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asking for a friend: why is grapefruit forbidden with some medications?
there are more than 128 medications that are on the list of drugs that interact with grapefruit — ignore the warning and the results can be dangerous.
karen hawthorne
advice
jan 7 2022
grapefruit can cause the side effects of medications to intensify. getty

from moles in private places to what to do about unvaccinated family, here's some of the advice readers asked for in 2021
throughout the year, our asking for a friend columnist hears from readers looking for help solving dilemmas that are just too embarrassing to share with a friend. here are just a few of 2021's best.
healthing.ca
advice
dec 28 2021
writer maja begovic tackled questions from readers about whether leggings count as dinner- wear and why not brushing your teeth is well, gross. getty

asking for a friend: how do i tell my doctor i want a second opinion?
'you want to be confident with your doctor and the plan, and if that means seeking a second opinion, you should definitely ask for it.'
maja begovic
advice
dec 17 2021
if for any reason you’re not comfortable with the care you that you receive from your doctor, you’re entitled to explore other options. (getty)

asking for a friend: i have a crush on my doctor
pursuing a relationship with your doctor is fraught with potential pitfalls.
maja begovic
advice
dec 10 2021
if you’re inclined to let your crush know how you feel, there’s a possibility that things may feel awkward if he’s not interested in you. getty

asking for a friend: should fish smell fishy?
whether it’s salmon, trout, tilapia or herring, fresh fish has vibrant colour, shiny texture and a sweet smell.
maja begovic
advice
dec 3 2021
signs of freshness include firmly connected scales, as well as bright, red and moist gills. getty

advice: do i need sunscreen if there's spf in my moisturizer?
the main difference between an spf moisturizer and sunscreen is that the moisturizer hydrates skin, while sunscreen protects from the sun’s damaging uv rays.
maja begovic
advice
nov 26 2021
protecting your skin from the sun is important, even if you spend all day inside. (getty)

asking for a friend: standing desks are all the rage, but that doesn't mean you should never sit
alternating between sitting and standing may help control blood sugar levels, relieve pressure on the spine and reduce risk of cardiovascular disease and some cancers.
maja begovic
advice
nov 19 2021
whether it’s prolonged sitting or prolonged standing, neither is good for your health. getty

asking for a friend: is smoking half a cigarette healthier than smoking whole one?
with more than 7,000 toxic chemicals like tar, benzene and acetone, it's better not to smoke at all.
maja begovic
advice
nov 12 2021
nothing good comes from smoking. getty
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asking for a friend: why is grapefruit forbidden with some medications?
there are more than 128 medications that are on the list of drugs that interact with grapefruit — ignore the warning and the results can be dangerous.
karen hawthorne
advice
jan 7 2022
grapefruit can cause the side effects of medications to intensify. getty

from moles in private places to what to do about unvaccinated family, here's some of the advice readers asked for in 2021
throughout the year, our asking for a friend columnist hears from readers looking for help solving dilemmas that are just too embarrassing to share with a friend. here are just a few of 2021's best.
healthing.ca
advice
dec 28 2021
writer maja begovic tackled questions from readers about whether leggings count as dinner- wear and why not brushing your teeth is well, gross. getty

asking for a friend: how do i tell my doctor i want a second opinion?
'you want to be confident with your doctor and the plan, and if that means seeking a second opinion, you should definitely ask for it.'
maja begovic
advice
dec 17 2021
if for any reason you’re not comfortable with the care you that you receive from your doctor, you’re entitled to explore other options. (getty)

asking for a friend: i have a crush on my doctor
pursuing a relationship with your doctor is fraught with potential pitfalls.
maja begovic
advice
dec 10 2021
if you’re inclined to let your crush know how you feel, there’s a possibility that things may feel awkward if he’s not interested in you. getty
powered by
canadian centre for caregiving excellence

asking for a friend: should fish smell fishy?
whether it’s salmon, trout, tilapia or herring, fresh fish has vibrant colour, shiny texture and a sweet smell.
maja begovic
advice
dec 3 2021
signs of freshness include firmly connected scales, as well as bright, red and moist gills. getty

advice: do i need sunscreen if there's spf in my moisturizer?
the main difference between an spf moisturizer and sunscreen is that the moisturizer hydrates skin, while sunscreen protects from the sun’s damaging uv rays.
maja begovic
advice
nov 26 2021
protecting your skin from the sun is important, even if you spend all day inside. (getty)

asking for a friend: standing desks are all the rage, but that doesn't mean you should never sit
alternating between sitting and standing may help control blood sugar levels, relieve pressure on the spine and reduce risk of cardiovascular disease and some cancers.
maja begovic
advice
nov 19 2021
whether it’s prolonged sitting or prolonged standing, neither is good for your health. getty

asking for a friend: is smoking half a cigarette healthier than smoking whole one?
with more than 7,000 toxic chemicals like tar, benzene and acetone, it's better not to smoke at all.
maja begovic
advice
nov 12 2021
nothing good comes from smoking. getty
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save your skin foundation

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