Category: Lifestyle Blog
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5 Things Your Brain Really Needs After 30 (And the Supplement That Can Help)
Your 20’s were about surviving late nights. Your 30s and beyond? They’re about remembering why you walked into the kitchen in the first place. Somewhere between juggling careers, relationships, family (and maybe a little too much screen time), your brain starts to send not-so-subtle reminders that it could use a little extra love. Multitasking feels…
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5 Habits Elissa Goodman Recommends for Aging Gracefully
When it comes to aging gracefully, we don’t buy into hype and neither does Elissa Goodman. The holistic nutritionist has helped thousands transform their health, and her no-nonsense approach to longevity cuts through the noise of fads and quick fixes. We trust Elissa because she makes longevity feel less like a mystery and more like…
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Roasted White Bean Galette with Caramelized Onion and Cranberry Chili Jam
Creamy roasted white beans and jammy caramelized onions wrapped in a flaky crust, finished with a swipe of bold cranberry chili jam—rustic, hearty, and quietly packed with protein and flu-fighting nutrients. This recipe was originally published in the September 2025 issue of alive magazine.
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The Benefits of Blue Spaces
The thrumming of Tianne Allan’s usual migraine dissipates once she submerges her body into Vancouver’s English Bay. Judging by her relaxed demeanour, you’d never guess the water’s temperature is in the single digits. As her chest rises for a deep inhale, her eyes wander from Stanley Park’s treeline to the scattering of glass towers in…
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Puppies and Poses
When Francesca Albo and Lea Burbidge Izquierdo first met at the dog park, they bonded over their similar situations. Both women were navigating burnout in their corporate careers while trying to get side hustles off the ground. They became fast friends, and soon, the self-described dog moms decided to build something together. Since it’s official…
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What Seed Co-Founder Wants You to Know About Bloating—And Why Most Probiotics Don’t Work
You skipped the dairy. Cut the gluten. Sipped the tea. Said goodbye to garlic. And still? You’re bloated. You’re not alone. According to research from Cedars-Sinai, nearly 1 in 7 Americans report frequent bloating—even when they haven’t eaten a large meal. Women are more than twice as likely to experience it, often without understanding why…
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10 Simple Home Remedies for Ear Infections
Gone are the days when a doctor would hand you antibiotics every time you got an ear infection. We now know that many ear infections are viral and go away on their own, but that doesn’t make them any less painful. If you’re looking for some relief, these home remedies for ear infections can help.…
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Roasted Garlic and Sweet Potato Hummus with Maple Thyme Crackers
Earthy, cozy, and a little sweet– this silky hummus pairs beautifully with crispy, herb-flecked crackers for the ultimate summer-to-fall snack board. This recipe was originally published in the September 2025 issue of alive magazine.
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Pre-Order Nourish: Adventuring with Whole Foods—an alive Cookbook
Nourish: Adventuring with Whole Foods is a vibrant celebration of whole-food living—packed with stunning recipes, wellness wisdom, and the spirit of culinary adventure. It’s a lifestyle companion from the most trusted name in natural health. A feast for the senses Food, at its core, is beautifully simple. Good quality, whole ingredients can be transformed into…
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Worth the Buzz
We smear it on toast, swirl it into tea, or take a spoonful straight from the jar to coat a sore throat. Yet while we celebrate its versatility, we often overlook honey’s rich history and powerful healing properties. Honeyed history Honey has been celebrated for its medicinal qualities since ancient times—Egyptian records indicate honey production…