Category: Lifestyle Blog
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Fall Back
September is here. As we pack the kids up for school, head back to the office, and say goodbye to the long days of summer, it’s easy to dream of barbecues, picnics, and vacations. But rather than pine for seasons gone by, it’s time to appreciate the opportunity to reset all that autumn’s gentle onset…
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Do Blue Light Glasses Really Work? My Digital Eye Detox Experiment
Editor’s Note: If you’ve been thinking about trying a digital eye detox, BON CHARGE is offering 25% off sitewide for Labor Day—a good moment to test the glasses for yourself. SHOP NOW I’ll admit it: I was a skeptic. Blue light glasses have been floating around for years, and I always filed them under “wellness…
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10 Food Additives to Watch Out For
You may have heard about food additives banned in the European Union (EU) but not in North America. Why the difference? Unlike the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) provides fewer exceptions and fast-track options for food manufacturers, and it regularly re-investigates its past approvals. But just because the…
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Nourishing Your Glow
Our dietary choices play a big role in our overall well-being. And, as scientists learn more about the interactions of diet with our body, it’s increasingly clear that our food intake also plays a significant role in the health and aging of our skin. “You are what you eat,” is more than a popular slogan,…
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Do You Really Need 100 Grams of Protein Every Day?
Protein is key to a well-balanced diet—but has the current hype outpaced actual needs? Many fitness influencers promote getting anywhere from 100 to 200 grams of protein a day (or more), but that might not be right for you. To separate fact from fad, we’re answering common questions and sharing easy ways to add protein…
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Chunky Lentil Farro Minestrone
Soup need not be relegated to the colder months. This satisfying plant-based Italian-inspired minestrone is packed with colourful summer-fresh veggies to give your skin a helping hand. If farro is unavailable, the soup can be made with other whole grains, including wheat berries, spelt, or even oat groats. Skin deep Adding Mediterranean-influenced dishes, like minestrone,…
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10 Simple Exercises for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
If you have carpal tunnel syndrome, you’ve likely experienced pain, numbness, or tingling in your hand. This nerve condition affects up to 5 percent of the population and is three times more common in women than men. Fortunately, some simple exercises can help ease the discomfort. [callout] Before you begin Try to perform a few…
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Our 2025 Labor Day Skincare Picks: What We’re Adding to Cart
Some of the links in this story are affiliate links, which means we may earn a commission if you choose to purchase—helping us continue to share mindful, inspiring content. Labor Day weekend might mark the end of summer Fridays, but it also comes with a silver lining: some of the best beauty sales of the…
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Tofu Scramble Quinoa Bowls
Anyone interested in eating more plant-based meals will appreciate this recipe for its simplicity and satisfying flavour. And it’s full of nutrition that will bestow numerous skin benefits. If you wish, you can serve this dish taco-style with the tofu mixture stuffed into corn tortillas. Skin deep Think of colourful vegetables as an edible fountain…
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5 Wellness Habits That Changed My Life (That I Actually Stuck With) by Mona Sharma
We’ve all picked up a “life-changing” habit or two, only to abandon it a few weeks later. But every once in a while, you find a ritual so grounding, it becomes part of who you are. That’s exactly what happened for Mona Sharma, globally recognized nutritionist, entrepreneur, and corporate wellness strategist. After recovering from two…