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Type 2 diabetes was almost nonexistent among children three decades ago, affecting primarily adults 45 and older. Nowadays there is a worrying increase in cases among young people. What happened betwe

A Certain Age

When I assembled my girlfriends, all over 40, to discuss aging and beauty over a glass (or two) of wine, they had plenty to say. While some welcomed the changes—“I don’t care what anyone thinks of me

A Mindful Village

With academic, creative, and sports endeavours, kids’ lives today are often as busy as their parents’. Communities are realizing that it’s more important than ever not only to help kids find ways to m

Chocolate-Nut Parfait Toast

Creamy, silky, and intensely chocolatey, this DIY almond butter is an enticing spread for an upgrade to your morning toast. The almond butter will last for several days at room temperature or in the r
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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

Dairy-Free Wild Mushroom and Tarragon Risotto

This lightened-up version of the comforting Italian dish calls for wild mushrooms instead of heaps of cream, butter, and cheese. The mushrooms add a gourmet touch without extra weight for your holiday

Love is in the Air

People often talk about how “love is in the air.” Research shows this might be true—literally! When you enter a room, your body releases sexual chemicals that tell others about you. What scents are yo

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

Dry, Tired Eyes?

We live in a digital era. From the moment we open our eyes in the morning until the time we close them at night, we’re glued to our smartphones, tablets, televisions, computer screens, or other digita

3 must have travel tech gadgets for flyers

With these three nifty gadgets you will be able to workout on a plane yes really! use ultra-quiet headphones and in-flight entertainment wirelessly simultaneously, and translate 74 languages. Twelve

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Lice be Gone!

Homework isn’t the only thing that kids dread bringing home from school. Lice can be a very common problem for children and can spread in school settings.Homework isn’t the only thing that kids dread

Healing Kitchari Bowls

Kitchari is an Ayurvedic staple and is extremely good for digestion. Split peas, moong dal, lentils … kitchari is made from many types of pulses. Our version includes split peas and rice soaked overni

Immunity Series, Part 2: How Can You Protect Yourself?

Read the first chapter of our Immunity Series here. While the world is focused on the rapid spread of the virus that causes COVID-19 disease, the global public health community echoes what the natural

Dry, Tired Eyes?

We live in a digital era. From the moment we open our eyes in the morning until the time we close them at night, we’re glued to our smartphones, tablets, televisions, computer screens, or other digita

Your Best Summer Skin

Flaunt glowing, healthy skin this summer. Cleanse, exfoliate, moisturize, and protect your skin so you can put your best face forward.Summer is a time to flaunt glowing, healthy skin. Hemlines are sho

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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The best places in the UK to see August meteor showers

Did you know that Scotland has the three best places to see the August meteor showers? Or that Tomintoul and Glenlivet have the most viewing hours in the UK? And if you love camping Snowdonia is the m

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

It’s not too late to book an extravagant New Year’s Eve experience in London

Still at a loose end for New Years Eve? Check out these sometimes debauched suggestions in London: Spend New Years Eve in an Igloo Snow Globe Experience a winter pop up with the cosiest bar on the riv

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Thanks a Brunch!

Start Mother\'s Day with these delicious and nutritious brunch recipes made with love.Every mother likes to be pampered on her special day in May. And what better way to celebrate Mom (or any other won

Cooking with Kids

Want to get your kids enthused about healthy eating? Let them help out in the kitchen. Our kid-friendly recipes will turn your children into junior sous chefs.Cooking is a great way to get kids invest

Study Session

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

Lice be Gone!

Homework isn’t the only thing that kids dread bringing home from school. Lice can be a very common problem for children and can spread in school settings.Homework isn’t the only thing that kids dread

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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Sage-Smoked Salmon Burgers

Impress your guests with salmon, smoked urban style at home. Enjoy it with fresh-from-the-oven baked bannock and homemade aioli or on top of a crisp salad.IngredientsOven-baked bannock 1 1/2 cups (350

Sweet Potato Rosti Stack

This is one of those recipes that defy categorization and could easily be eaten for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Sweet potato is one of the best natural sources of carbohydrates, which can help improv

Seedy Carrot Flatbreads with Roasted Salmon

Hold the bread. This upgrade to your lunch sandwich featuring a veggie-packed flatbread and buttery salmon is guaranteed to do away with #saddesklunch. Assemble just before serving. Instead of mustard

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

PB&J Overnight Oatmeal

Tasting like everyone’s favourite schoolyard sandwich, this hearty porridge will surely find a very special place in your daybreak food-hungry heart. It’s full of blood sugar-regulating soluble fibre,

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Insulin Resistance & Cardiovascular Disease

Refined carbohydrates, sugar, and insulin resistance are emerging as key factors in cardiovascular disease. Learn how high insulin levels damage your heart and circulatory system and what you can do t

Love is in the Air

People often talk about how “love is in the air.” Research shows this might be true—literally! When you enter a room, your body releases sexual chemicals that tell others about you. What scents are yo

Take the Sting Out of Your Child’s Allergies

When your child spends more time scratching, sneezing, and wheezing than playing and adventuring, it can be hard to know how to help them with their allergies. While antihistamines and epinephrine hav

Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis

Women around the world are struggling with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, one of the most common autoimmune diseases, a group of nearly 100 diseases first recognized only 50 years ago. Left feeling exhauste

Fabulous Fibre

Fabulous fibre is actually the cell wall of edible plants, and it comes in two forms—soluble and insoluble fibre. Soluble fibre can be dissolved in water; as it passes through our digestive tract it a

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One of the most exciting underwater experiences you can have is to explore sunken wrecks in the wide expanse of the world’s seas and oceans. Its a fascinating window into our collective past and a dra

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