Category: Lifestyle Blog
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The Skinny on Seed Oils
Ultra-refined, highly processed foods are packed with cheap, flavourless seed oils—but how much of the health risks associated with these foods are a result of the seed oils themselves? Healthy seeds like chia and flax get a lot of attention for their nutritional benefits. But what about other seeds that are used for oils? What…
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Living Well with Laurel and Claire, Founders of Sweet Laurel: Inside Their Grain-Free, Gorgeous World
If you’ve ever sunk your teeth into a slice of grain-free chocolate cake and wondered how something so decadent could still be considered clean eating, chances are you’ve already fallen under the spell of Sweet Laurel Bakery. Founded by longtime friends Laurel Gallucci and Claire Thomas, Sweet Laurel is more than just a bake shop—it’s…
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Snap Pea, Asparagus, and Quinoa Salad with Peanut Dressing
This crunchy salad features two of the stars of spring―snap peas and asparagus―in a mildly spicy peanut dressing. Mint, quinoa, cashews, and fresh mint make this salad tasty and hearty enough for a meal. The robust nature of the salad means it can be made ahead or kept for a day in the fridge in…
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Innovation for Good: Televeda and Benetech
Televeda [callout] “If you’re lucky, you will get old—and I wanted to figure out something for a generation that inevitably gets lonely.” [/callout] When Mac didn’t show up for his weekly virtual painting course, the other seniors in his class grew worried. They decided to investigate and learned the solo elder had landed in the…
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The Juicy Truth About Juice Cleanses
Over the past few decades, juice cleanses have become an increasingly popular health trend. Proponents promise benefits ranging from rapid weight loss to radiant skin to renewed energy—but these claims sometimes lack scientific backing. So, are juice cleanses truly a miracle solution? The claim: weight loss Juice cleanses involve consuming only fruit and vegetable juices…
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Pretty Apple Packets
These recipe excerpts are from Cathy Katin-Grazzini’s new book, Love the Foods That Love the Planet. Reprinted with permission from Health Communications, Inc. Photography by Giordano Katin-Grazzini. Say goodbye to eco-unfriendly heavy pastry and laminated doughs that are loaded with butter and refined carbs. These delightful apple pastries are simply apples wrapped in a bit…
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7 Clean Beauty Must-Haves for the Ultimate Spring Glow
Spring has officially arrived, and that means it’s time to refresh—your skin, your beauty routine, and maybe even your entire vibe. Winter’s dry air and lack of sunshine may have left your complexion feeling a little dull, but now’s the perfect moment to swap out heavy creams and muted tones for lightweight hydration, fresh-faced radiance,…
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Spicy Ginger and Garlic Braised Bok Choy with Egg and Rice
This is a quick and easy meal full of powerful flavour that you can throw together in minutes from a handful of cupboard ingredients. The starring green is delicate baby bok choy which is lavished with ginger, chili, and crispy garlic, then braised just enough to make it tender with a bit of a bite.…
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5 Things We Learned from The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins—And Why It’ll Change Your Life
So You’re a control freak? Same. If you’ve ever found yourself rereading a text before hitting send, overanalyzing why someone didn’t invite you, or desperately trying to change someone’s mind about you—welcome to the club. We’ve all been there. But what if I told you that the secret to peace, happiness, and maybe even glowing…
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Making Friends as an Adult Is Hard—A Licensed Therapist Shares How to Do It (and Make It Last)
Why does making friends as an adult feel so awkward? Between work, relationships, and just trying to keep life together, finding and maintaining meaningful friendships can feel like one more thing on the to-do list. But according to Erin Pash, MA, LMFT—a licensed therapist and CEO of Ellie Mental Health—friendships aren’t just nice to have;…