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Soothe Winter Skin
Avoid dry winter skin by following our tips for moisturizing, following a healthy diet, and protecting your skin from the elements.At this time of year, we’re often greeted with the extra nip of winte
Healing Foods
These recipes are designed to enhance nutrition and address some of the issues that may arise in the overwhelming world of cancer treatment. Navigating a cancer diagnosis, let alone weathering the tre
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To Market, to Market
It\'s impossible to turn around these days without someone urging us to reduce chemical use and exposure in the home. So where can we start? Ah, in the kitchen.It’s impossible to turn around these days
For Brighter, Youthful Skin
To achieve radiant, youthful skin, use natural skin care products that promote brighter skin. Buff away dull, aging cells with an exfoliant once or twice a week.As we age, many of us are discovering t
Where Have All the Monarchs Gone?
Learn about monarch butterflies, their amazing migration, why they\'re struggling, and what we can do to help protect them.Monarch butterflies are a tropical species, and like other tropical insects, t
Everyman's Cancer?
Bill is 50 years old and had prostate surgery a year ago. Radical retropubic prostatectomy is typically performed on men with early-stage prostate cancer. Several months ago Bill had his nine-month po
Expose Yourself
Prepare for spring by taking time to exfoliate your skin. Exfoliating can be done mechinally or chemically, but either way has many benefits.After hiding in wool and dark colours all winter, it’s almo
5 Reasons You May Feel Dizzy During or After a Workout
Ever feel dizzy or faint from exercise? Stop your workout and assess whether one of these reasons could be to blame.
1YOU MAY HAVE LOW BLOOD PRESSURE
If you quickly go from lying to standing dur
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
Kitchen Corner: Water – how much we need and how to drink it
What helps with metabolism, digestion, clear skin, focus, and organ detoxification? Water. Yep, just water.Okay foodies and kitchen gadget junkies, water isn’t the most glamorous and inspirational Kit
Golden Rules
Beauty is not to be put down with the proviso being that the body is nourished and cared for. To many people, caring for the skin, hair, and nails comes naturally, but if you haven\'t set up a simple l
8 Ways to Change Your Set Point Weight
If you ever feel like your body hovers around a certain number on the scale — no matter how much you clean up your diet or ramp up your workouts — it’s not all in your head. When it comes to wei
FOOD
Simple Baking Hacks to Create “Healthier” Baked Goods at Home
If you’ve read anything I’ve written here before, you may know that I live and practice under the philosophy that baked goods of all kinds can be “healthy” for you in a given moment, and no food
Should You Stretch Before Walking?
Walking might be one of the most underrated forms of exercise. In addition to benefits like heart health and weight loss, walking can also improve your mood and cognitive health. Even though wal
Kitchen Corner: Curious about Cactus?
Dont wuss away from cactus. Scary-looking cactus leaves are as yummy and versatile as a green bean, but dont hold back any punches when it comes to nutrition.Are you afraid to pick up cactus? Don’t
Science Says Walking Helps You Feel Less Anxious
With the global coronavirus pandemic dominating headlines (and your thoughts), it’s almost impossible not to feel a little anxious right now. “It’s a time when all of us are in need of healthy w
Why Walkers Should Make it a Habit to Track Steps
Fitness trackers help you monitor everything from daily step count and distance walked, to heart rate and calories burned. While this makes it easy to gauge your progress, you might wonder if th
Lunchbox Revolution
Tired of the same old sandwich? Jazz up your kids\' (or your own) lunches with these healthy creative lunch ideas.It might be said that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but when it come
Now Is The Perfect Time to Start a Mobility Practice
Whether you foam roll during workout warmups or do neck circles whenever you feel a bit of extra tightness, you likely already do some mobility work. But most people don’t make mobility exercise
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
What’s the Risk of Going Back to Group Fitness Classes?
Online fitness classes have helped you stay fit — and sane — since the COVID-19 pandemic began, but using your living room as a fitness studio was meant to be a temporary fix.
As states start li
Protect Your Skin
When the weather outside is frightful, the last thing we want is skin to match. Read on for tips to protect your skin from the harsh winter elements.Cold weather, low humidity, and sun exposure all pl
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This year\'s alive Award silver winner of the Consumers’ Choice Best Fitness and Weight Management Product is SoLo GI\'s line of satiating, delicious energy bars.At alive, we’ve always been eager to sha
5 Reasons You May Feel Dizzy During or After a Workout
Ever feel dizzy or faint from exercise? Stop your workout and assess whether one of these reasons could be to blame.
1YOU MAY HAVE LOW BLOOD PRESSURE
If you quickly go from lying to standing dur
Justin Morneau
Justin Morneau is a Canadian whos playing an American gameand hes playing it better than everyone else. Hes a quiet man. When he speaks, he doesnt say a lot. He doesnt brag. He doesnt spout spo
Dietitian-Approved Tips For Weight Loss With a Busy Fall Schedule
With the changing leaf colors of fall also comes changing schedules. Whether it’s getting the kids off to school, starting a new job, moving to a different city, or simply wanting a “fresh” star
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
HEALTH
Is a Faster Walking Pace the Key to Anti-Aging?
Walking has been shown to improve cardiovascular health, reduce stress, boost mood and help with weight loss. However, if you’re looking to increase longevity, it turns out walking speed matters
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A Sneak Peek into alive Listens
Are you considering joining alive Listens, our exclusive online community? Its your lucky day - were giving you a sneak peek inside.Are you considering joining alive Listens, our exclusive online co
10 Ways to Make Bodyweight Exercises Harder
Bodyweight workouts are convenient and effective, particularly if you’re working out at home or outdoors without access to equipment. But as you get fitter, your body adapts and gets better at t
Develop an attitude of gratitude
Gratitude has positive impacts on our health and well-being. Grateful people feel less aggression, less hurt feelings, and are less sensitive overall.Though people have an almost infinite capacity for
Does Exercise Increase or Decrease Hunger?
From building muscle to burning calories to keeping your heart strong, exercise affects your body in many ways. Exercise — especially long and intense exercise — can even change how your body re