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Gardening's Good for What Ails You
Wouldn’t it be sweet if a single activity could improve mental and physical health, boost quality of life, cost next to nothing, and be a downright pleasure to boot? The humble act of gardening, it se
Choose your own cycling adventure
Saddle up! Summer calls for a cycling adventure (obvs)—but what kind? Are you ready to pedal over mountainous countryside? Or would you rather explore your city using Freddie Mercury’s favorite mode o
Create a Crafty Bistro at Home
Create a Crafty Bistro at HomeThis fall, toast the coming of cooler nights by gathering friends to enjoy an assortment of wines and refreshments against the backdrop of your very own Bordeaux bistro.
Supporting Caregivers During the Holidays
The holidays are no break for those who care for a loved one with an illness. Here are some ways to make caregivers\' seasons brighter.’Tis the season of family gatherings. Most of us are busy with add
4 Ways Pets Help Impact Health and Wellness
4 Ways Pets Help Impact Health and WellnessDaily life across the country has been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, and in times of isolation, relationships – human or animal – are as important as ev
Growing Kids’ Green Thumbs
Gardening with kids can sow the seeds of a lifelong love of plants, the earth, and nature\'s wonders. As well as sharing an outdoor activity, you can teach your child about environmental stewardship.Ma
Inspired Aging
1Does it feel like life is zooming by? Instead of focusing on living longer, let’s take a closer look at living purposefully. Research shows that engaging purposefully as one ages can elongate one’s l
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
Daytripping With the Guys
The next time someone proposes a hangout and a pint in your guys’ group chat, shake things up. You can grab a beer with your best buds anywhere. Why not atop a soaring mountain peak? Or beside rushing
Keep the Fun Afloat
Keep the Fun Afloat5 tips to make watersport adventures safe this summerFor those who enjoy outdoor and active summer lifestyles, water entertainment may be the way to go. Racing the waves with the wi
Cannabis in Women’s Health
Since Canada’s cannabis legalization, more and more, people are turning to this natural remedy for relief from pain, stress, anxiety, sleep, and more. Cannabis consumption among women, in particular,
Kids’ Nutrition
Iron, vitamin A, calcium, and magnesium are important nutrients for kids\' health. While we may associate nutrient deficiencies with developing countries, even some Canadian kids aren\'t getting enough
5 Home Remodeling Tips from the Pros
5 Home Remodeling Tips from the ProsWith the extra time many Americans have spent at home over the past few months, there have been plenty of opportunities to think about how that living space could b
An Imaginative, DIY Halloween Costume
An Imaginative, DIY Halloween CostumeFew traditions are as popular on Halloween as picking out the perfect costume. This haunting season, think outside the box – literally – and use boxes from your re
Anxiety, interrupted
What if everything we know about anxiety is wrong—or at least not exactly right? This daring book takes a closer look and gives refreshingly real tips for managing anxiety.What if anxiety—the most com
City Farmers Chat and Chew
The weather on the day of Vancouver’s 8th Urban Farming Forum was typical for January: grey, wet, scatterings of dingy snow left over from a recent fall. It took some effort to imagine tomatoes ripeni
6 Natural Aids for Sleep
Some natural products benefit healthy sleep through a number of different actions. Here are our top 6 recommendations:
Melatonin - signals sleep onset in the brainMagnesium - muscle and nervous system
These Bento Box Recipes Will Take Your Workday Lunches From “Meh” to Marvelous
“As a busy and modern career woman on the go,” tweeted writer Gabriella Paiella this spring, “it’s important for me to set aside the time every day to sloppily eat a salad at my desk like a misbehavin
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Fitness
This Simple Smoothie Is Packed with Omega-3s
It’s now well recognized that healthy fats are an important part of a good diet. Wisely sourced oils such as coconut oil, cold-pressed non-GMO canola oil, cold-pressed camelina oil, avocado oil, flaxs
Neurogastronomy in Action
5 drool-worthy dishes from chefs and recipe developers pioneering the science of flavor.
1. Avocado Superfood Pudding2. Dandelion Latte3. Super Umami Risotto4. Carrot and Lime Leaf Kebabs with Lemongr
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