Guest Author: Dr. Cassandra Connolly BSc, ND Acne, mood swings, breasts, body odour, hair down there? Transitioning from childhood to motherhood is a BIG change for girls and parents! From frequent mood swings, to skin breakouts and hair growth, it can be a very overwhelming time.  The following tips have been found to be ... Continue Reading

All year round, a healthy immune system is the best defence. Here are a few simple ways you can boost your kids' immunity, so you can breathe easy every time you wave them off! Find healthy ways to reduce sugar We have yet to meet a kid who doesn't love the sweet ... Continue Reading

Do you wake up in the morning feeling energized and ready to tackle the day ahead? Or do you feel tired and in desperate need of more shut-eye? According to recent surveys and studies of Canadians, it turns out that sleep is a scarce resource: Canada is the third most sleep-deprived ... Continue Reading

Collagen has quickly risen to the top of must-have supplements, and it's no wonder! With its benefits for gut, joint, and even skin health, collagen makes a great addition to any wellness routine. But along with the popularity of collagen, comes some long-lasting collagen myths. Find out if taking collagen ... Continue Reading

Did you know? You currently have health-enhancing medicinal herbs sitting in your kitchen cabinet. Yes, it's true! And no, we're not talking about exotic and expensive superfoods like chlorella and maca. We're talking about humble, healing spices with big health benefits, some of which you can even grow yourself this ... Continue Reading

With the joys and blessings of motherhood, comes the opportunity to snuggle and hold your little one close. Sometimes, we could only wish that the time would slow down, so we can continue to enjoy these precious moments that will be cherished forever.  As a certified personal trainer, pre/postnatal exercise specialist, and ... Continue Reading

You can’t deny that there’s real beauty in those Winter wonderland days, where everything is covered in a dusting of white, fluffy snow and the silence is calm and serene. Of course the coldest, most beautiful days are often the ones most brutal for our skin and dry skin is ... Continue Reading

Studies suggest that one out of every three adults have prediabetes. In fact, 29.1 million people in the United States alone suffer from Type 2 diabetes. Another 8 million may have it, but just don’t know yet. If you’ve been diagnosed with diabetes, you may think you’re in for a lifetime ... Continue Reading

With the temperatures still at a comfortable level, it’s hard to believe that the flu season is around the corner. But all you need to do is notice the lengthening shadows and the dark creeping in a little earlier, along with the slowly changing colours of the leaves to know ... Continue Reading

As we turn back the clocks on November 4th for Daylight Savings, it can be easy to fall into a disrupted sleep cycle. Children might face the most risk with these altered sleep habits, as even a few lost ZZZ’s can seriously disrupt their learning, mood, and physical growth. Follow these ... Continue Reading