5 Ways to Make September Easier on Your Mind & Body September is a season of change. Schedules shift, the pace picks up, and cooler days remind us that a autumn is on the horizon. Here are five simple ways to ease the transition and set yourself up for a healthy,...
Picture this: You’ve had a long, exhausting day. You get home and you’re finally ready to switch off the lights and climb into your cozy bed. But the second your head hits the pillow, your mind fills with racing thoughts and anxious feelings start to take over. Sound...
Creative, nutrient-dense alternatives to common processed lunch items Packing a school lunch can feel like walking a tightrope - balancing nutrition with foods your kids will actually eat. The good news? With a few smart swaps, you can give their lunchbox a healthy...
By Jennifer Brix, ND Perimenopause – the transitional phase that can span over a decade before menopause – brings a cascade of physical and emotional changes. Fluctuating hormones, reduced energy, muscle loss, mood swings, brain fog, and decreased exercise tolerance...
How your product choices impact your body and the environment and why natural choices don't just feel better - they are better. Ah, the magical summer months in Canada! Whether camping in the mountains, hiking a favorite trail, or just enjoying dinner outside with...
Did you know that more than half of men in their 60s and 90% of men over 70 will experience health issues related to their prostate? Although that’s a large percentage, the good news is that understanding the importance of prostate health and learning ways to support...
In today’s screen-filled world, our eyes are under more strain than ever. Whether it’s hours spent in front of a computer or exposure to sunlight during outdoor activities, our vision faces daily challenges. Fortunately, nature offers a delicious and convenient way to...
Today, self-care is being reclaimed by anyone with a body and a nervous system who wants to live longer, feel better, and show up more fully in life.
Aging is a natural part of life, but it doesn’t have to mean unnecessary suffering or even slowing down. With so many advances in nutritional science and functional medicine, we can now address the root causes of age-related challenges. As a consequence, we have the...
Some might call ours a postage stamp garden, just 65 square feet of growing space in containers and raised stone wall beds and boxes. But size isn’t everything! We think it comes down to how much food value you can extract over the season from your growing space,...
The May long weekend is a little gift we Canadians always look forward to – warmer weather, extra time to slow down or get outside. Whether packing up for the lake, planning a backyard get-together, or enjoying a few quiet mornings with a cup of tea, we...
In every culture and generation, mothers have served as the first teachers, guiding their daughters with wisdom born from love and lived experience. Wellness - both physical and emotional - is often shared through more than just routines. It's passed down through the...