Family life is busy – with the whole family rushing through the daily grind, it’s easy to overlook the simple joys in life. It leaves us less happy and feeling displeased. What if there was a way to boost happiness and appreciation, and cultivate a more positive outlook? This Family Guide on How to Practice...Read More

Many people are looking for holistic solutions to improve their mental health, as the long-lasting pandemic situation has taken a toll on everyone – studies report an increase in psychological distress among the general population. Here in Canada, families with children under the age of 18 are suffering from deteriorating mental health, reported a recent...Read More

You can better manage your anxiety with a Holistic Lifestyle and good nutrition, says research. Anxiety is the most common mental health challenge Canadians face, and global rates are on the rise. Luckily, there are easy ways to manage anxiety naturally with a holistic lifestyle. From nutrition to daily activities, science has uncovered simple things...Read More

Eat these foods more often to enjoy a better mood, say scientists. Your nutrition impacts your mental health more than previously understood. Scientific evidence shows how to eat to improve your mood, and potentially beat anxiety and depression. Yet, certain foods harm mental health. 9 Best Foods to Help Your Mental Health Dark Chocolate Mushrooms...Read More

Prepared by: Ian Dalwood, C.H.N Yoga has hit the West with such momentum it seems you can find a studio in almost every neighbourhood. It is a reflection of how we, as a collective, really are becoming more mindful of how to take care of our bodies. And this is a wonderful thing! The next...Read More

Written by Kristina Virro, R.H.N. and Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) of Fresh Insight for CSNN)  “I only eat one meal a day—and even then, it’s going to be something from a fast food restaurant,” said Kendra*, tears running down her face. This was the third time I’d met with her in the hopes of improving symptoms associated with...Read More

Prepared by: Tamryn Burgess, R.H.N.| honestlyholistic.com If we asked you what we recommend as the number one tool to immediately start experiencing relief from anxiety and stress, not to mention improve your overall health and well-being, would you know the answer? Many people sit and mull this over, not realizing that the tool we are...Read More

Prepared by: Sharon K. Summerfield, R.H.N.| nourishedexecutive.ca Over the past 18 months rates of Burnout have increased. Transitions from working in the office to working at home, have accelerated the intensity. Technology continues to be a blessing and a curse. My definition of Burnout: Being exhausted on every level. The joy you once felt is...Read More

Prepared by: Heather Lillico, R.H.N., R.Y.T.  |  heatherlillico.com Nobody likes feeling anxious, but anxiety does serve a purpose. It alerts you to danger and allows you to either fight back or run away. A little warranted anxiety keeps you alive, but when you’re living in a constant state of nervousness and fear, that’s when it...Read More

Prepared by: Orsha Magyar, M.Sc, B.Sc, C.H.N  |  CEO & Founder, NeuroTrition Inc. How we feel emotionally really resonates in our gut. When I get nervous about something or feel that something isn’t right, for example, I literally feel “butterflies” in my stomach. And stressful experiences can drastically change my appetite from urgent food cravings...Read More