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The role of sleep in stress management
How better sleep leads to less stress and more resiliency Let's talk sleep and stress. Two necessary and predominant elements of human life; there is no being human without them. But did you know that as well as existing together, they also work together. Enter: our circadian rhythm. Our body evolved in such a way that it has it's own [...]
What IS Aromatherapy?
Aromatherapy is a holistic healing practice that uses natural plant extracts to promote health and well being. Aromatherapy uses aromatic essential oils to improve the health of the body, mind and spirit. Humans have used aromatherapy for thousands of years. Ancient cultures in China, India, Egypt, and elsewhere incorporated aromatic plant components in resins, balms, and oils. These natural substances [...]
When coffee is GOOD for you
Ahhhhh coffee. When the dark, rich aroma spirals from my cup to my nostrils, flaring them slightly, I am instantly reminded of people, places and conversations in which I've shared this java ritual, and a smile curls upon my lips. I feel blessed. I take my first sip and am instantly anchored to the present moment, the full, pungent flavour [...]
Creamy Avocado Fudgesicles
Throw back to 1999. It's mid August, I'm 7 years old and sitting on my back porch in the sweltering Okanagan heat. It's so hot that I can't even muster up the energy to run through the sprinkler. Mom enters. She has an ice cold chocolate fudgesicle in hand. She hands it to me and says "Here, this should help." [...]
The Health Benefits of Fermented Foods
Kimchi. Miso. Kefir. Sauerkraut. Olives. Fermented veg. Cured sausages. Sourdough Bread. Artisan cheeses.... This sounds like the perfect charcuterie! Pair it with a kombucha cocktail or fermented beer, and who's to lose with this happy hour made in digestive heaven?! Fermentation: an Ancient Tradition turned Hip & Healthful Fermented foods have taken on a massive shine in recent years, and [...]
What’s goin’ on with SKIN is goin’ on within!
Skin. It's the first impression we put out to the world. It's what greets us every time we look in the mirror. Our skin tells a story of where we've been and it can make or break how we feel about ourselves. Thus the relationship we have with with our skin is powerful. What goes on with our skin is [...]