It is time to rethink carbs. The ‘80s brought about fear around fats and the present diet “trend” is that low carb diets are what we should be following if we want to lose weight and reduce bloating. Myth #1: All Carbs Are Bad Just as not all fats and proteins are equal, the same … Continued
Little Effort, Big Rewards Growing our own food— whether it be a full garden or a pot of basil—is a fantastic way to reconnect and remind ourselves where our food and nutrients come from. Our garden bounty often tastes far superior to what we find at the store. Whether that is from the freshness, the … Continued
Our body is amazing at using foods and supplements to perform every single function it takes to keep us going each day. It’s just as amazing at sending us signals when it needs some support; the question is are you listening? Listening to our body’s needs and working towards a balanced lifestyle keep the signals … Continued
Did you know that the majority of skin changes we associate with ‘aging’ are actually caused by sun damage? With exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet light over time, the elastin fibres in the skin are significantly damaged. As elastin breaks down, the skin will begin to sag and lose the ability to regain its shape. … Continued
“We know the story of these people.” Corporate Produce Specialist Laurie Yakelashek’s voice warms as she speaks about the special relationships she and her colleague, Produce Category Manager Tim Wachter, have cultivated with local organic farmers who supply Nature’s Fare Markets. That relationship has been cultivated and nurtured over many years, as they work to … Continued
As you read this, there’s an important hormone that’s letting you sit up (or stand up) and stay focused to read each sentence. This hormone is your friend, cortisol. Cortisol always gets a bad rap due to its connection to stress, but it does so many things in the body that to only call it … Continued
Wait! Before sending your food scraps off to the compost, use them to make gorgeous, natural paints! Really. This project is part upcycle, part experiment and part art, and it’s oh so much fun. Save it all—onion skins, carrot peels, wilted spinach leaves, orange rinds, beet peels, floppy purple cabbage leaves, avocado pits and skins, … Continued
Hello sunshine! Summer living offers the perfect mix of environment and diet to either make or break a healthy immune system. While there is an increase in active living, fresh foods and sunshine, we also run the risk from having too much of a good thing. This summer we want you soak up sun while … Continued
Thinking about having a baby? Many couples make the decision to have a child, stop using birth control and then hope for that little line to pop up on the urine test strip to tell them that the adventure begins! But what about getting your body ready for pregnancy? We all know that a great … Continued
