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…
Lifestyle choices significantly impact the health of your skin, with diet playing a crucial role in providing the essential nutrients that keep your skin functioning optimally. In recent times, it has become increasingly evident that lifestyle factors are crucial yet often overlooked in the day-to-day care of healthy skin and in preventing visible signs of…
The Menopause Journey As we enter our 40s, our bodies begin to exhibit various changes—such as hot flashes, night sweats, sleep disturbances, and irregular menstrual cycles. This period can also bring about mood swings, depression, joint discomfort, bloating, memory declines, decreased libido, changes in hair, and weight gain, especially around the abdomen. It’s a tumultuous…
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…
Understanding Potato Milk Potato milk, in its simplest form, consists of a blend of peeled, cooked potatoes and water. To enhance its natural earthy taste, many home recipes suggest adding a pinch of salt, a sweetener, and vanilla extract. As a plant-based option, potato milk is vegan (unless honey is used as a sweetener). It…
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…
Grab your sunscreen and some ice-cold water. After a record-setting June, many climate scientists anticipate that 2023 is on course to become the hottest year on record. Extreme heat can be great news for beach enthusiasts but poses significant risks to both human health and the environment. In this discussion, we delve into several factors…
Healing through Veganism The American Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AAND) emphasizes that “well-planned vegetarian, including vegan, diets are both healthful and nutritionally adequate.” Recent research highlights that plant-based diets, including veganism, offer numerous health advantages, aiding in both the prevention and treatment of various diseases. AAND asserts that a vegan diet is appropriate for…
What is “fast fashion”? In the 1980s and 90s, fast fashion emerged as a new production method that made it easier for the average consumer to buy trendy and affordable clothing. While these garments may align with current fashion trends, they are typically not durable, which encourages consumers to make frequent purchases. According to 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,…
