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Is Flavored Sparkling Water Killing Your Weight-Loss Goals?
Take a stroll through the bottled water section of any grocery store, and you’ll notice bottles and bottles of different types of water. Sparkling, flavored, mineral, electrolyte — you name it.
Planned Obsolescence
There’s no denying that Australians love their stuff—after all, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, each one of us threw out an average of 2100 kg of stuff in 2007. Unfortunately, a sign
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When Should You Skip That Pre-Workout Snack?
As a sports dietitian, the question “Should I eat before working out?” is one I get on an almost daily basis. Like many questions about fueling, the answer isn’t straightforward; it depends on t
Beauty Facts and Myths
If you don\'t have flawless skin or an hourglass figure, don\'t worry. The science behind the \"beauty is in the eye of the beholder\" cliché may surprise you.If you don’t have flawless skin or an hourgla
Terrific Turmeric
Turmeric (Curcuma longa) has been used for centuries as a spice, food preservative, food colouring, and fabric dye.Turmeric (Curcuma longa) has been used for centuries as a spice, food preservative, f
Saunas & Spas
Need an excuse to book an appointment? Saunas and spas offer a host of health, beauty, and wellness benefits.Warming up and rejuvenating in a sauna or spa sounds like the perfect antidote to snowy or
Happy Feet
Hey, twinkle toes, do your tired, aching feet need a pick-me-up after hours of holiday shopping? Try a relaxing foot soak to rejuvenate your tender tootsies.Foot care is important at busy times of the
Beauty Foods
The age-old expression \"you are what you eat\" is true when it comes to your complexion. Keep reading to discover the best foods for your skin.The foods you ingest affect not only the health of your in
How to Reap the Benefits of Walking to Work
Whether you’re an essential worker or your office is starting to reopen, you might consider walking to work as a way to minimize time spent on public transportation. It’s also a great way to up
What are the dangers of the hCG diet?
\"\"In pregnant women, hCG causes the body to use up stored fat to provide food and nourishment for the fetus. The trait o
Vegan Comfort Foods
Winter\'s chill can leave us craving warm, high-carbohydrate meals. Despite temporarily easing our weather-related woes, these comfort foods can leave us feeling bloated and sluggish. The following veg
Nutrition Extras to Boost Mental and Physical Performance
We can agree eating a diet focused on whole-food macronutrients as the foundation is paramount. No magic supplement can replace the importance and benefits of this dietary foundation. However, w
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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
Fire in the Belly
After five months of driving all over town to be tested by specialists in the field of holistic health, working out at the gym and at home, trying new foods and supplements, and saying farewell to old
Pumpkin Recycling
Jack-o-lanterns are everywhere this time of year. But what do you do with them once Halloween is over?Now that jack-o’-lantern time is over, what do you do with those giant creepy faces?Turn them int
You Can Lose Weight By Exercise Alone (But It’s Not Easy)
To lose fat, you have to consistently use more calories than you take in. Typically, the best way to do this is to cut calories from your diet instead of relying on exercise alone to do the tric
Healthy Hair
Hair is essentially protein, so be sure that you\'re getting an adequate supply. Look to legumes like beans, peas, lentils, and fermented soybean products for nutrient-rich vegetarian protein sources,
CanPrev Natural Health Products
This year marks the 10th anniversary of CanPrev Natural Health Products. Based in Toronto, this all-Canadian company has certainly made its mark on the natural health industry in a very short time.
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Cold Weather
Cold weather can mean aches and pains. But there\'s no need to hibernate! Ease the pain naturally with these tips.Love it or hate it, cold winter weather for many people means aches and pains. Instead
Is the Morning the Best Time to Walk?
We can all agree there are numerous mental and physical benefits of walking. Whether it’s a structured walking program or simply adding 10 minutes wherever you can, walking can help improve your
Tsunami Debris Sparks Concerns Over Invasive Species
A large concrete dock, replete with its own living ecosystem, has arrived on the shores of Oregon from Japan. Biologists worry about invasive species risk.A large concrete dock that has recently arriv
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
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Fire in the Belly
After five months of driving all over town to be tested by specialists in the field of holistic health, working out at the gym and at home, trying new foods and supplements, and saying farewell to old
Fear Not the Pomegranate
This tempting jewel of the fruit stand calls to you, its rotund sphere ranging from a bluish pink to a décor-inspiring crimson red. You circle the fruit aisle one last time, wondering if today\'s the d
How to Trade in Dieting For Healthy Behavior Changes That Last
The notion that diets don’t work (for better health, weight loss, etc.) is becoming increasingly popular, and for that, I am grateful. However, diets and diet culture are still everywhere, usual
How to Enhance Your Workouts With Virtual Reality
Just as technology has changed the way we work, consume content and keep in touch with our friends, tech-based innovations have modified the way we exercise. These days, you can livestream class
What are the craziest diet trends of all time?
\"\"Fad diets come and go. At first, dieters swear by the new plan, losing weight and feeling good. Then research emerges
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Hold the Gluten? Here’s Why That May Not Be a Good...
\"\"Gluten-free products can be found on store shelves nearly everywhere now. But what goes in when gluten comes out? Jeff
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How Water Weight Affects Weight Loss
When you’re working toward a weight-loss goal, stepping on the scale and discovering you’re a few pounds lighter can motivate you to keep focusing on healthy habits. However, fluctuations on the
Soak Up Serenity
A hard day at work, a stressful meeting, screaming kids ... all wonderful reasons to pamper yourself with a relaxing soak. Discover the delights of a bathing experience enhanced with natural soothing
Facing the Night
When it comes to makeup, it\'s easier than you think to transform a neutral daytime palette into something chic and sultry for a night on the town. The rules for day still apply, but with a twist.When
The Downside of Sugary Sport Food For Athletes
Athletes need to keep energy levels high during training and competitions — and an obvious, convenient part of that includes consuming sugary sport foods. These sport foods — Think: bars, gus, g