or anti-anxiety medications may face a higher risk of developing dementia within 15 years co...

Does Being A Mom Really Make You Less Smart?

The Huffington Post Canada | Shelley White | Posted 09.14.2012 | Canada Living

Every new mother has had a "mommy brain" moment. Maybe she finds herself incapable of following the assembly instructions on the new baby swing, or ca...

Another Reason It's Called The Graveyard Shift?

CBC | Posted 09.25.2012 | Canada Living

People who work the graveyard and other non-9-to-5 shifts may face a higher risk of heart attacks, a Canadian review suggests. Shift work...

Why Catching Zzzs Together Can Improve Your Health

2 For Couples | Posted 06.06.2012 | Canada Living

We know that getting lots of sleep is good for you, but is getting lots of sleep with something else in bed with you even better? A new study s...

'I Slept For About Half An Hour' Before The Wedding, Says Prince William

The Huffington Post Canada | Posted 05.22.2012 | Canada Living

Just because you're royalty doesn't mean you'll always sleep like a king -- particularly when you're getting married in front of the world the next da...

Sleepwalking More Common Than Thought

CBC | Posted 05.15.2012 | Canada Living

Sleepwalking affects 3.6 per cent of adults in the U.S., more than previously thought, a new study suggests. Dr. Maurice Ohayon, a professor of psy...

New Sleep Apnea Test: Self-Diagnose At Home

CP | Helen Branswell, The Canadian Press | Posted 07.07.2012 | Canada Living

TORONTO - When Kathy Donkner was diagnosed with sleep apnea, she spent several nights in a sleep lab, hooked to scores of electrodes tying her to a de...

How Lack Of Sleep Is Linked To Obesity

CBC | Posted 07.02.2012 | Canada Living

Getting more sleep than average may help with maintaining a healthy body weight, a study of twins suggests. The genes behind ...

Beauty In Bed: 10 Ways To Get Beautiful While You Sleep

The Huffington Post Canada | Arti Patel | Posted 05.16.2012 | Canada Style

We’re all about making life easier. So here, in our regular feature 10 Tips, we’ll equip you with tricks that’ll make any task -- from buying ar...

Gadget Filled Bedrooms Hurts Sleep And Intimacy

CP | LuAnn LaSalle, The Canadian Press | Posted 04.30.2012 | Canada Living

MONTREAL - Bedrooms are getting crowded with gadgets, giving a good night's rest and nookie some serious competition, say sleep experts."Two things ha...

The Juggling Act For Working Moms: Tips From The Top

The Huffington Post Canada | Dawn Cuthbertson | Posted 12.08.2011 | Canada Living

No one ever said spinning plates is easy. Working moms can attest that just when they get their 'family' plate spinning at a nice rhythm, the 'job' or...

Losing Sleep Over Stock Markets: It's the Season

Lisa Kramer | Posted 01.03.2012 | Canada Business
Lisa Kramer

There are profound fundamental economic factors contributing to the recent financial turbulence, but basic human psychology also plays a pivotal role, especially at this time of year. And the upcoming daylight savings time change in Canada and the U.S. may compound the problem.

Should You And Your Partner Sleep In Separate Beds?

The Huffington Post Canada | Martha Edwards | Posted 11.21.2011 | Canada Living

Do couples who sleep together stay together? Not necessarily. While it's nice to imagine you and your spouse will happily sleep together for as long a...

Five Ways To Boost Your Metabolism

The Huffington Post Canada | Dr. John Dempster | Posted 10.08.2011 | Canada Living

Anyone who has a proactive interest in healthy living is likely very familiar with the phrase, 'Boost your metabolism.' There are many product clai...

Be Your BEST

Deri Latimer | Posted 11.03.2011 | Canada Living
Deri Latimer

Take time to regularly tune into your thoughts. What story are you telling yourself, and how well is that story serving you? When you notice a negative story and a negative feeling associated with it, stop and fill your brain with other thoughts that will serve you better.