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Furry friends do more than sit, stay and fetch—they do wonders for your physical, mental and social wellbeing. According to veterinarian Annette Louviere, pets aren’t just good for your health.

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Not sleeping well? You might be sabotaging yourself. We got Mark Boulos, a neurologist and sleep health expert at Sunnybrook Hospital in Toronto, to share six changes you can make to set yourself up ...

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Many hair growth serums contain prostaglandin, which is a drug, so you should actually be using these products under a doctor’s supervision. If you’d like fluttery-long lashes or fuller brows, you’ve ...

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Learn how eating a diet of minimally processed plant foods can benefit your overall health. Plus, get a five-day sample menu to help you get started. Plant foods are getting a lot of love these days.