Smoky Fire-Roasted Tomato and Bean Soup

This soup is an easy fix for any occasion. The beauty of it is that you can easily substitute a few items without compromising on flavour. Can’t find fire-roasted tomatoes? Add a generous pinch of smo

Vietnamese Chicken Phở’ Gà Noodle Soup

This recipe skips the MSG often found in restaurant pho and uses a traditional and punchy dipping bowl of kaffir lime, salt, and pepper instead. You can dip pieces of chicken before slurping mouthfuls

The 7 Best Immune-Boosting Supplements

We’ve compiled a list of the perfect supplements to stock up on so you can keep your system running smoothly.With COVID-19 becoming a larger and more worrisome epidemic across the globe, keeping your

Taking Charge of Men’s Health

Most men would rather clean the toilet than go to the doctor, according to 72 percent of respondents in a 2019 men’s health survey. Regardless of whether that toilet actually gets cleaned, men still d
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So Long, Screen

Are screens dominating your family time? These creative ideas (from a mom who’s tried them!) will make you excited about screen-free activities. Our tips will also help you make the most out of screen

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Body positivity has swept the nation. Self-acceptance of our bodies, even if we don’t match cultural size ideals, has evolved into a massive movement. Instead of obsessing over “imperfections,” social

4 Reasons to Fall in Love with Earthing

First off, what is earthing? Earthing—also known as grounding—refers to making direct skin contact with the surface of the earth, or connecting to the earth through the use of grounding tools. And her

The Truth About Plastics

It’s easy to think that plastic is plastic, but the truth is that there are so many types, and they all behave in different ways. Some are worse for the environment, and some are worse for our health.

Soft, Smooth, and Supple

Seeing red? In the mirror, that is. Dry, red, irritated skin can be caused by a multitude of factors, but it can also be prevented and treated by natural means. Your skin is unique When trying to diag

Listen To Your Gut

The internet is constantly atwitter with the latest diet strategies—what works, what doesn’t, and what to try next to shed that stubborn weight. That food has shifted from being a basic survival need

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No gym? No problem

Media inundates our lives, not only with news about impending doom but also with “influencers” inspiring or shaming about what should or shouldn’t be achieved while spending more time indoors. Shame i

3 generations of healing

Recovery from an eating disorder can be many things: scary, stressful, empowering. For the Ferguson family, this tumultuous time was also a catalyst, instigating a ripple effect of health and healing.

Quercetin: It could be your immune system’s new BFF

All about quercetin, the super supplement!Wait, what is quercetin? Quercetin isn’t a health supplement that’s widely known, and many would find it hard to say (hot tip: it’s pronounced like kwur-seh-t

Get Fit as a Family

Exercising together creates a healthier mind, body, and family connection. Commit to getting fit as a family with these creative and fun activities!It’s time to get off the bench and resolve to get fi

Adult Acne

Although acne is associated with teens, many adults also suffer. Here\'s how to clear your complexion, naturally.Those of us who suffered from acne as teens dreamed of when we’d grow up and our acne wo

Best Hair Practices

Understanding your hair and scalp type will help you customize a natural routine to keep your hair healthy and shiny.Many of us feel that our hair is a key part of our identity—or at the very least, a
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Mountain Food in Megève, France

The Toquisimes Food Festival is held in the village of Megève in Frances Savoie region famous mostly as a ski resort every October and is a showcase for local producers. For three days the sports co

A tour of Naxos the largest of the Cyclades, Greece

I’m heading for Naxos, supposedly the island where Dionysus, the god of wine and fun was born. It’s the largest of the Cyclades and probably the most fertile due to rain clouds forming on its mountain

48 hours in Ravenna in Italy

Ravenna, located in-between San Marino and Bologna in the northern Italian province of Emilia Romagna is a diverse region of seaside towns and historic cities close to the Adriatic Riviera. Base yours

A musical tour of Georgia, USA – Macon, Athens, Thomson, Savannah

“Hit the Road Jack”, in the words of Ray Charles, and discover the places where Otis Redding, Little Richard, The Allman Brothers and many other Georgian musicians started out. I arrive in Atlanta by

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Ocean Heroes Bootcamp – Fighting Plastic Pollution

Encouraging youth to pursue their passions and fight for what they believe in is a powerful way for parents to teach independence, inspire learning, and impart the importance of the impact they can ma

From Boys to Happy, Healthy Men

Encouraging boys to explore their masculine strengths while also learning to explore more typically feminine emotions can be challenging, given society’s narrow stereotypes. Find out why it’s essentia

The rise of vaping

With the dangers of nicotine having been firmly established over the years, fewer Canadian teens have been taking up tobacco. Now, however, there’s a disturbing related trend: more youth are vaping. T

Aren’t Your Kids Sweet Enough Already?

Why do children love sugar so much? It’s all biology’s fault. As young, growing, and somewhat vulnerable individuals, their bodies have a preprogrammed mechanism to help ensure energy prioritization t

So Long, Screen – Additional Resources

Where to find positive screen time online A blogger and mother of five, Patti Barnes knows a thing or two about positive screen time for kids. Here are some of her recommendations. YouTube playlists a

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Golden Hot Cocoa

Cozying up with a warm cup of cocoa is always soul soothing. This cocoa concoction will not only satisfy your sweet tooth but may also lift your mood. Natural cocoa powder is high in heart-healthy and

Mocha Quinoa Bowl

Though quinoa is highly nutritious, a lot of people are rather meh when it comes to its grassy flavour. But when disguised as a brownie-esque breakfast bowl with a caffeine-fuelled edge, quinoa become

Detox Salad with Tofu Mayo

This colourful winter salad is a delicious stand-alone dish or can compliment any menu. In the case of an entirely plant-based meal, pair it with our Smoky Tempeh over a bed of Confetti Millet.Versati

Ginseng Honey Toast

Though inspired in name and origin by Japanese Shibuya honey toast, which is a dessert often made with condensed milk or ice cream, this version is much lighter, with ginseng simply added to honey bef

Green Goddess Soup with Cashew-Turmeric Drizzle

Beyond its nutritional cachet, moringa powder lends this soup, which manages to be simple yet refined at once, a vegetal flavour that plays well with the creamy, slightly astringent turmeric sauce. Ma

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MENtal Health

According to the World Health Organization, over 264 million people of all ages suffer from depression. In Canada, one in five experience a mental health or addiction problem, reports the Centre for A

Make It A Family Affair

Type 2 diabetes was almost nonexistent among children three decades ago, affecting primarily adults 45 and older. Nowadays there is a worrying increase in cases among young people. What happened betwe

The Wonders Of Hyaluronic Acid

Have you heard of hyaluronic acid? You’re likely familiar with the term, since this star ingredient is included in everything from skin creams to joint supplements. However, you may not know exactly w

The Hormone Dance

From puberty to menopause and beyond, women are kept on their toes in an ever-changing dance with their hormones. Sometimes hormones can make you feel lousy—but you aren’t powerless. You simply have t

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The Hormone Dance

From puberty to menopause and beyond, women are kept on their toes in an ever-changing dance with their hormones. Sometimes hormones can make you feel lousy—but you aren’t powerless. You simply have t

What Is the Endocannabinoid System?

The history of cannabis use is a long one, stretching as far back as 5,000 years. It’s one of the first plants to have been used as a medicine, but it was also used recreationally and for religious ce

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Body positivity has swept the nation. Self-acceptance of our bodies, even if we don’t match cultural size ideals, has evolved into a massive movement. Instead of obsessing over “imperfections,” social

Go With Your Gut to Cut the Cravings

“Listen to your body” is good advice for the most part—when your body wants something perfectly reasonable, like a brisk walk. But other times, it can be problematic: what if your body is unmistakably

Improve Your Health at the Cellular Level

The word “cell,” derived from the Latin for cella or “small room,” describes the tiny biological structures from which all life is built. The human body consists of trillions of cells in total and hun

Diabetes 101

Diabetes is one of the most common chronic diseases in Canada. Yet it also seems to be one of the most poorly understood, with people’s knowledge of risk factors and complications being surprisingly l

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