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In September 2019, an estimated 6 million concerned citizens worldwide assembled in the streets to strike for the climate. Inspired by 16-year-old Swedish activist Greta Thunberg, demonstrators in the

Soupe au Poulet à la Française with Fennel, Vermouth, and Tarragon

This luxurious soup skips the time-consuming broth-making step and uses poached chicken breasts in quality stock instead. That way the clean flavours of fennel and leeks caramelized and deglazed in ve

Get a Lock on Healthy Lips

This winter give your lips some tender-loving lip care to keep them smooth and supple for Valentine\'s Day - and all winter long.Smack dab in the middle of the coldest month of the year is a day that c

Tame the Barbarians

Is your face paying the price for the daily shave? Men, a few simple shaving tips and some moisture-restoring essential oils can give you a baby-smooth face.Whether you are making a fashion statement,

How to Be Sun Safe

Do you know what to look for (and avoid) in sunscreens? This natural sun protection primer reveals which ingredients can keep you safe and healthy. The word’s definitely out about the importance of na

Active Winter Skin Care

Winter\'s frigid temperatures and harsh winds can play havoc on our skin. Our tips will keep you glowing all season long.The winter months are ideal for skiing, snowshoeing, and skating—but cool air an

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

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

The Spirit of Giving

Choose meaningful gifts for your family and friends this holiday season. Sustainable, healthy, and eco-friendly options are available at your natural health retailer\'s.It’s that time of year again—tim

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Why the Silk Road is the ultimate bucket list trip

Stretching more than 4,000 miles in length from Venice in Italy to Xi’an in China, and passing through dozens of fascinating countries along the way, it is a journey infused with thousands of years of

A Driving Force

Long before electric vehicles (EVs) became an ordinary sight on Canadian roads, Daniel Novy—whose last name, fittingly, means “new”—was an enthusiast. The Slovakian-born machinist and amateur auto mec

Bolstering Kids’ Immunity

Navigating uncertain times is no small feat, especially for parents who are concerned about how to keep their kids happy and safe. Measures such as school shutdowns, frequent handwashing, and physical

Conscious Celebrations

This holiday season, let’s rethink consumption  The holidays are notorious for excess and overconsumption. It’s not just bad news for the planet, though: this excess also creates stress, both emotiona

Active Indoor Boredom Busters

When kids are stuck inside, it’s difficult to keep them amused and active. Try some of these boredom busters that quash the dreaded cries of “I’m bored” and boost the body and mind at the same time.Th
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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

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

Greek Island Hopping – the Cyclades – Amorgos

It was the 1988 movie “Le Grand Bleu” which put Amorgos on it the map and, as I dock at the tiny port of Katapola, the only other tourists are speaking French. The harbour has a cluster of simple rest

Restaurant Review: Carluccio, Hampstead, London

Carluccios Veganese There’s something reassuring about visiting a chain restaurant, especially one as successful as Carluccio. You know its not going to be Cordon Bleu cooking yet they are familiar an

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Back-to-School Aromatherapy Essentials

This back-to-school season, don’t just stock up on books and other supplies; add essential oils to help enhance your learning experience. Aromatherapy is not just great for boosting memory, but it may

Are Your Children Mentally Prepped?

When it comes to the well-being of our children, there isn’t much we wouldn’t do. We deliberate over what we feed them, where it comes from, and how it’s prepared. We consider how much exercise, scree

6 Ways to Have an Eco-Friendly Holiday

The holidays can be a hazardous time for the environment. Thankfully, we’ve compiled our best tips to celebrate the holidays in style and in an eco-friendly way.Between excessive meat consumption, inc

There’s a Yoga For That

When we do yoga, we\'re doing so much more than twisting our bodies into pretzels. Different types of yoga benefit our body and mind and provide relief from various ailments.If you think yoga is just f

Active Transportation

Walking our kids to school isn\'t just healthy and social, but also benefits the environment.Do you want to do your part for the environment by reducing emissions, while enjoying health benefits and a

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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

Spiced Black Quinoa and Du Puy Lentil Pilaf with Cumin-Ginger Vinaigrette

Pilaf is a term liberally used to simply mean “grains cooked in broth.” There are usually onions, garlic, and spices involved, and the grains are often sautéed in butter or oil before being simmered i

Indian Spiced Yam Jackets

The brilliant orange of sweet potatoes blended with black beans and Indian spices create a perfect warming dish for January. But its tremendous eye appeal provides more than just looks. The flavour an

Mocha Quinoa Bowl

Though quinoa is highly nutritious, a lot of people are rather meh when it comes to its grassy flavour. But when disguised as a brownie-esque breakfast bowl with a caffeine-fuelled edge, quinoa become

Indian Spiced Trail Mix

Healthy snack food is the key to survival when hiking or boating. And with the focus on brain health this month, we developed a smart snack food with the quintessential ingredients for optimal brain h

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Get Well, Not High

We wanted to share a sneak peak at some exciting content coming in the January 2020 issue of alive magazine. In this issue, the Canadian Health Food Association tells us why natural health industry ex

The Healing Power Of Chaga And Reishi

Ancient Siberian folklore tells of a dark, potent fungus growing off the bark of black birch trees, with the power to promote longevity, boost the body’s immune system, and soothe a range of ailments.

Sleeping for Better Health

Getting better sleep is probably the most underrated strategy we can adopt for better health. Research scientists are spending many waking hours learning more about the critical importance of sleep to

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

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

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Homework doesn\'t have to be an ongoing battle with your kids. Try our 10 homework tips to make your children\'s study experience a more pleasant one.Along with the books and the lunch bags, heading bac

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