At its most basic level, losing weight comes down to calories in calories out. This means the calories you eat must be less than the calories that you burn; therefore, losing weight can be really challenging considering that the best tasting foods are often very high in calories. This goes double if you are someone…
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Make Your Own Tea Blend Workshop
As an avid tea drinker, I’m always on the lookout for new tea blends to try. I’m also curious about herbal remedies and tinctures to help support my body’s systems. Having a holistic wellness regimen is what I aim to do and I love finding new ways to help support my journey. This Sunday I…
The Wellness Show Returns to Vancouver on February 2 – 3 #Contest
With January half-way done, some of us may be finding it a tad hard to keep the new year’s resolutions we made ourselves. Fear not, if you’re looking for help staying committed to a healthier and better you, attending this year’s Wellness Show might be the inspiration you’re looking for. This year’s show offerings include…
Wellness Trends for 2019
Most new year’s resolutions are always the same: Eat healthier, get more exercise, focus more on wellness – but with so many trends and everyone looking for the next “magic pill” it’s hard to find something that resonates with you, as well as being doable. How many of us have started the year full of…
Local Spotlight: Vancouver’s own AURA Nutrition protein
How much protein do you really need per day? The science says 0.8 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight or 0.36 grams per pound. That doesn’t sound like a lot, but that is just a guideline for sedentary lifestyles. The right amount of protein will also depend on how active you are, your…
3 Reasons Why You Need an Online Doctor
An apple a day, unfortunately, can’t always keep the doctor away, and at some point in our lives, we need a doctor. Since 2016, Statistics Canada has found that over 200,000 individuals in BC have no family doctor, utilizing walk-in clinics daily. I personally hate walk-in clinics – the smell, long waits, and travel inconveniences….
Yoga Pose for Dehydration Headache
What does too much time in the sun and having too many drinks have in common? Dehydration! That’s right! Too much of both can cause a pounding headache if you haven’t prepared with water and/or a refreshing electrolyte drink. So how does yoga come into play? With deep breathing and one single pose (ok, so…
Health Takes the Centre Stage at the Wellness Show
For the past 26 years, The Wellness Show has been on the cutting edge of the latest health and wellness trends, bringing them to the residents of the Lower Mainland. This year’s show takes place February 17 and 18, 2018, at the Vancouver Convention Centre. The show includes exhibitors, speakers, and demonstrations on a diverse…
Running motivation with RockMyRun
It’s finally spring in Vancity and I’m finally able to start running again! I’m not much for the treadmill, but I do love venturing outside for a short (or long!) run quaint or shine. It’s funny for me to say this because, before 4 years ago, I’d never been caught saying that I couldn’t wait…
Paleo-diet approved fast food from McDonald’s – New Entreé Greek Salad With Chicken (No Dressing)
I recently stopped by Mcdonalds’s to see if they had updated their menu to include more Paleo friendly salad entreé’s. To my surprise I came across their new Greek Salad with Grilled Chicken salad. It’s a delightful medley of fresh lettuce mix, baby kale, crumbled feta cheese, couscous, cucumber, salad mix and red pepper strips…
Mary in Vancity 