Health Experts Say: Stay Healthy!

With the whole world clamouring for information during the rapid spread of the virus that causes COVID-19 disease, the global public health community has been echoing a message familiar to all propone

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

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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

Travel Guide: 48 hours in Luxembourg – The Grand Duchy

March 2020 signals free transport for all in Europe’s richest country The Grand Duchy of Luxembourg. This tiny landlocked country, sandwiched between France, Belgium and Germany, is surrounded by rol

Roasted Chicken Salad with Tangy Beet Vinaigrette

Once you see the vibrant colour and taste the sweetness that beet powder lends to vinaigrette, you’ll be left wondering why you haven’t been adding it to your dressings all along. The sweet, tangy vin

Expert Advice for Protecting Your Mental Health During COVID-19

During the COVID-19 pandemic, people around the world are feeling anxious and full of questions about staying healthy. While supporting your immune system is a top priority, mental health is just as i

All the Little Ways Having a Pet Benefits Your Health

You do it because it’s your routine, or maybe you don’t do it because it’s become routine. Either way, you don’t enjoy working out anymore. It doesn’t have to be this way. Let’s make exercise great ag

Glorious Green Cooler

Ingredients2 English cucumbers, roughly chopped 2 cups (500 mL) green grapes 3 kiwi fruits, peeled Packed 1/4 cup (60 mL) fresh mint leaves 1 cup (250 mL) brewed green tea Still mineral waterDirection

Chocolate Cheesecake Crepes

Beyond its fanciful presentation, one reason to love this impressive-looking recipe is that it’s surprisingly easy to make. Prepare the crepes, sauce, and filling a day or two in advance, and then sim

6 Tips for Choosing a Natural Sunscreen

Every summer shopping list should include a natural sunscreen. Find out how to choose a product that best suits your needs.Can you feel it? Summer is just around the corner! In between booking your be

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A Sigh of Relief

One in four working Canadians describe most of their days as “quite a bit” or “extremely stressful.” And if this survey had been conducted in 2020, that statistic might have been a tad higher! While t

Pretty Healthy

How can you choose truly clean beauty products? Start by learning about preservatives, packaging, and pigments that could be hurting you—and then focus on better alternatives. Whether or not you enjoy

Carrot and Date Cupcakes

This is a versatile treat. They make a great cupcake and work equally well as a breakfast muffin. Top with your favourite frosting or spoon Greek yogurt overtop, drizzle with honey, and sprinkle with

Grapefruit and Lychee Fizz

Ingredients1 large red grapefruit, peeled and seeded 2 Tbsp (30 mL) lime juice 8 canned lychees, drained Sparkling waterDirectionsIn blender, combine together grapefruit, lime juice, and lychees until

Mother Nature’s Air Purifiers

Fight airborne toxins in your home by growing certain types of indoor plants.With winter fast approaching, we will be spending more and more time indoors. This is a perfect time to consider some speci

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
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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

Paragliding over Interlaken, Switzerland

Paragliding over Interlaken during winter (c) Mike Kaufmann“Once you have tasted flight, you will forever walk the earth with your eyes turned skyward, for there you have been, and there you will alwa

Product review: M4U 8 noise cancelling headphones

When you want to block out outside noise and listen to music as you would in your sitting room, PSB, the manufacturers of the MFU 8 headphones say their RoomFeel technology delivers just that. The M4

Hiking Gran Canaria, Canary Islands, Spain

The big surprise of Gran Canaria is how unspoilt it actually is but you’ll need to hire car to explore properly. Most tourist development is concentrated in the south and the interior is almost empty,

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Teaching Kids to Cook—and Care – Additional Resources

Get your family involved Here are some organizations across Canada that will give your kids valuable experience helping high-needs communities access nutritious food. Kids Cook To Care, Toronto Volunt

Stressed

Are your kids stressed? Are you stressed? As parents, we can teach our children how to cope with stress by learning how to deal with it ourselves.What are the best ways to help our children cope with

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

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

Surprising Benefits for Active Kids

Now that the kids are hitting the books, adequate daily exercise might become a footnote. Learn why active kids reap more benefits in and outside of the classroom!We all know that—as an overall rule—k

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Asian-Inspired Chicken Noodle Soup

Here’s a nutritional upgrade of the iconic cold- and flu-fighter soup that offers a fiery Asian twist. The searing serrano chili pepper is a smaller and more potent version of the jalapeno. If you wan

Warming Moroccan Turkey Stew

It’s a given that a delicious bowl of stew hits the mark on a cold November night. This warming stew has a fiery kick with the hidden cayenne in the spice mix. A little extra simmering will soften the

Chocolate Chunk Beet Bread

Ready for Insta-fame, beets lend this breakfast or dessert-worthy bread earthy sweetness and vibrant colour. Slices can be served with a smear of butter or your favourite nut butter, topped with dollo

Salmon with Cucumber Grape Salsa

This all-in-one recipe has a lot going for it. It brings together a myriad of flavours and textures to awaken your palate, but it also might just bring a smile to your face. The salmon in this recipe

Glazed Bumbleberry Pie in Coconut Hazelnut Crust with Lemon Yogurt Drizzle

This delightful tart is filled to the brim with “bumbleberries.” Not to mislead, though: there is no such thing as a bumbleberry. It’s actually a mixture of fruits and berries that some suggest origin

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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

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

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

Let’s Talk About Periods

I have a secret: once a month I menstruate. Although that’s not really a secret, is it? So why does our culture make us feel that periods need to be hidden? We hide our period products when we walk to

Permission to Love Yourself, Too

You’ve likely read that self-care is something we’re supposed to do, and maybe you’ve even dabbled in it on occasion. But women particularly have a hard time committing to it. Here’s how women in rece

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Kids’ Digestive Complaints

Does your little one have an upset stomach? Natural remedies can help ease kids\' digestive problems.When we think of digestive concerns, we typically imagine adults; however, tummy troubles can also o

Ahead of the Game

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The Detox Dozen

One daily habit that can have an overwhelming impact on your detoxification (for better or worse!) is your diet. You can strain your detoxification by ingesting food additives, pesticides, and other c

What About His Fertility?

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Mindfulness Education

School is often stressful for kids. Fortunately, our little ones can benefit from practising mindfulness during the school day.Being in the moment. Practising mindfulness. Staying present. We’ve heard

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