Winter may not officially begin until the third week of December, but by November most of us are bundled up in sweaters or scampering to and fro with umbrellas and rain boots as the atmosphere above us turns to grey….
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Daily mindfulness practice can be a powerful tool in your body’s ability to defend against illness. Ignite your own, internal healing powers with these simple, but significant, spiritual strategies. For many of us, dropping temperatures are a cue to boost…
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Childhood is a time of incredible growth, discovery and learning. Every new experience and everything your children touch, taste and do shapes who they are becoming. The same is true of their inner world: the trillions of bacteria that call…
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As a dietitian, I naturally have a food-first approach to nutrition. I take great pleasure in preparing and eating home-cooked meals. I want to encourage and empower other people to experience the taste and nutritional satisfaction that come with eating…
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Move over avocado toast…Mermaid toast is the newest Instagram craze. This inventive piece of toast, inspired by the Vibrant and Pure recipe, brings underwater magic to your mundane mornings. I was super inspired by the ombré blue colour of this toast,…
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With the cold months approaching we know you’ll appreciate this cozy cranberry pear bake recipe. Because who doesn’t want to nuzzle up to a delicious dessert while also supporting a healthy immune system? This warm and sweetly spiced treat is…
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SERVES: 4-6 PREP TIME: 1 HOUR INGREDIENTS 1 medium kabocha squash (approx. 2-3 lbs) 1 tbsp avocado oil pinch of salt 1 tbsp ghee 1 small onion, chopped 2 large cloves garlic, chopped 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced 1 tsp…
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SERVES: 4 AS A SIDE TIME: 30-40 MINS INGREDIENTS 2 medium size beets, shaved thin on a mandolin 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 4 packed cups arugula, washed and dried 1 small fennel bulb, shaved on a mandolin or thinly…
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With the winter months comes cold and flu season. It’s important to know which foods are great to focus on and the ones to stay away from when we are trying to avoid illness and keep our immune systems strong…
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It’s a popular belief that ‘home is where the heart is’. However, I’ll argue that they’ve left one thing out… ‘home is where the HEALTHY heart is’! Health is the foundation for a healthy family, and home, well, that’s wherever…
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