We need them now more than ever While physically distancing and staying home to limit the spread of COVID-19, keeping our pantries stocked with healthy food options and necessary household supplies has been a top priority. If your local natural health retailer isn’t one of your go-to destinations for stocking up on supplements to support..
The basic needs for waiting out the COVID-19 scare With COVID-19 response measures increasing, including the need for self-quarantine, tensions are also rising. At first thought, getting to lounge around the house in your PJs may sound like a welcome retreat. But there are also lots of preparations you might want to take before having..
Delectable recipes for a healthy journey Over a woman’s lifetime, her health concerns and nutrient needs can vary. Of course, the best way to obtain optimal nutrition is from eating nutritious food. We’ve put together some excellent recipes that are not only delicious, but also packed with all the nutrients that women need in the..
Think you know? You might be surprised! The best way to protect yourself—and others—from getting sick, handwashing is pretty basic advice. But, just as a reminder, we’re sharing some useful information about when and how. When to wash your hands Before, during, and after preparing food Before eating food Before and after caring for someone..
Train for strength and a healthy relationship with our bodies “Strong not skinny.” It’s a familiar phrase among female fitness enthusiasts. You’ve likely noticed it creeping into discussions at the gym, in posts on fitness-focused social media accounts, or displayed on women’s workout tops. It’s a positive change—a productive development for women’s body image, right?..
Tips for work-related stress You don’t have to look far to find someone who is experiencing work-related stress. The World Health Organization (WHO) has classified it as an occupational phenomenon. Here’s how to fight back. Types of burnout The symptoms of burnout can include physical and mental exhaustion, depression, cynicism, and professional inefficacy, yet the..
Why, and how, to look deeper In the daily grind of constant doing, reflection can feel a far way off. Yet, without practising reflection upon what we’re doing, how we’re going about it, and why, that very doing can lose its meaning. Why reflect? For Jean Tsai, registered psychotherapist and counsellor, to reflect is to..
Strong immunity at every stage of life Your immune system faces different challenges at different stages of your life. Here’s how to give it everything it needs, no matter your age. Tots and toddlers The moment you leave the safety of your mother’s womb, your body is exposed to viruses, bacteria, and a host of..
Cooking with color is fun and healthy Blue is the color of calm. Cooking, in itself, can be calming too! Here, we celebrate the color blue with healthy and delicious recipes that are sure to wow. Creamy Wild Vegan Mushroom Toasts This is an amazing vegan creamy wild mushroom topping, if you can imagine cream..
Increase efficiency and enjoyment Have you found yourself working from home recently? You’re not alone. Working remotely is a new reality for many of us, but it’s not always an easy shift. Here’s how to make the most of it. Stick to a schedule Just like a routine in the office is helpful, creating and..