There’s nothing quite like the holidays to highlight how rampant sugar excess runs in our culture. While I'm all for a sweet treat, and enjoying the holiday magic, it can be really detrimental to our health goals to over indulge in the sweet treats. This is especially hard for women who are struggling with PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome).
Read MoreThe dark days really seem to creep up on us.. Especially as we hit daylight savings time. Suddenly you might find yourself driving to work in the dark, and driving home in the dark, wondering if you can even remember what the sun felt like on your face. It’s no secret that shorter days are linked with seasonal depression, lower energy, and that sluggish winter feeling we all seem to get. While a bit of seasonal slowing down is definitely part of our natural rhythms, for many of us, we don’t have the luxury of slowing down, or we want to be able to do so without feeling so BLAH.
Read MoreSummer is upon us, and whether you love the hot season, or you don’t, the heat is coming either way. No matter if your doing the status quo all summer, or getting out and creating summer magic, you’re going to need some survival tips. Here are my top tips to survive, and thrive this Summer season.
With the grey of Victoria’s nestled winter nook in the Olympic rain shadow looming heavy the last few months, many families are taking the Spring Break to escape to somewhere sunny. Happiness waits from the shot of Vitamin D these tropical vacations are sure to inject into the whole family, but let’s not forget our sun safe tips!
Read MoreAs winter wraps its chilly tendrils around us, the inclination to prioritize hydration often takes a backseat. The challenge of sipping icy water when it's cold outside can be daunting and you may notice yourself getting dehydrated more often as a result. But fret not! I've gathered some winter hydration hacks to ensure you stay refreshed and revitalized even when the world outside is cold and blustery.
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