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

Go on, snap up one of these Valentine gifts today

Still on the lookout for a fabulous gift for your Valentine? Its not too late. Check out these hand-picked sometimes cheeky gifts OUR MOMENTS Couples game £16.95100 thought-provoking Conversation St

4 Reasons to Fall in Love with Earthing

First off, what is earthing? Earthing—also known as grounding—refers to making direct skin contact with the surface of the earth, or connecting to the earth through the use of grounding tools. And her

Bring on the Greens!

Leafy greens offer a powerful combination of vitamins and minerals, as well as phytonutrients that act as antioxidants, inflammation fighters, and overall health boosters. There are countless reasons
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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

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

Sticky Toffee Pudding Cake with Maple Cream

This cake is not too sweet, not too rich, but still offers all the comfort (hello, maple syrup and warming spices) you want when finishing off a festive meal. Plus, there is no refined sugar in sight.

Healthy Together

Come February, many of us rush to buy things to prove our affection to our partners. But what if, instead, you gift each other better health and a long-lasting togetherness? One becomes two When we sa

7 Bread Recipes To Make Under Quarantine

What is it about bread that makes it so satisfying to bake? Maybe it’s the scientific precision that’s needed—to get every measurement and mixture exactly right for the perfect loaf. Or maybe it’s bec

A Healthy Liver for a Blemish-Free Complexion

It may seem like a strange beauty tip, but when you take care of your liver, you’re also taking care of your skin. What does the liver do? The liver is the largest solid organ in the human body. It p

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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,

Clear Blemishes Naturally

Are skin blemishes bringing you down? Learn why the natural approach to clearing blemishes is the best approach. A majority of individuals 12 to 24 years of age suffer from acne, with some estimates a

Exploring Daugavpils, Latgale in Eastern Latvia

Latgale, meaning the “Land of Blue Lakes”, borders Russia, Belarus and Lithuania, so far from the capital that it still retains its own language. Daugavpils is the capital of Latgale and is the second

The Healing Power of Steam

DIY steam treatments can help keep skin clear and healthy. Try a herbal steam infusion by adding dried herbs to your steam bath to soothe and clarify skin.Steam has long been used as a therapeutic tre

The No-Shampoo Trend

Shampooing our hair feels like second nature. However, humans haven\'t always lathered up as often as we do—and followers of the no-shampoo trend profess that hair looks healthier sans sudsing. Tweakin

Brighton: What’s it like to travel in the BA i360 Observation Tower?

BA i360 and West Pier from beachFour years ago the Brighton Eye (akin to the London Eye) was replaced as a seafront landmark in Brighton by the British Airways i360, a 162-metre-tall vertical tower an
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Piz Gloria and James Bond 007: licence to chill in Schilthorn, Switzerland

Piz Gloria at the Schilthorn summit (c) Lucy WoodsIn the wake of the sad passing of the supremely gorgeous late Diana Rigg it brings to mind the Bond film she featured in On Her Majestys Service. The

How we got married by a penguin in Antarctica

We found ourselves on a bright sunny Tuesday morning in a Zodiac boat, being delayed by three humpback whales on our way to say our vows. I’ll be honest; this was not my idea. We had booked a wedding

5 spectacular train journeys across Europe

The world moves so quickly that we often forget to just relax and enjoy the view. Put away your phone and laptop, get comfortable and watch as the ever-changing landscapes of Europe flicker past as th

Walking the Capital Ring, London

Capitall Ring SignWhile the London Loop is the M25 of London walking, the Capital Ring is more like the North and South Circulars, passing through the inner boroughs, utilising their green spaces. It’

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Uprooted!

What happens when a meat-loving father has his diet (and his morality) questioned by his animal-loving daughter? He gets a quick lesson in veganism.“There is one thing I would let myself have: gravy.

Celebrate Pink Shirt Day

The Valentine roses have wilted, but the love and kindness generated by Pink Shirt Day on February 24th can last all year. Learn how two teenage boys started this anti-bullying movement, and how you c

Pregnant Again!

Many women experience different symptoms and challenges of pregnancy the second time around.Being pregnant for the second time is exciting. No longer are you nervous about every baby movement and poke

As You Go Along

When you are a parent of a child, and also a child of a parent afflicted with dementia, how do you plan for what’s coming? Sometimes, you just don’t.All the world is not a stage. Though, from the age

What About His Fertility?

Up to half of all causes of infertility are related to the male partner. We explore the causes, diagnoses, and natural remedies to increase male fertility.Reproduction and childbirth are important dec

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Noodle Baskets

There is no better way to get kids to eat than by getting them involved in making their own food. This kid-friendly hors d’oeuvre will even have adults getting in on the fun and building their own mas

Seared Sablefish with Swiss Chard Gomae and Pickled Salad

From fish to dark leafy greens, our spin on a light Japanese lunch is loaded with brainy ingredients. Sprinkle with peanuts—another smart food—and you’ll love the added crunch. Tip Blanching green veg

Sesame Seed Crusted Salmon

Sesame seeds add a nutritious crunch to buttery salmon and prove a weeknight meal can bring some gastro magic. Can’t find wild salmon? Rainbow trout or arctic char are good swaps.Going plant based?  T

Mr. Bannock’s Parsnip Salad

The humble parsnip gets an upgrade with this colourful fall-inspired salad.Ingredients1 lb (450 g) parsnips, trimmed and thinly sliced into ribbons 1/2 cup (125 mL) apple cider vinegar 3 oranges, zest

Smoky Tempeh and Confetti Millet

Tempeh is a delicious plant-based protein powerhouse that marries well with any recipe. It’s meaty, firm, and almost nutty in flavour. It is versatile and lends itself well to any marinade. We’ve give

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#BoPo

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

Fasting and You

If you take medication or have a medical condition that relies on regularity in food intake, fasting may not be for you. For those who are otherwise healthy, here are a few things to consider when dec

The Full Spectrum of Detoxification

Detoxification is a vital function of your body, and it’s happening every second of every day. While many of us think of a detox as something to be done once or twice a year, it’s actually something w

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

Improve Your Health at the Cellular Level

The word “cell,” derived from the Latin for cella or “small room,” describes the tiny biological structures from which all life is built. The human body consists of trillions of cells in total and hun

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A tour of Naxos the largest of the Cyclades, Greece

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It might be the capital of Scotland, the home of vibrant festivals and the seat of Scottish power, but theres something about the cold cobbles, the wind-battered stones and the towering castle that ma

Airlines Are Taking off Again on Flights to Nowhere

A growing trend in the aviation industry to counter the effects of the coronavirus pandemic is the flight to nowhere. Passengers will be treated to the full airport experience as though they are going

Combine the thrill of Kitesurfing with a Luxury Villa Holiday in Sicily

Quarantine-free Sicily, the largest island in the Med is just across the Strait of Messina from mainland Italy’s big toe. It offers idyllic beaches, cerulean waters, archaeological treasures, luscious

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