The holidays are the perfect time to relax with family and friends, but not a time to relax about sustainability. Here are three ways to have a green Christmas this year:
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During the colder, winter months our bodies crave comfort foods – foods that ‘stick to your ribs,’ making you feel full and satisfied, but why? Unfortunately, the verdict is still out on this one; but some say it’s related to our serotonin levels, which are at their lowest during the winter months. Serotonin is a brain chemical that regulates mood, appetite and sleep. So, eating a carbohydrate-rich meal or snack will increase your brain’s production of serotonin making you feel better…at least temporarily. Now what to do when you’ve eaten too much?
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Your exhausted, it’s been a busy day, but your finally getting ready to sit down and enjoy some ‘me’ time. So, whether you have your favourite TV show ready to go on Netflix or a great book calling your name try these sweet alternatives to appease any sugar craving:
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Welcome back from summer vacation! Your local grocery store will be busy this weekend with everyone getting ready for the upcoming week but don’t forget to include a healthy snack in those lunch boxes! The secret to a good snack is protein & fibre – both fill you up and give you energy in order to last until your next meal. Here are the 20 best back to school/work snacks. And just a heads-up some of these snacks need a little extra time to prep but I promise you it’s worth the effort. Enjoy!
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One of my most recent purchases was a fabulous vintage yet modern 9” mason jar that came with its own crocheted cozy and straw lid – in other words the most perfect smoothie on-the-go travelling mug! Thanks The Jar Girl for making my summer cool. Speaking of smoothies I thought this would be a good time to explore the need-to-knows of smoothie drinking.
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Summer is almost here – the kiddies are out of school this month, the sun is shining and as a bonus it’s actually hot outside. Staying well hydrated when it’s hot is definitely a must to prevent dehydration. Fluids help us stay healthy and energized by controlling our body temperature, aiding digestion, carrying nutrients around our bodies and cushioning our organs and joints. Here’s what you need to know to stay healthy and which fluids you should choose most often.
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Just a few years ago following a gluten-free diet was unheard of! Watching the Gluten-free Expo graduate from the tiny Italian Culture Centre to the Vancouver Convention Centre to finally the PNE Exhibition Hall is proof that this lifestyle has progressed from not just those who are intolerant or have Celiac disease but to those who enjoy different food trends. Over the years you’ve probably heard a lot about gluten-free but here are three interesting facts you probably didn’t know.
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“By changing up our food choices, we have the power to shorten up that food journey and lighten the load for the environment.”
‘August & the 100-mile Diet’ was a post I wrote a few summers ago on the local approach to eating. From a sustainability perspective, the David Suzuki Foundation informs us that eating as locally as possible is one of the most effective ways to reduce global impact. But for Earth Week I challenge you to do more. Here are 3 things you can do for Earth Week to lighten the load for the environment.
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Happy Nutrition Month! Did you know Canadians consume almost 100 meals each month? That's 100 unique opportunities to make small simple changes to your diet that will stick. Need some ideas of where to start? Check out these easy tips!
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