Lifestyle

Don’t have a personal esthetician on speed dial? No problem. You don’t even need to go as far as the spa—just the kitchen. Whether you’re going natural with your skincare or need a powerful skincare treatment in a pinch, you can find plenty…

Feng Shui is the ancient Chinese art of creating harmonious environments based on principles of energy, movement and balance. It can be a life’s study in its own right, but there are also many practical, day-to-day ways we can apply Feng…

Several times a week, Annikki Egolf, a Child & Youth Care worker with the Cariboo Chilcotin Child Development Centre Association (CDC) in Canada, goes outside with different groups of children, planting vegetables and flowers in their…

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Traveling alone is an experience that teaches you a lot, both about yourself and about the world. Being solo can open doors that you may not have otherwise opened. It’s easier to keep your eyes open to the countries and cultures around you…

They say you can’t buy happiness… but is that really true? We already know that buying a bunch of stuff throughout your life doesn’t mean that you end up a happier person—and can even lead to developing unhealthy shopping dependencies that…

Advances in modern healthcare are among the reasons why we are now living longer than ever before. But the challenge of caring for an ageing population is one that is exercising the minds of governments around the world. In Singapore, a…

Summer is finally here, and nothing beats the heat quite like a fresh scoop of ice cream. But, if you are lactose intolerant or trying to abide by a healthier lifestyle, a churned mash of refined sugar and cream may not be the best thing…

Jump to the nearest women’s interest magazine and you’ll likely find multiple articles on signs that you’ve found “the one.” The visibility of these conversations might lead us to believe romantic partnerships are the only important…

Once upon a time, humans spent their days hunting and gathering food and securing shelter for themselves. They did this for millennia until, suddenly, within the last century, both were much easier to find. Food became abundant for those…

There are endless reasons to love the country that celebrates its 150th birthday Saturday! Having lived in numerous of its provinces and traveled from eastern to western coasts of this wonderful country (with many stops along the way), I…

July 4th is around the corner, along with the fireworks that inevitably come with this holiday. Almost all humans with canines in the United States declare this day the worst day of the year for their dogs. Veterinarians say that July 3rd…

Whether it’s that morning mug of coffee that helps you to kick-start your morning, or that pot of tea that calls out to you at the end of a long, hard day, sometimes, you just need a bit of caffeine. With that wellbeing-boosting feeling,…

Parsley is a pretty little Mediterranean herb that lends a sprinkling of color to your plate. But let’s not think of it as just a garnish—after all, parsley has been around for more than 2000 years, and boasts some time-tested benefits that…

Mention the term ‘minimalist’ and people immediately imagine a monk-like existence devoid of any and all creature comforts. Sure, there are extreme minimalists who’ve taken the ‘less is more’ adage more literally than most. However, there…

A good mentor can make all the difference to your corporate wellness, but a bad one, or a bad mentor-mentee relationship, can make your career or business take a turn for the worse. So how do you find the right mentor, and cultivate a…

Tuesday, June 20 marks the summer solstice in the Northern Hemisphere. The summer solstice is the longest day of the year, when the northern pole of the Earth is pointing as close to the sun as it will ever get before it starts reversing…

It may not be spring cleaning season yet, but you don’t need to do a huge cleanup to see major improvements. In fact, there are some small upgrades you can make to your home right now that can improve your health, boost your focus, reduce…

This weekend is Father’s Day, a time when grills across the nation are fired up in the name of celebrating family and delicious food. Instead of loading up the grill with tons of meat this year, consider adding a bunch of flavorful,…

Have you ever taken an IQ test to measure your intelligence? Your results may not have given an accurate picture of your real strengths. The IQ (intelligence quotient) test has been criticized for favoring people with strong mathematical or…

Everyone experiences boredom of one sort or another. It is a part of modern life, and a pretty unfulfilling experience to say the least. What is the point of boredom? Does it help us; hinder us? Our understanding of boredom is not so clear…

With all the fad diets and health trends over the years, one healthy lifestyle has stood the test of time. Eating unprocessed foods, using natural hygiene products and avoiding harmful chemicals are things nearly every doctor will…

Cultures throughout the world have long prized edible mushrooms. Ancient Egyptians declared mushrooms to be the food of royalty and banned commoners from eating them. Other cultures have used mushrooms to encourage super-human strength,…

From detergents and polishes to antibacterial wipes and sprays, the average modern home is full of a myriad of different cleaning products. The problem is that these tend to be full of chemicals which can be harmful for the environment and…

Farmer’s markets have become increasingly popular in recent years and now most large towns host a farmer’s market once or twice a month. These markets are a great place to find fresh, healthy, locally-grown produce. And when you shop at a…

Love may often feel spontaneous and sometimes even out of control. But is it, really? Research is starting to show that you can change the intensity of love you feel towards others. Similar to emotions like fear or sadness, love can be…

Do you dread road trips because they come with a side of the dizzies? Try some of these ways to avoid car sickness, so you can enjoy your travels more this summer! I get extremely car sick. As a kid, I was able to do crazy things like read…

Mountains have captured people’s imaginations since the beginning of time. Ancient Tibetans believed gods lived on every mountain top. And modern-day hikers, climbers and tourists throughout the world are drawn to the mystique of mountains.…

Very recently the website ScienceOmega.com was able to report on the findings that well-maintained vegetation can help to suppress certain types of criminal activity in urban areas and cities. And yet more research in the journal…

If you are looking to improve your wellness through diet and nutrition, there are three key ingredients that you should not ignore. These common household staples can make a real difference to your wellbeing, if taken on a daily basis. They…