Wondering what to expect next in the world of natural wellness products? What’s a fad vs here to stay? From CBD to sugar-free, here’s a roundup of the common themes, plus new, innovative products I found while trendspotting at Expo West 2019. When I started blogging in 2010, the Canadian Health Food Association’s annual trade […]
It’s not quite feeling fall-y here in California yet, but I’m very well aware that other places are definitely starting to cool down. Before everyone at the office seems to be reaching for the tissue boxes and toting around cough drops, why not give your immune system a bit of extra support? These 3 immunity-boosting green […]
Full of nuts and seeds (and plenty of healthy fats!) these Maca Cashew Coconut Trail Mix Bars are a delicious rest stop treat when you’re on a hike (or just in need of a quick and healthy snack!) There is indeed a recipe for these Maca Cashew Coconut Trail Mix Bars below, but if this post […]
These Adaptogen-Infused Cinnamon Vanilla Swirl Nut Butter Cups taste divinely decadent and are sure to satisfy your chocolate cravings. With ashwagandha and maca, the’ll help your body adapt to stress while also delivering a hefty dose of antioxidants. Let’s talk adaptogens. It’s a big buzzword you’ve probably heard a lot in your health and wellness circles, […]
And just like that, Christmas is over. It’s crazy how fast it passes, isn’t it? If you’ve been celebrating, I hope you had a wonderful time with your friends and family, with plenty of love, laughs and relaxation. As I mentioned last week, I spent a few days with my dad in Victoria, creating some […]
If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably been eating tons of root veggies, squash and all sorts of lovely fall produce lately. It seems to be around US Thanksgiving that everything on Pinterest switches from being all-pumpkin-all-the-time, to gingerbread and eggnog-flavoured treats. So with that in mind, I wanted to squeak just oooooooone more pumpkin […]
Halloween is on Tuesday, so let’s celebrate with a chocolatey treat, shall we? I’ve been testing a LOT of nut-free sweet treats lately – some successful, and some very much not! The reason behind it all is that one of my lunch customers at work has a severe nut allergy, and she can’t eat sunflower […]
It’s time for another Q to your A’s! One of the more common questions I’ve been getting from those of you who read the blog and follow me on Instagram is about the supplements I take. As we all know, supplements are a multi-billion dollar industry. With health and wellness not only being important, but […]
If you’ve been hanging around here for any length of time, you’ll know I love to sweat. I’m willing to bet that you do too, and no matter what your favourite way to do it is, you know it’s hard to find anything that delivers a comparable endorphin high. For me, feeling my body move, […]
It’s never too late to nourish your body with clean, fresh whole foods, and these 17 green smoothies will give you 17 delicious ways to do so! Each one is packed with protein, fiber, and a wide range of vitamins and minerals that support our health. Whether you’re looking to reduce inflammation, load up on […]
