Health & Wellness

Thick, comforting, and full of nourishing mineral-rich ingredients — this is the soup you'll want as the weather turns cool. Red lentils and leafy spinach anchor a rich aromatic base of garlic, ginger, and smoky paprika, finished with a bright squeeze of lemon.

Nature immersion has long been known to promote psychological restoration and reduce stress — but most of this research focuses on green spaces. What about blue spaces? Discover how interactions with water — from cold plunges to riverside walks — can profoundly benefit your mental and physical health.

With shorter days and kids back to school, autumn means more time indoors. But how much attention do we pay to the quality of the air inside our own homes? From mould and gas stoves to forever chemicals, discover the three biggest indoor air threats — and what to do about them.

Sexual health education is about science and safety — not shame. Starting these conversations early gives children the language, knowledge, and confidence they need to protect themselves. Here's how to start, and how to keep going.

School's out — and so are bedtime routines. Longer days, summer heat, and screen time can all disrupt children's sleep in ways that ripple through mood, behaviour, and health. Here are practical, proven strategies to help kids get the rest they need all summer long.

Introducing children to herbal medicine doesn't have to start in a supplement aisle. It starts in the garden — with their hands in the soil, their noses in the herbs, and a cup of chamomile tea. Discover gentle, kid-friendly herbs and how to make plant medicine a natural part of family life.

How a nutrient is delivered matters as much as how much of it you take. Aurora Nutrascience, a Toronto-based Canadian manufacturer, has built its entire business around that idea — using true liposomal technology, validated by the University of Toronto, to help nutrients survive the digestive tract. Here's a look at the brand and the three Aurora products we carry at Greenbrook Natural Foods.

Chronic low-grade inflammation is the common underlying pathway of conditions ranging from heart disease and arthritis to cancer and depression. The good news? A few targeted lifestyle changes — in what you eat, how you move, and how you manage stress — can make a profound difference.

Chronic pain is complex, deeply personal, and often inadequately addressed by conventional medicine alone. Explore how combining alternative therapies with traditional treatment — from TENS and sound therapy to anti-inflammatory nutrition and sleep support — can open new paths toward comfort, balance, and healing.

You've packed the sunscreen and bookmarked the sightseeing spots — but have you planned your hydration? Staying properly hydrated during travel can mean the difference between a great vacation and coming home sick. Here's everything you need to know before you go.