Wellness blog

You have trillions of little critters, crawling through your intestines. In fact, you have more bacteria in your gut than you have cells in your body!

The question is: Who’s winning?

A range of health concerns can be linked back to hormone imbalance -- acne, irregular menstrual cycles, hot flashes, and more. There are lifestyle changes that can help, like reducing stress and eliminating harmful xenoestrogens like those found in plastics. There are also supplements that provide therapeutic dosages of specific nutrients that have been shown to support female reproductive and hormonal health.

Supplements are designed to support different parts of the body, reduce symptoms associated with various health concerns and to promote overall well-being. There are also supplements designed for specific age groups and gender. You can purchase a multivitamin for kids, saw palmetto for prostate health, vitamin D for vegans, and the list goes on!  Sometimes it can be a challenge to figure out what is the right product for you.

The sun is out and the cool breeze is calling your name!

Need some motivation to help you get off the coach, out of your winter clothes and into the sunshine? Local fitness experts share their motivational tips to help you get moving this spring.

Apple cider vinegar (AVC) is a fermented liquid made from - you guessed it, apples! It’s best to purchase ACV that is unpasteurized, organic and contains the “mother”. The mother is cloudy strands of healthy bacteria and enzymes which are believed to give ACV its health promoting qualities. Most people can benefit from consuming ACV, even if it’s just in your favourite salad dressing.

Chia seeds have come a long way since the popular grassy haired Chia Pet of the 1990s. Nowadays chia is a popular superfood found in many recipes. These seeds are known for their fiber and plant-based omega-3 content; it only takes 2 tablespoons of chia to provide you with 100% of your daily requirement of Omega-3s.

Here are some compelling reasons to eat more chia!

The foundation of a good routine and productivity is proper sleep. For some people however, sleep does not come that easily, causing many to head to experience restless nights, exhausted days, and desperate trips to the drug store. Why not try something  your body is already creating naturally?

Quinoa is the grain that’s climbed to the top of everyone's superfood list! But what many don’t know is that it’s not a grain at all. It’s a nutrition packed seed that’s been eaten for over 5,000 years. A single cup of cooked quinoa provides 8 grams of plant-based protein and 5g of fiber. The thing we love most about quinoa is the fact that it’s 100% gluten-free!

Kefir is a misunderstood beverage (and often mispronounced too). It has the familiar tang of yogurt, but you drink it from a glass rather than eat it with a spoon. Kefir is also a much better source ofprobiotics than typical yogurts. Here are a few more things you probably didn’t know about kefir!



Turmeric is the root that gives your curry dish its yellow colour.. The active ingredient in turmeric is curcumin; many nutritional supplements contain this anti-inflammatory compound. Here are five reasons to incorporate turmeric into your life.

Looking for ways to keep the kids occupied during March Break? We’ve gathered up some fun and exciting activities happening around the city between March 11-19!