Category: Lifestyle Blog

A recent survey found that Gen Zers are investing in health and wellness more than ever before. That’s great news: it’s well-documented that the health choices we make before our 26th birthday have lifelong implications for our wellness. But what’s driving this interest in natural health among teens and young adults, and what can we…

Move over potatoes and yams. There’s a new favourite on the block, and it bakes up sublimely. These rutabaga fries are a winner—they hold their shape, making them ideal for dipping. Delicious served as a side to any main course, they’re a great source of fibre, low in calories, and super-rich in potassium. A riff…

Calling all those who identify as mothers: Is there anything more difficult <and> rewarding? From exhaustion to exhilaration, off-the-charts stress to profound satisfaction, mothering spans the full arc of emotion (often in a single day!). What isn’t such a joy is the competition that can emerge. A nagging feeling of not being good enough as…

Our society has many embedded values and rules, a big one being the way we view quitting. It’s frequently seen as a loss, failure, or misstep. Occasionally it’s considered the necessary consequence of untenable circumstances. Very rarely, it’s embraced for its value as a positive choice, a necessary rite of passage, and an inevitable growing…

Adolescence marks a radical life change. Everyone looks and smells different, emotions shift unpredictably, and a host of new privileges and responsibilities appear. In the face of these monumental changes, hormones are blamed for many teen health issues. The hormonal matrix Hormones do drive the transition through adolescence. Dehydroepiandrosterone sulphate (DHEAS)  is a hormone that plays…

This wholesome and savoury take on a traditional sausage roll is a scrumptious way to incorporate more plant-based goodness into your diet. Lentils are a nutritional powerhouse. Enjoyed worldwide, they provide a good amount of protein and fibre per serving along with a healthy dose of B vitamins, folate, iron, and potassium. Dip, dip, hurray!…

As a new school year rolls around, finding nutritious yet delicious options for school lunches day in and day out that fuel our kids’ bodies and minds can be challenging. Amidst the abundance of processed snacks and pre-packaged meals, it’s good to keep in mind the adage: “You are what you eat.” With a little…

The coming fall season brings back-to-school time as well as back-to-cold-and-flu time for many families. What better time to arm ourselves with the information we need to keep our kids—and ourselves—safe against the viral onslaught. What is the flu? Caused by three main influenza viruses, A, B, or C, the flu is a respiratory infection…

This is a great recipe to prep on the weekend to utilize throughout the week. The homemade crackers are packed with fibre-rich oats and flaxseeds, providing a satisfying crunch and a boost of heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids. Paired with an avocado ranch dip, this nutrient-dense snack is perfect for kids (and parents) on the go.…