Articles by Alive

Think dementia is inevitable if it runs in your family? Think again. From sleep quality and oral health to blueberries and blood pressure, the habits that protect your brain are more within your control than most people realize.

Warm, spiced butternut squash and roasted pears layered over toasted crostini with a cloud of blue cheese whipped ricotta — the perfect savoury bite to kick off a Thanksgiving meal or autumn entertaining spread.

In today's fast-paced world, routines can anchor us to peace and calm — helping us manage cognitive load, imbue everyday activities with meaning, and live more harmoniously with the world around us. Discover how building the right habits can help you reduce anxiety, boost energy, and truly thrive.

A hearty vegetarian shepherd's pie with mineral-rich lentils, aromatic vegetables, and a smoky paprika base — topped with a velvety celeriac and potato mash studded with fresh thyme. The ultimate cold-weather comfort food, and it feeds a crowd.

When the air turns crisp and the sun sets before dinner, punishing workouts feel like the last thing you want. Enter cozy fitness — a gentler, more intuitive approach to movement that works with the season, not against it. Here's how to stay active, energized, and healthy all fall long.

Full of immune-fighting garlic and ginger, a touch of spice, and a runny egg yolk that becomes the sauce — this quick, nourishing dish comes together in minutes and works perfectly at any time of day.

More than 300 types of honey exist worldwide, each with a unique flavour profile and myriad health benefits. From manuka's medical-grade antibacterial properties to propolis's potent antimicrobial power, discover the world of honey and why it deserves a permanent spot in your wellness toolkit.

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.