Kale, coconut water, brussel sprouts, fresh-pressed juices – these are just a few of the health trends keeping people fit. Trends are constantly changing of course and so are we. As the New Year approaches with resolutions in mind, the Canadian Health Food Association (CHFA) gives insights into a few of these nutritional sensations.

“Oils were all the rage this past year, whether they were being applied topically or drizzled on our favourite salads,” explains CHFA president,...

When it comes to our health, is it possible to suffer from TMI – too much information?

About two-thirds of Canadians who are online use the web to search for health information. And almost 20% of smartphone users have at least one health-related app. Health and fitness represents the fast-growing app category.

This explosion of health care information can be valuable for Canadians who want to take care of themselves. Yet there are downsides, like separating good information...

With Ontario summers as fleeting as they can feel, there's no better reminder of how great the season can be than by celebrating with a backyard barbecue.

“Canadians braved a record-setting winter, and they are eager to pull off the barbecue cover and fire up the grill,” says Bob Betts, a spokesperson for the Ontario Natural Gas Alliance. “Barbecuing is no longer just about what's on the grill—in fact, pit-masters are looking for the most effective, economical and safest way...

Did you know that you can make an impact on generations to come by planning a future gift to the charity that you are passionate about?

One example is SickKids. Charitable gifts have helped the hospital with research breakthroughs of the kind that have made it a leader in children's health. ''Every year, more than 100,000 children come to our hospital with hopes that we can solve their health issues with life-saving care,” says Ted Garrard, President and CEO of SickKids Foundation....

Here is some good news for parents everywhere: Family time doesn't need to be elaborate to have a lasting impact on the growth and development of children. According to experts, building the bond between young kids and their parents is as simple as spending time together connecting through play.

“Positive, supportive relationships are very important during the early years of life,” says Deborah Weber, Ph.D., senior manager of child research at Fisher-Price. “They are essential...