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Trying to Lose Weight? Just Say ‘No’ to Meal Plans

Providing meal plans is a mainstay of the health and fitness industry. And I get why. If you’ve been struggling with your weight, and not sure what to eat, having a meal plan takes the guesswork out if it. Day 1, eat this for breakfast! Day 3, eat this for

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3 Tips for Calming Your Anxiety

By Guest Blogger John Roche, therapist and coach, at Transformation Counselling Anxiety sucks. It can weigh on you every moment of the day and rob you of your ability to enjoy anything. It can ruin relationships, sabotage performance and even lead to suicide. It’s also the issue people most frequently

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Amazing & Healthy Apple Crisp Recipe

The Bottom: 3 large honey crisp apples (about 3-4 cups chopped) 1 tbsp coconut oil 1 tsp lemon juice 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp pumpkin spice 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 tbsp almond flour 1 tbsp maple syrup ⁠ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⁠ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⁠ The Crisp (aka the best part): 1/2 cup gluten

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Mindfulness

Mindfulness is a mental state achieved by focusing one’s awareness in the present moment. It is a powerful tool that can offset the constant distractions of our multimedia society. The quality of mindfulness can be developed through the practice of meditation. Regular practice has been associated with an enhanced feeling

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Recipe: Chickpea Curry!

This recipe is warming and hearty, making it a perfect meal for a fall or winter evening. It is full of protein, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory herbs and spices. For a complete protein, serve over whole grain rice or quinoa. Start by making this curry powder. It takes a few minutes

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The Mental Health Benefits of Running

When I hear about the current rates of mental illness, I count myself lucky. According to the Canadian Mental Health Association, 1 in 5 people in Canada will personally experience a mental health problem or illness, in any given year. By age 40, about 50% of the population will have

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Fermented Foods: The Basics

You may have come across social media posts or magazine excerpts about Kombucha over the last year. Your local health food store may have started stocking it to keep up with the fad. Maybe you’ve even tried Kombucha and like it…or not. Maybe you’re like me and have been wondering

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Be Happier Now: An Evidence-based Approach

In the last few years, on-campus health services and teaching staff all across North America have observed a disturbing trend in university students. There is a significant increase in depression, anxiety-related illnesses and stress levels. In fact, university counselling services are struggling to meet the demand. The Canadian numbers are

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