It’s more important now than ever There’s really no beating around the bush: times are tough these days. We’re facing a lot of challenges, and many of us are feeling stressed and tired. By engaging in meaningful self-care strategies, we can invest in ourselves so we can better take on challenges. And contrary to popular …
It’s all connected Want to boost your brain health? Get moving! Physical exercise helps both your memory and your thinking due to reduced insulin resistance, reduced inflammation, and the stimulation of growth factor release. Growth factors initiate the growth of new blood vessels in your brain, as well as increase and assist with the survival …
An underrated strategy Getting better sleep is probably the most underutilized strategy we can adopt for better health, and it’s never been more vital to tap into its power. Research scientists are spending many waking hours learning about the critical importance of sleep to our mental and physical health, including its role in immune health …
30-minute meals with 9 ingredients or fewer Yes, it really is possible to have fast, flavorful, and healthy meals! These recipes come together in a snap and are sure to please even picky eaters. Sweet Potato Stack SERVES 4 This recipe is the perfect go-to when you want something quick that’s also special. 2 medium …
Embrace failure to find success Put perfect aside Is a fear or failing getting you down? Reframing “failure” and “perfection” can help. Failure as a feature of the journey According to clinical psychologist Dr. Diana Brecher, “it’s almost impossible to know at what point one can judge whether we’ve actually failed at something, or succeeded. …
Tips to help you navigate the “new normal” Families are a source of companionship and gratification. With the COVID-19 reality, families are the primary pillar of support as people are instructed to “go home and stay home” alongside indefinite school, park, and public facility closures. At the same time, despite being mentally, physically, and emotionally …
Why prevention rules When we take a look at prescription medication data, it becomes clear there are three main reasons why men end up on prescription meds: high cholesterol or blood triglycerides high blood pressure stomach ulcer and/or acid reflux (known as GERD) And even though medication is meant to help, overreliance on medication can …
How do we fend off illnesses? With the whole world clamouring for information during the rapid spread of the virus that causes COVID-19 disease, the global public health community has been echoing a message familiar to all proponents of natural health: live a healthy lifestyle to arm yourself against illness. We’re here to offer you …
Delicious and healthy meals in minutes Lucky for us, these recipes dish out a protein punch in minutes. Because you may prefer to break a sweat on your yoga mat, not in the kitchen. Strawberry Muesli Pudding SERVES 2 This make-ahead breakfast option takes the woulda-coulda-shoulda out of eating a nourishing breakfast. 1/3 cup (80 …
We need them now more than ever While physically distancing and staying home to limit the spread of COVID-19, keeping our pantries stocked with healthy food options and necessary household supplies has been a top priority. If your local natural health retailer isn’t one of your go-to destinations for stocking up on supplements to support …
