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You’re Using Your Most Powerful Sense Wrong

  • 2026-09-07
Close your eyes and picture your grandmother’s kitchen. Chances are, before you see anything, you smell something. A…
H Heart
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  • 5 minute read

A One-Time Gene Edit Could Lower Cholesterol for Life. Here’s Where the Science Actually Stands.

  • 2026-09-03
New gene-editing trials show a single infusion can lower LDL cholesterol by over 50%. Learn how CRISPR tech could replace daily statins.
N Nutrition
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  • 6 minute read

You’ve Been Eating It For Years, And It Could Cause Harm To Your Liver

  • 2026-09-02
In Canada, high fructose corn syrup goes by glucose-fructose. Learn where this hidden sweetener lurks and how it impacts your liver health.
C Cancer
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  • 4 minute read

Health Canada Just Approved a New Drug for Hot Flashes in Breast Cancer Patients

  • 2026-08-28
Health Canada approves Lynkuet (elinzanetant), a non-hormonal treatment for hot flashes caused by breast cancer therapy. Learn how it works.
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  • 4 minute read

Ontario Is Expanding Primary Care Teams. Here’s What That Means for You.

  • 2026-08-27
Ontario is funding 124 primary care teams to connect 500,000 more residents to care. Learn how team-based healthcare works and your options.
N Nutrition
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  • 5 minute read

Good News for Coffee Lovers: Science Says Your Daily Cup Is Probably Doing You Good

  • 2026-08-20
Is your daily coffee good for your health? Discover what recent research says about mortality, heart health, and how much coffee you should drink.
B Brain
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  • 5 minute read

Living Near a Golf Course May Raise Your Parkinson’s Risk, Study Finds

  • 2026-08-18
A new study found people living within a mile of a golf course had significantly higher odds of developing Parkinson's disease. Here's what it means.
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  • 4 minute read

IBD Is a Gut Disease. So Why Does It Start Affecting Mental Health Years Before Diagnosis?

  • 2026-08-14
New research shows anxiety and depression often start years before an IBD diagnosis. Learn how chronic gut inflammation affects mental health.
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  • 3 minute read

Canada’s Cigarette Packages Just Got a Lot Harder to Ignore

  • 2026-08-12
Canada has launched new graphic warnings on cigarette packs and individual sticks. Learn how these updated labels aim to reduce smoking rates.
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5 Health Podcasts Worth Adding to Your Rotation

  • 2026-08-06
Looking for trustworthy health advice? Discover 5 reliable, expert-backed health podcasts, including 3 great Canadian shows, to queue up next.
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The Preservatives in Your Grocery Cart May Be Raising Your Blood Pressure

  • 2026-08-04
A new study links common food preservatives in processed foods to high blood pressure. Learn which additives to avoid for better heart health.
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Could the Secret to Better Sleep Be in Your Gut?

  • 2026-07-30
Struggling to sleep? Learn how your gut microbiome and the gut-brain axis control sleep hormones, and get simple dietary tips for better rest.

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