January is not the only time that people start working out and setting goals. Did you know that September is the biggest month for getting back into a routine, trying to get healthy and when most sports start? This is great news because it’s upon us right now. Whether you are getting back into working out or playing a sport,… Read More
Do you eat organic? Have you found yourself standing in the organic section asking yourself if it’s really worth it? You are not the only one. Once only seen in health food stores, organic products are now found in almost all conventional grocery stores. From fruits and veggies, meats and dairy, to crackers, cereals and sauces, there are tons of… Read More
There are dozens of trendy health foods on the market today. One that is becoming more popular is kefir. But do you really know what this is and what its benefits are? Kefir (pronounced “keh-FEAR”), is a fermented drink originating from the mountains of Eastern Europe and comes from the word “keif” meaning good feeling. This thin, sour tasting milk… Read More
As I begin to write this article I am sitting in the middle of a York Region Forest on a beautiful sunny day, taking in all the sounds, smells, sights and textures that nature has to offer. A Japanese phrase for spending time in nature is shinrin-yoku, which translates to ‘forest bathing’. In this moment, I feel like I am… Read More
I haven’t met many meditation fence sitters. It would seem that it’s either an activity you think you should be doing more often or one you just have no interest in. For those who have no interest, it fascinates me that you aren’t interested in a quiet mind. Those of you who who feel like you should be meditating more… Read More
When I decided to write this article on the importance of resistance and flexibility training, I thought it would be a piece of cake, but I was wrong. My problem is I have so much I want to tell you. How do I explain how important they are in maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle for adults of ALL ages…. Read More
Giving children a strong nutritional start supports healthy development and prepares them to make healthful choices later in life. As a teacher, I get a first hand look at children’s lunches. In my observation, modern lunches are commonly high in refined, high glycemic carbohydrates, and low in good quality fats and protein, fibrous foods, and essential vitamins and minerals. Most high glycemic… Read More