07/27/2017 - 00:00
Do you only pay attention to your gut when it’s feeling out of sorts? Or perhaps when it’s grumbling and you need to find something to eat?
We seem to only pay attention to our gut when it is ‘talking loudly’, but it plays an integral role in our overall health and wellness and therefore deserves a little TLC. Read more
07/13/2017 - 00:00
It’d be hard not to notice the wildfire smoke hanging in the Robson Valley right now. It’s something we’ve all become somewhat accustomed to living in a fire prone area, but how often do we think about it affecting our health? Read more
06/29/2017 - 00:00
Now that summer is officially upon us and the days are heating up, it can be difficult to switch gears from chilly mountain air to blistering hot, sunny days. While investing in air conditioning may be feasible for some, it isn’t the only solution to being too hot.
There are plenty of natural ways to keep cool and save money on your power bill while you’re at it. Read more
06/15/2017 - 07:27
Two guaranteed annoyances that come with summer: construction and mosquitos.
While there’s nothing that can be done about the construction other than to practice deep breathing, there are a few things you can do to keep mosquitos at bay without drowning yourself in toxic chemicals. Read more
06/02/2017 - 02:08
Of all the habit-forming substances out there, caffeine has got to be the one that’s lurking around in some form in nearly every household.
It’s deliciously addictive and found in coffee, pop, energy drinks, tea, chocolate, and even many prescription and over-the-counter medications. Read more
05/18/2017 - 16:41
If you’ve decided to follow any sort of cleanse, detox regime, or are simply trying to cut out a few things (like smoking, sugar, or caffeine) you may have noticed that, well, you don’t feel as good as you were expecting. Read more
05/04/2017 - 00:00
Last issue I wrote about spring-cleaning the mind, body, and spirit. I also try to keep my writing as general as possible and not personal. However, since writing that piece, I have decided to wholeheartedly take on a 30-day cleanse for the month of May, and I’d like to share my reasoning behind that, as well as my journey and results. Read more
04/20/2017 - 20:15
As the snow melts and sunshine warms the earth around us, we can’t help but feel the urge to transform out of our winter cocoons and into a better, brighter version of ourselves. Read more
04/06/2017 - 00:00
You may be thinking, “What does money have to do with a health and wellness column?” Well, while it is true you cannot buy either one, they are tied to money due to the stresses and anxieties we very often feel about money.
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03/30/2017 - 00:00
About 30% of the population suffers from seasonal allergies. Having to deal with a sneezing, running nose when it’s finally warmed up enough to enjoy the outdoors can feel like a huge pain.
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