Category: Lifestyle Blog

For Chef Jeremy Sewall, good food has never been just about what’s on the plate—it’s about how you make people feel when they sit down to eat it. As the chef and partner behind Boston’s beloved Row 34 and the author of several cookbooks (including his latest Everyday Chef), Sewall has built a life around…

Hillary Peterson has spent the last decade redefining what “clean beauty” can look like. Through True Botanicals, she’s proven that nature and science aren’t opposites but collaborators, working together to create products that feel luxurious and deliver real results. Her approach, grounded in what she calls plant intelligence, looks at every ingredient, texture, and scent…

Tender turkey meatballs are bathed in a lively, gut-friendly tomato sauce and served accompanied by a lemony quinoa. This is a dish that’s more sophisticated than you’d expect from the effort required to prepare it. For the meatballs, oat bran is a low-FODMAP alternative to breadcrumbs, while quinoa is a power grain that delivers protein…

There is an art to holiday decorating that feels festive without becoming fussy, elevated without slipping into extravagance. Few understand that balance better than Sarah West, founder of Sarah West Interiors, whose signature approach blends timeless design with lived-in warmth. Her spaces are known for feeling serene, curated, and deeply personal, even during the most…

You set the goal with genuine excitement. This time would be different. You downloaded the app, bought the planner, told everyone about your intentions. Two months later, the app sends notifications you ignore, the planner collects dust, and you avoid conversations about your “progress.” Sound familiar? You’re not alone. Over 90% of people fail to…

Smart tech can usher in sweeter sleeps and cleaner air, transforming your home into a health ally overnight. Here are research-backed ways to seamlessly embed it into your routine. Dim down, power up: lighting for everything Lighting is no small thing. It’s a powerful and straightforward way to shape your mood, sleep, and hormones—for better…

When we think of food from the forest, wild mushrooms are often the first ingredient that springs to mind. Indeed, the forest offers plenty of options in both spring and fall. For this recipe, we use a medley of wild mushrooms in season, such as chanterelles, pine mushrooms, or lobed oyster mushrooms. The mushrooms are…

It’s well known that the skin is the body’s largest organ, protecting it from germs and helping regulate body temperature. What may come as a surprise is that the skin hosts a complex microbiome that’s linked to gut health; what’s more, overwashing can disrupt this delicate balance. The importance of your skin’s microbiome The skin…

Well-crafted devilled eggs never disappoint as an appetizer. Along with Dijon and vinegar, curry powder is incorporated into the filling of these devilish eggs for some unexpected flavour. Using lactose-free yogurt for a creamy filling is a digestive-friendly alternative to mayonnaise. This recipe was originally published in the November 2025 issue of alive magazine.

Canada has some of the highest rates of gut and digestive health concerns in the world, but don’t let those statistics give you heartburn. Instead of popping an antacid the next time you feel bloated, gassy, or uncomfortable after a meal, research suggests a healthier, more holistic approach: movement and breath for long-term gut health.…