New Generation Divide For many parents and grandparents, the constant connection of their children and grandchildren to music players, cell phones, video game consoles, and computers remains puzzling. Nowadays, when teenagers bring an apple to school, it’s more likely to be a cellphone than a piece of fruit. Often referred to as the “iGeneration,” these…
Let alive’s holiday gift guide make your holiday shopping easier. Our collection of eco-friendly and healthy gifts can be found at natural health retailers throughout Canada. It’s that wonderful time of year for reconnecting with friends and family—not for racing around shopping malls. Thankfully, alive’s holiday gift guide showcases thoughtful, environmentally friendly, and health-conscious gifts…
Unlocking Our Past It’s widely believed that exploring family history is one of the most popular hobbies, second only to gardening. While robust evidence for this claim is lacking, a survey conducted by Ancestry.ca revealed interesting insights about Canadians aged 18 and older: 91 percent consider knowing their family history important. 44 percent have looked…
Explore the Tasty Variety of Nut and Seed Spreads Explore the delightful realm of nut and seed spreads. With peanut bans becoming commonplace in many schools, you can broaden your child’s nutritious lunch choices. A Nostalgic Classic: The PB and J Few creations can bring us back to our childhood quite like the timeless peanut…
The Challenge of Healthy Lunches Even with the best intentions, it’s easy for nutritious lunches to fall by the wayside. That’s why we’re inviting you to join the Healthy Lunch Month Challenge this September! Back to School, Back to Busy With the kids returning to school, you might expect to have some extra time, but…
The Importance of Recess for Children Recess provides kids with essential time to recharge, ultimately enhancing their classroom performance. When you ask a child about their favorite part of school, the response is often, “Recess!” Health professionals are now joining in to affirm the significance of these breaks for children’s recovery. According to a recent…
The Importance of Diet Over Size During Pregnancy During pregnancy, a mother’s nutrition plays a more crucial role than her weight. This finding comes from a recent study which indicated that a baby born to an overweight mother does not automatically become overweight, provided the mother maintains a healthy diet. Understanding Obesity’s Roots in the…
Children are particularly sensitive to the chemicals present in personal care items. Minimizing their exposure to these chemicals can be achieved by opting for organic skincare products. Children are particularly sensitive to the chemicals present in personal care items. Minimizing their exposure to these chemicals can be achieved by opting for organic skincare products. Wrinkles,…
Antibiotics as a Solution for Ear Infections Antibiotics are not always the primary method of treating ear infections in children. Understanding natural treatment options and recognizing when antibiotics are necessary can be beneficial. Middle ear infection, known as otitis media, is a leading reason for pediatric visits to doctors. Traditionally, antibiotics are the go-to treatment,…
Can we diminish bullying by simply promoting small acts of kindness? Recent research indicates that engaging in kind acts enhances happiness, which in turn may help mitigate bullying. How can we lessen bullying among children? Could encouraging small acts of kindness be part of the solution? A new study reveals that fostering simple acts of…
