Smart Summer Skin Care

Smart summer skin care starts with avoiding sun damage. Covering up, using a suscreen with the proper SPF, and getting proper nutrition will protect your skin.Don’t let the summer sun blind you to its

Fiercely Female: Celebrate International Women’s Day

On March 8, we’ll be celebrating International Women’s Day! Join us in championing women throughout history, including their triumphs, their obstacles, and their future endeavours. You might be surpri

9 Ways I’ve Learned to Cultivate Inner Beauty

Six years ago, I embarked on a journey to get healthy and live a better life—not just for me, but for my children too. I wanted to feel more whole. Confident. Beautiful. So, I lost 100 pounds (45 kg).

Keeping Your Brain Healthy Can Be A Tasty Affair

Imagine being 90 (or 100) and having the sharp memory and cognitive skills of your younger self. It’s possible with a few lifestyle tweaks, some of which involve your taste buds. Yes, you can literall

Don’t Sweat It

Conventional antiperspirants contain some dangerous chemicals. Natural options are safer, effective, and widely available.Whether it’s the first day back at school, a big presentation at work, or a to

Italy: Parma – why this city will be on everybody’s lips in 2021

The city of Parma, famous for its ham (prosciutto) and cheese, is situated between the Adriatic sea and Tuscany. It is one of the largest cities in the north of the Italian region of Emilia Romagna an

Berry Buckle

Fruit buckles are a quintessential old-fashioned favourite. We’ve produced a more rustic version of the old classic using oats and oat flour but with all the familiar flavours. Cut the buckle into squ

City Farmers Chat and Chew

The weather on the day of Vancouver’s 8th Urban Farming Forum was typical for January: grey, wet, scatterings of dingy snow left over from a recent fall. It took some effort to imagine tomatoes ripeni

What You Need to Know About Seniors’ Health During Isolation

Seniors are an especially vulnerable group at this time, not only because they’re especially susceptible to the coronavirus infection, but also because there is an increased likelihood they will suffe

Chocolate for breakfast!

When it comes to chocolate, this is the most indulgent time of year. For the month of love, you really can’t go wrong with indulging in the dark delight. And let’s be honest: we’ve all woken up with c

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Seared Sablefish with Swiss Chard Gomae and Pickled Salad

From fish to dark leafy greens, our spin on a light Japanese lunch is loaded with brainy ingredients. Sprinkle with peanuts—another smart food—and you’ll love the added crunch. Tip Blanching green veg

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

Travel in the COVID world – is there a way to stay on the move?

“You must stay at home” Boris utters five crushing words, and that’s it; eight flights cancelled, hotel bookings doomed and the supermarkets run out of toilet rolls. A new normal we are told, well, it

Matters of the Heart

Men and women experience heart attacks in unique ways. The stories of two heart attack survivors demonstrate just how different the experience can be and why paying attention to what our bodies are te

Botanical Balms

Plant oils provide a simple, natural way to achieve moisturized, healthy skin.Whether your skin is dry, damaged, or oily, you can find a plant oil that will help you restore your natural radiance. Unl

What is Regenerative Agriculture?

So what is regenerative agriculture, and why should you care? The future of food and the fight against climate change may very well rely on a method of farming called regenerative agriculture. There’s
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Italy: Parma – why this city will be on everybody’s lips in 2021

The city of Parma, famous for its ham (prosciutto) and cheese, is situated between the Adriatic sea and Tuscany. It is one of the largest cities in the north of the Italian region of Emilia Romagna an

Five fabulous live zoo cams to enjoy from home

Dublin Zoo camStaying at home does not mean you cannot visit the zoo. We have found five zoos with fabulous live cams to spend some time enjoying animal capers in real-time. San Diego Zoo, California

Getting Active in Bern, Switzerland

Bern’s old town is UNESCO protected and the layout of its wide streets goes back to medieval times. It was founded in the 12th century on high ground, circled by a tight U-bend of the River Aare, maki

352 airports are named after high flying people. Only 16 woman are included. Who are they?

According to research compiled by flight comparison site Neflights, there 352 airports globally identified as having adopted eponyms i.e. named after people. For example, Pisa’s Galileo Airport, New

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Forever Young

The day that everything changed When Warren had shoulder pain and trouble breathing in 2010, he did what anyone in his situation would. He went to his cardiologist. One angiogram later, the now-retire

Gratitude

Gratitude isn\'t just for Thanksgiving. Learn why it\'s important to give thanks every day of the year, and how to instill gratitude in kids.Practising gratitude daily, rather than just on Thanksgiving

The 11-Year Old CEO

Can kids be entrepreneurs? With a marketable skill, a passion for helping others, and the right support system—absolutely.Ella Psaila seems like a normal 11-year-old. She loves bacon, moustaches, and

Winter Gear Roundup

What comes before the cool winter adventure? Planning, of course.What every winter getaway needs—aside from a sense of adventure and wonder—is some planning. Along with basic supplies such as water, s

Healthy Super Kids

Even the healthiest of kids are susceptible to common childhood illnesses. Learn how to treat colic, ear infections, and other illnesses with natural remedies.Sniffles, coughs, earaches, tummy trouble

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Smoky Eggplant-Mushroom Dip with Lentils

This Middle Eastern-inspired grilled eggplant dip (moutabal) gets an infusion of umami flavour courtesy of mushroom powder. Powdered lion’s mane, reishi, and cordyceps are good options. Use ripped pie

Delicious Chia Fruit Jam

No berry story is complete without a reminder about how to make easy jam in minutes. Chia Fruit Jam to the rescue. The rich berry taste isn’t trivialized by massive amounts of sugar, thanks to the chi

Berry Buckle

Fruit buckles are a quintessential old-fashioned favourite. We’ve produced a more rustic version of the old classic using oats and oat flour but with all the familiar flavours. Cut the buckle into squ

Gluten-Free Panko-Crusted Black Bean and Sweet Potato Burgers  

These burgers have an addictively crispy outside and are soft and chewy inside, with plenty of protein from cooked black beans. You can use commercial gluten-free panko or bread crumbs or make your ow

Mashed Potato Tempeh Pie

Stealth add-ins such as miso and soy sauce add umami depth to this plant-based riff on shepherd’s pie that is sure to leave everyone around the table searching for the like button—even the most devout

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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

Real Food for Thought

We’re learning that the foods we eat have a profound impact on how we feel, think, and behave. In fact, our diet is increasingly being recognized for its role in brain and mental health. Nutrition and

Examining the Role of Vitamin D in COVID-19

We’ve been maintaining a strong focus on our health and immunity this year, and for good reason. The practice of good hygiene and social and physical distancing combined with a strong immune system ar

Cannabis In Cancer Treatment

Becky Lee remembers being in shock when, in 2017, she found out she had breast cancer. Once she began learning about what lay ahead—a mastectomy, chemotherapy, and radiation—she decided to add cannabi

Insulin Resistance & Cardiovascular Disease

Refined carbohydrates, sugar, and insulin resistance are emerging as key factors in cardiovascular disease. Learn how high insulin levels damage your heart and circulatory system and what you can do 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

#BoPo

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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