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…
What are the effects of ongoing stress? Short-term stress can be beneficial, enhancing alertness and performance. In contrast, chronic stress significantly increases the likelihood of developing type 2 diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular diseases, depression, anxiety, and other health issues. For men, persistent stress can also be linked to erectile dysfunction. What occurs when we experience stress?…
Plastic is ubiquitous in our daily lives, evident from the overflowing recycling bin in your kitchen to the plastic waste that clutters our beaches. Even microplastics, which are tiny plastic fragments that measure less than five millimeters, infiltrate our lives, including our bodies. Given the prevalence of plastic, it’s not surprising that microplastics are entering…
Is your hair acting up on its own? If you’re tired of the daily struggle with your locks, a little change in style and some effective natural hair care tips can make a world of difference. Your hair will not only look fantastic, but you’ll also find yourself feeling better too! Explore These Easy Ideas…
What is activist burnout? Researchers describe activist burnout as a condition that occurs when prolonged stressors related to activism negatively affect an activist’s physical or emotional health as well as their connection to their movement, ultimately hindering their effectiveness and engagement. According to the now-inactive Activist Trauma Support website, symptoms of activist burnout may include…
The Appeal of Cartoon Characters in Healthy Food Marketing Cartoon characters can make nutritious foods more attractive to children, but is any form of marketing directed at kids acceptable? It may not be shocking, but it offers potential as a marketing strategy: children are more inclined to select apples adorned with a recognizable cartoon character…
When Anna Potter, a florist based in the UK and a well-known figure on Instagram, first started her career in a flower shop, she was astounded by the number of inquiries she received from customers regarding tulip care. Unlike many other cut flowers, tulips keep growing once they are placed in water, leading to unpredictable…
While it’s well-known that a diverse diet rich in fresh fruits and vegetables is paramount, stocking your fridge with produce can lead to waste if you’re not careful, especially with weekly grocery trips. Unfortunately, that can result in sad items like black bananas, slimy spinach, and mushy avocados. However, with some understanding and planning, you…
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…
Take time to slow down with your kids this holiday season. By teaching your kids mindful breathing and a few yoga poses, your whole family can share the spirit of the season. What happens to your family routine during the holiday season? Are you looking for ways to keep mindfulness and gratitude at the core…
