There’s so much you can do – heart health is influenced by many simple lifestyle habits, that science shows can make a difference. With heart disease being amongst the biggest killers in Canada for most age groups, prevention is key – and it’s easier than you may think. According to the Canadian Heart and Stroke...Read More
Surprisingly misunderstood and undervalued, vitamin D is a nutrient worth learning more about. Science knows a lot about this mysterious nutrient and how its impact on your health goes way beyond your bones. (Plus, why a little sunlight isn’t enough to keep you healthy.) Come discover what you should know about vitamin D. 10 Things...Read More
There are microbes everywhere in and around you. Your whole body’s health is entwined with these microbes. The impact of your body’s microbiome on your wellness is vast, influencing digestive woes to chronic diseases. But, how would you know if your microbiome is unhealthy? How do you nourish your microbiome? Plus, you are exposed to...Read More
Making food choices is hard when you don’t know who to trust. What does science say about diets? Reading the research on weight loss and diets can leave you cross-eyed and unsure what’s the best way to lose weight. Your friends have boasted about how the latest diet craze helped them lose 10 pounds in...Read More
The Worst Foods for the Environment: What to Eat to Minimize Pollution What you eat has a very strong impact on the environment – thus, you can make a huge difference by choosing foods that minimize pollution. The most popularly consumed foods are some of the worst for the planet, according to scientists. How much...Read More
8 Best Ways to Improve Your Healthspan, According to Research Healthspan is a concept that you could actually optimize how many years you enjoy feeling healthy. It’s a growing trend. That comes as no surprise as new estimates suggest humans will live longer today, than ever before in history. What steps can you take in...Read More
7 Things Scientists Know That Will Change the Way You Look at Aging With life expectancy increasing, healthy aging has become of great interest – and, it’s easier to achieve than you may think! Scientists know that aspects of a holistic lifestyle support healthy aging and which habits in our Western way of living are...Read More
Healthy School Lunch Ideas: 10 Tips to Pack a Better Lunch Box The best healthy school lunch foods are surprisingly easy and fun to make and can have kids of all ages excited for the lunchtime bell to ring. Are you thinking, “But, my kid won’t eat lunch if it’s healthy!” It’s worth giving these...Read More
With 206 bones keeping our adult bodies upright and moving, it’s important to think about natural ways to improve bone health and fix sore joints. You may even be able to reduce your risk of developing sore joint conditions, like rheumatoid arthritis, by eating a healthy diet, according to research. From eating certain foods to...Read More
Here’s the fat, juicy, insider scoop on the latest science about omega 3 fats – it’s all the things you’ll want to know about these fats and their impact on your health. Scientists have discovered a lot about the essential fats called omega 3 fatty acids that play a major role in how you feel,...Read More
