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I was told I was 'very positive'. Doctors weren't referring to my attitude

I'd had HIV for 10 years without knowing.

2024-02-11T15:30:33Z

Best tea for weight loss: Its properties and benefits

Tea is considered a beverage that promotes weight loss. Typically, we prefer black or green tea, but white tea is definitely worth trying. It helps get rid of belly fat and positively influences the overall health, according to Wprost. White tea helps with excess kilograms White tea has several advantages, one of which is its ability to enhance the...

2024-01-09T10:39:37Z

Eating well for your body and mind

Mental illness can be a barrier to cooking. In Montreal's east end, a cooking instructor wants to help work around that. Joanne Harrison, a new cook, invited journalist Aimee Louw to join her in the kitchen for a dish.

2023-06-29T16:05:54Z

Recipe for good mood: Stress disappears, resilience increases

Even minor disappointments can disrupt plans, make you irritable and unhappy, and even lead to apathy. However, there is a recipe for a good mood, according to nutritionist Vira Kurin. According to the expert, a great recipe for a good mood is a salad with avocado, walnuts, and nectarines. The good mood will come from nectarine, which has truly won...

2024-01-04T05:31:02Z

Preparing for wildfire season: Ways to protect the most vulnerable

CBC health columnist Dr. Melissa Lem weighs in on preventative measures to protect ourselves and those we love during wildfire season.

2024-04-09T16:40:42Z

Long Covid leaves clues in the blood which could help with treatment

New research suggests that long Covid leaves distinctive signs in the blood which could potentially be targeted for treatment. Long Covid leads to ongoing inflammation which can be detected in the blood, according to findings from the largest UK study of patients admitted to hospital with coronavirus. Analysis shows that patients with prolonged sym...

2024-04-11T07:02:00Z

What to do if you wake up at night and can't get back to sleep, according to expert

Getting a decent night's sleep is important for our health, but a lot of us don't get the recommended eight hours. Three-quarters of Brits get less than eight hours of sleep, while one in six get by on less than six hours each night, according to YouGov. Meanwhile across the pond, over 17 per cent of adults had trouble staying asleep most days or e...

2023-12-11T13:01:19Z

2024-03-04T12:13:08Z

Which color of pepper is healthiest?

It turns out that each color of pepper has its own advantages.

2024-01-29T13:35:28Z

2024-04-18T01:43:53Z

Health Matters: Effectiveness of fans during hot weather

It could be another hot, dry summer here in B.C. But if you are looking to beat the heat, you might want to rethink the fan.

2024-04-15T17:28:49Z

2024-03-25T16:41:54Z

Gut health at risk: Fiber-degrading microbes declining in industrial societies

Israeli and German researchers advise eating more fruits, vegetables, and grains to help make up for the loss of gut microbes.

2024-03-19T08:31:06Z

How My Locs Journey Taught Me To Treat My Hair (And Myself) Better

As a little Dominican girl, I envied long, flowing hair — my mother’s and aunt’s beautiful soft wavy hair as well as my sister’s thick curls. I had kinkier, tighter coils that I wished were more manageable to untangle and style. At 9, I got my first relaxer for school pictures. As the white creamy mixture sat atop my virgin hair, the tingling sensation of my scalp signified the end of my childhood with kinky hair and the beginning of my life’s...

2024-03-26T14:31:50Z

Migraine: A common headache disorder that is underdiagnosed and undertreated

Migraine is a common chronic health condition and a leading cause of disability globally. However, even in Canada, with a universal health-care system, migraine is underdiagnosed and undertreated. This is an important public health issue since migraine is associated with reduced quality of life, affecting social life and relationships, productivity and overall health. Increasing awareness of migraine symptoms is critical for those living with...

2023-08-01T20:24:24Z

Maple syrup is a classic Canadian treat, but is it good for you?

It is a game-changer on pancakes, and it glistens on fresh fruit. But are we doing ourselves a disservice by consuming it? Is this classic Canadian treat, or liquid gold, as we call it, actually healthy? The Weather Network's Rachel Schoutsen asked the experts.

2023-03-15T17:47:53Z

Six main causes of dementia and how to prevent them

New study reveals six lifestyle factors responsible for 75% of dementia cases.

2023-10-05T02:53:32Z

Bad habits and how to break them

Bad habits can be anything from biting your nails to procrastinating. Clinical psychologist Monica Vermani joins Jennifer Palma on Global News Morning Weekend with more on how to break free from bad habits.

2024-03-24T20:53:01Z

Spring cleaning dilemma: How much disinfecting is too much?

Spring cleaning is a time when people tackle tasks around the house they may not typically get to, whether clearing out the garage or finally organizing that messy junk drawer.

2024-04-02T08:27:32Z

Delicious foods that accelerate weight loss: Your essential list

Experts have named foods that are not only tasty but also healthy. They help stick to a diet and shed extra pounds. It's important to remember that in weight loss, mathematics matters - you must consume fewer calories than you burn. And these are the foods that provide satiety and speed up your metabolism, helping you lose weight faster, reports We...

2024-01-04T00:00:46Z

2024-04-17T23:13:50Z

Contentious day centre, supervised injection site opens in Montreal neighbourhood

A controversial safe injection site and transitional housing project in Montreal's Saint-Henri neighbourhood officially opened its doors on Monday. As Global's Brayden Jagger Haines reports, despite increased security measures, some parents and residents remain on edge.

2024-04-15T18:58:55Z

Olympic champion Suni Lee back in form after debilitating kidney ailment

Olympic gymnastics all-around champion Suni Lee revealed that at the height of dealing with a kidney disease last year, she questioned whether a return to top form was even possible. “My motivation started to fall,” Lee said this week at the Team USA media summit. “I could not bend my legs the slightest, I couldn’t squeeze my fingers, my face was s...

2024-04-17T16:10:30Z

How many litres of water should you drink a day and does tea count?

Drink up!

2024-04-17T09:47:08Z

A new drought-resistant mosquito carries West Nile virus into Alberta

A local expert says don’t expect a drought to save us from mosquitoes this year. A drought-resistant variety that carries the West Nile virus has appeared in Alberta and it strikes earlier in the year than most. Doug Vaessen reports.

2024-04-15T21:58:58Z

What causes post-infection coughs in adults?

If you've been sick, thought you had recovered, but still have a nagging cough that doesn't go away - you're definitely not alone. The Canadian Medical Association Journal is tackling the subject. Global BC medical contributor Dr. Birinder Narang explains what causes this cough and if it's contagious if you don't have any other symptoms.

2024-02-14T02:46:25Z

My 27 Tattoos Have Helped Me Reclaim My Chronic Pain

My life involves two kinds of needles. The first one is found at hospitals or doctor offices, a syringe that is used to test my blood, on the continuous quest to find out why my bones always ache and my body falls asleep in the middle of the day. According to the nurses who draw my blood on a monthly basis, my veins are notoriously hard to find. My body doesn’t want to comply with the syringes, and bruises flower in my elbow creases as they try...

2023-11-28T19:17:57Z

Is economic growth good for our health?

Is economic growth good for us? Put another way, we know that growing the economy is good for business and for creating jobs. But does it help everyone in society? One way to answer this question is to explore what it does for population health. Our health is one of the most important aspects of our lives, considering how it affects our everyday comfort and ability to survive. Given how wealth contributes to health on the personal, individual...

2024-01-15T20:17:46Z

The 3-minute yoga routine that can lower your blood sugar and stress levels

A little can do a lot.

2024-01-29T13:09:29Z

Moms Stop the Harm co-founder says safe supply has become harder to promote

Leslie McBain, a co-founder of Moms Stop the Harm, says it is harder now -- eight years into B.C.'s toxic drug crisis -- to promote the safe supply of drugs because of opposition from conservative politicians.

2024-04-16T00:23:53Z

Eating breakfast at this time could reduce heart disease risk

A French study suggests that eating breakfast and supper an hour earlier may reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke. This research emphasizes the importance of meal timing for cardiovascular health, according to The Telegraph. The study found that having breakfast at 8 am instead of 9 am decreases the risk of developing cardiovascular disease by...

2024-01-02T12:58:20Z

How can your kindergartener teach you healthy habits?

Nearly 2,000 pre-schoolers across 74 different classrooms were part of this study.

2023-06-11T11:09:48Z

Research reveals ideal number of steps per day

It is widely believed that the journey to a healthy and long life begins with taking 10,000 steps every day. For those leading a sedentary lifestyle, this target may seem like a challenging goal that requires some effort. However, in reality, the number of steps needed can vary for different groups, writes The Lancet. Researchers analyzed data from...

2024-01-16T17:35:57Z

Tick season is here. Here's how to protect your pets

Spring is here signalling the start of tick season. Tick bites can be dangerous not only for cats and dogs, but for you. CBC’s Tara McCarthy spoke with veterinarian Dr. Navjot Gosal about how to stay safe from bites.

2024-03-24T10:09:43Z

Doctors urge caution when giving children melatonin

Some Canadian doctors are urging caution as a new study shows more teens and kids are taking melatonin to help them sleep. Many are using it long-term, but there is limited research on its safety for adolescents.

2023-12-08T18:40:57Z

2024-04-05T12:51:20Z

This diet can help you manage your irritable bowel syndrome

Up to 25% of the world's adult population suffers from various symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome and digestive disorders. This treatment method could help them.

2023-07-19T10:12:30Z

Infrared fitness: Feel the heat of summer with added health benefits

Victoria Fenn Alvarado tries out Infrared Fitness to discover the benefits electromagnetic radiation can offer to your workout and your health.

2024-03-28T12:25:50Z

Yes, It’s Possible To Have Relaxed Hair That’s Strong — I’m Proof

I couldn’t tell you what my natural hair looks like, even if I tried (I imagine it would be coily and tight, coarse and thick). And I couldn’t tell you how to even begin to manage my natural hair, even if I tried. It’s because I have no memory of it — I can’t remember what my hair looked like before the age of seven, when my mother started taking me with her to our neighborhood salon in Brooklyn to get our strands relaxed. As a child, my hair...

2024-04-10T16:20:09Z

Two cups of espresso could help ward of Alzheimer's - study

Italian scientists: Coffee could avert accumulation of tau proteins and guard against Alzheimer's disease.

2023-09-16T16:51:15Z

10 most health-beneficial fruits to include in your diet

Most fruits are definitely a tasty and healthy snack for everyone. But if you're looking for the utmost nutritional benefits, you might be curious about the healthiest fruits to include in your diet. Here's a list of the most health-beneficial fruits you can make a salad with, add to oatmeal, or top pancakes, according to Prevention. Apples With sk...

2023-12-29T16:52:27Z

2024-04-17T17:09:31Z

I felt hopeful after my GP referred me. Four years on, I'm still waiting to be seen

It has always felt like an uphill battle to be properly seen and heard.

2024-04-15T13:11:41Z

I spent almost three years trying to find out what was causing my pain

It now takes almost 9 years to get diagnosed.

2024-03-06T17:23:16Z

Sleep deprivation benefited our ancestors, yet harms us now — but staying fit may help us cope

Humans need less sleep than our closest evolutionary relatives. However, we often sleep less than we need. Needing less sleep is a consequence of our ancestors’ choices to remain awake longer — a behaviour that led to evolutionary benefits. Sleeping less than we need is the result of our modern-day choices to remain awake longer, but in this case the behaviour is detrimental to our health and well-being. Our research, however, finds that fitness...

2023-07-16T12:28:23Z

The powerful health benefits of herbs and how to grow them

Canadians are finally reaping the benefits of homegrown foods. Whether you are just sprouting some seeds on the balcony or tending to an entire garden, herbs are a great addition — both easy and healthy!

2023-04-27T12:54:52Z

Alberta research team creating maps to track health impacts of climate change

A team at the University of Alberta is layering data to display which communities are more or less vulnerable to the health impacts of climate change. Emily Mertz explains.

2024-04-03T00:44:10Z

Through caring for her mother with Alzheimer’s, she learned to not forget about herself

After witnessing the positive effects of movement therapy on her own mother, dance therapist Carol Jones shares the importance of having both patient and caregiver connect through the practice.

2023-04-30T04:13:13Z

New study identifies several surprising benefits of moss

This may inspire you to look at moss in a whole new way.

2023-05-16T16:46:31Z

The benefits of boxing aren't just physical, this boxer says

Windsor's Jarelyn Castillo, 17, started boxing to lose lockdown weight. Now she's on Team Canada. Her coaches at Border City Boxing Club, Andre Gorges and Josh Canty, say she has potential for more.

2024-04-08T18:54:09Z