As personal activity trackers such as the Fitbit rise in popularity, so too has the recommendation to strive for 10,000 steps each day. While being physically active on a regular basis is medically sound health advice, is there evidence to […]
Thanksgiving is traditionally a celebration of the harvest and an opportunity to eat well and be grateful for the good things in life. It’s also an occasion that can come with stress around the sometimes complicated relationships that exist in any […]
As the school year once again approaches, parents will be thinking about the kinds of extra-curricular sports and activities to enrol children in this year. It can be a tricky decision depending on the particular child, but we all […]
Packing school lunches day after day can be a challenge – especially if you end up dealing with sad sandwiches and wilted carrot sticks at the end of the day. Here are 10 tips to make sure those lunch […]
When it comes to emergencies, it’s best to be prepared. One easy way to ensure you’re ready to respond in times of crisis is to make sure you’ve got a well-stocked first aid kit on hand. It pays to be ready for […]
“If I could offer you only one tip for the future, sunscreen would be it,” said the film director Baz Luhrmann in 1997. “The long-term benefits of sunscreen have been proved by scientists. Whereas the rest of my advice has no […]
Political strife, environmental disasters, worldwide violence, social media: Any one of them is enough to keep you up at night. And that’s before you’ve even factored in your own day-to-day stress, from your commute to keeping yourself fed properly to […]
Why should kids get all the fun in the sun? Summer is also a great time for grownups to get outside and try something new, and Nova Scotia offers the perfect summer playground, for all budgets and abilities. Roller Skating/In-line Skating […]
It’s easier than ever for Nova Scotians to follow a vegan diet. You can find versatile, healthy and affordable plant-based ingredients no matter where you get your groceries. Many vegan foods are also considered “super foods” and offer a bigger […]
We all know that exercise is important, but not all of us are comfortable at the gym or a health club. Some of us aren’t even comfortable with working out at home. We think we need the equipment, we need […]
