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Deeper Beauty
The word \"serum\" seems to be popping up everywhere in the beauty world. But what is a skin serum and how do these serums work?If you’re like most women, you have a cabinet full of squeeze bottles and
Face Down Acne
Are your eating habits written all over your face? If you\'ve got acne, this just might be the case. It\'s the rare teen who escapes unscathed: acne affects an estimated 85 to 100 percent of teens and y
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Healing Gardens
Gardens are more than just a patch of flowers and veggies. Research shows that spending time in a garden can nourish our souls and boost our physical health, particularly for those undergoing medical
6 Steps Toward Creating a Behavior Action Plan for Weight Loss
When you’re trying to lose weight, it isn’t enough to simply have the expectation you’ll be motivated to eat less and exercise more. You need a plan that can help you stay focused when you’re fa
Thinking Bee
Giving bees a friendly living space helps to preserve their dwindling populations and inspires them to look after your plants. A happy garden buzzing with little pollinators? Now that sounds bee-eauti
Staying Smart 5
Emerging studies suggest that we can boost our brain power by eating a diet rich in complex carbohydrates from whole grains, fruits, and vegetables. Add curries and green tea, along with omega-3 sourc
8 Fun Ways to Avoid Home Workout Boredom
Given that so many gyms and fitness studios are now closed across the globe, people are looking for ways to work out at home and outdoors now more than ever. Provided you’re feeling well, exerci
How Long Does it Take to Lose Belly Fat?
When you’re trying to slim down, a jiggly midsection is often the first thing you want to see melt away. But research shows losing belly fat is more complicated than upping the intensity of ab w
Heart-Healthy Treats
Olive oil has long been known to be a healthy component of the Mediterranean diet. But did you know that you can use heart-healthy olive oil instead of butter in a variety of baked goods from cakes to
Spooky Colours, Spectacular Taste
Orange is the new black, and black is the new orange in our recipes that feature these Halloween-inspired food colour combos. Black cats. Orange pumpkins. Black and orange are undeniably the colour sc
Wildlife Wednesday: Holly
Thats right - on this Wildlife Wednesday, were learning about that plant whose boughs we used to deck the halls: holly.We’ve seen the cards and heard (and sung) the carols about this prickly and pre
What Counts as Moderate-Intensity Walking?
Walking is one of the most simple and accessible forms of exercise you can do regularly. Adding it to your routine can make a big difference in weight control. One study found the average person
FOOD
Wildlife Wednesday: Eurasian Beavers
Did you know that our dam-building neighbours have German (and French, Italian, and Russian) speaking cousins? On this Wildlife Wednesday, lets learn about the Eurasian beaver.They may be the butt en
No Slouching as You Read This: May is Correct Posture Month!
Are you hunching over your computer or smartphone screen as you read this? Sit up straight - May is Correct Posture Month!Are you guilty of hunching over your computer or smartphone screen, perhaps ev
Eat, Drink, and Exercise
Weight Watchers, Atkins, South Beach, Zone, and Bernstein diets are in mainstream practice. Yet research is clear that as long as we are dedicated and compliant, any weight-loss diet will work. Unfort
Relieve, Relax, and Restore
You\'re sitting at a desk most of the day, stressed out at the office, facing road rage in the car, then watching TV while slumped on the couch in the evening - and what do you get? A pain in the neck.
Homegrown Savoury and Sweet
In spring and summer, we enjoy the wealth of herbal diversity at our local produce market. Planting our own herbal gardens will not only provide us with fresh fodder for our summer meals but will also
Go Wild
Healthy and sustainable, wild salmon is truly a West Coast treasure. Whatever cut you buy, the succulent pink flesh deserves to be treated like gold. The following recipes will have you on your way to
Kitchen Corner: Sweets for Your Sweets
This weeks Kitchen Corner rounds up the most swoon-worthy desserts around that are also good for you.What says “I love you” better than something homemade?Whether your Valentine is your lover, your f
The #1 Trick For Doubling Your Weight-Loss Success
If you’re motivated to lose weight but can’t seem to get the number on your scale to budge, you might want to consider keeping a food diary. Research shows tracking what you eat is an effective
Man Up
Not long ago men who gave their appearance more than cursory consideration were considered sissies. But now real men are taking a second look at skin care.Not long ago men who gave their appearance mo
Winterproof Your Skin
During the winter months, skin often loses its lustre, becoming dry and flaky.When the weather outside is frightful, the last thing we want is skin to match. During the winter months, skin often loses
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9 Snacking Mistakes to Avoid if You’re Trying to Lose Weight
There’s something so good about a stellar snack. At its best, it can be the ideal pick-me-up prior to, or after, a really tough workout or a way to keep your blood sugar and energy levels stable
Age-Defying Antioxidants
Though aging may be inevitable, how we age depends on how we treat our bodies and our skin. With proper care and nourishment, skin can remain healthy and beautiful well into the later years.Aging is i
12 Bad Habits That Kill Your Metabolism
You may already suspect your metabolism slows as you age. According to research in the Public Health Nutrition journal, you’re right. In a review of data on energy expenditure, researchers found
5 Simple Ways to Manage Cravings, According to a RD
A sudden overwhelming desire for chocolate or a bag of chips — cravings can pop up out of nowhere and be detrimental to weight loss. However, there are both physiological and psychological reaso
Trace the Spice Route
If a late-night wander through a hazy, heady North African market isn\'t in the cards for this evening, cooking with Moroccan spices may just be the next best thing. A visit from the bold stars of the
HEALTH
Skinfully Soft
If youre like most women, you have a cabinet full of squeeze bottles and pump-tops whose contents attempt to mimic an ocean breeze or a vast field of lavender. Are all those different kinds of lotion
SCIENCE
The Long-Term Effects of Losing Weight, Even When You’re Young
When it comes to weight loss, many people set goals based on time frames — to lose one pound a week, for example or a certain amount within six months — and that can be very helpful for staying
David Suzuki
For more than three decades, it has been the primary work of this renowned geneticist to remind us that humans are simply one part of the environment and linked to every species on the planet.For more
Pucker Up
Beauty-essential lipsticks contain five types of ingredients: emollients that prevent moisture loss and soften the lips; pigments; preservatives; antiseptics; and emulsifiers that hold these other ing
Chocolate
We all love it, but how healthy is chocolate, really? We explore the health pros and cons of this delicious treat.Chocolate has been called the food of the gods, though we tend to think of it more as