Talk of Healthy Living

Are new grads doomed? Read about generation lost as new grads...

Tue, 31 Jul 2012 03:44:23 -0400

Are new grads doomed?

Read about generation lost as new grads struggle to find work.

Social media changing Olympic experience Twitter, Facebook,...

Mon, 30 Jul 2012 18:05:33 -0400

Social media changing Olympic experience

Twitter, Facebook, Instagram—viewers can now get even closer to their Olympic favourites. Some say this could spoil the games and I am not sure how I feel about the matter. It’s great to get a backstage pass and view a photo of an athlete training or prepping beforehand but it can get a little overwhelming.

Time shares their take here.

Thoughts?

Why the media needs to get over critiquing female...

Mon, 30 Jul 2012 16:04:56 -0400

Why the media needs to get over critiquing female athletes’ bodies:http://ht.ly/cyz1C

Can’t sleep? Try some natural sleep remedies here!

Thu, 26 Jul 2012 02:08:53 -0400

Can’t sleep? Try some natural sleep remedies here!

Grads Struggle to Find Work in Canada? As a new grad and...

Wed, 18 Jul 2012 15:06:00 -0400

Grads Struggle to Find Work in Canada?

As a new grad and Vancouverite I struggled to find not only a good job—but any job. I have lived in a couple of Canadian cities and this was by far the hardest job hunt. Looking to learn about other grads experiences. If you are a new grad, student or between the ages of 19-29—please share your job hunting experience here.

How to make your own natural insect repellant! (via Homemade...

Sun, 08 Jul 2012 14:01:00 -0400

How to make your own natural insect repellant!

(via Homemade Insect Repellent using Essential Oils — TheGreenGirls.com)

Calling all August babes or leaf lovers! As the August...

Sat, 07 Jul 2012 14:43:36 -0400

Calling all August babes or leaf lovers!

As the August birthstone, this pretty little peridot pendant makes a great gift. One tear drop peridot gemstone hangs from a real leaf dipped in sterling silver. Simple yet beautiful. A sterling lobster clasp is used so you can easily attach it to any chain. Looks great worn on a short or long necklace. The total length of the pendant is 1.5 inches.

Made with love in Vancouver.

Available for purchase on Etsy.

Where I get my morning energy boost! (via Green Smoothie with...

Mon, 02 Jul 2012 23:30:52 -0400

Where I get my morning energy boost!

(via Green Smoothie with Chocolate & Banana — TheGreenGirls.com)

Beautiful Brass Leaf Earrings Simplicity is key, right? These...

Mon, 02 Jul 2012 19:43:02 -0400

Beautiful Brass Leaf Earrings

Simplicity is key, right? These simple brass leaves are lightweight and always leave an impression. They are wire-wrapped to one small faceted piece of clear quartz. The total length of the earring is two inches from top to bottom. The leaver-backs are made of brass and have a little shell design on the front.

Made with love in Vancouver.

Available for purchase on Etsy

Snails in the afterlife!

Thu, 28 Jun 2012 20:02:05 -0400

Snails in the afterlife!

Removing Wrinkles the Natural Way

Thu, 21 Jun 2012 02:42:00 -0400

Natural Wrinkle Reducers

(Photo Courtesy of Romona Forcella)

While always on the hunt for the latest natural beauty trends, I recently learnt of a few natural ways to reduce the appearance of wrinkles. The first tip is universally known while the others were news to me, so keep reading to learn of some great natural treatments!

1. Drink loads ofwater and I mean loads! You should consume at least 8 glasses of water a day. Apparently the water is best for your skin when had at room temperature. Add a splash of lemon juice while you are at it! Hydration is key for a glowing complexion.

2. Say goodbye to your crow’s feet with a honey steam bath. Hover your face over a boiling bowl of water and embrace all that good steam. Once finished steaming, cover your face in honey, leave on for a couple of minutes than wash off with cold water. This will leave your face feeling very smooth and firm.

3. Make an avocado face mask. Not only is nature’s butter delicious but is loaded with vitamins B, K and E therefore works wonders when applied to your face. Cut up a ripe avocado and apply it to your face. Leave the avocado on for about 15 minutes and you will be impressed with the softness of your skin after you finish.

The best part of this regime is it can be easily done for under $10.00!

For more information on natural beauty regimes, check out the following post I did about natural manicures.

Fabulous Easy Appetizer! 2 ounces vermicelli noodles 8 large...

Sun, 06 May 2012 22:56:34 -0400

Fabulous Easy Appetizer!

2 ounces vermicelli noodles
8 large round rice paper wrappers
1 cup mung bean sprouts
1/2 cup cucumber, cut into thin strips to make 1/2 cup
1 medium carrot, shredded
8 2-3inch strips of head lettuce
1/4 cup hoisin sauce

Madonna is still a force of nature!

Wed, 02 May 2012 14:01:00 -0400

My latest obsession is Tune-In Radio where you can stream radio stations all over the world. It is really organized and breaks down music genres into categories and sub-categories. It will show you what is currently playing on the particular stations you are browsing. What is even better is that you can search artists and songs using this application. So naturally I would search my goddess Madonna to find she is currently playing on numerous stations all over the world! There are even channels solely dedicated to her music. Just about 30 years in the music business and still a powerhouse! Props to you Lady Madge!

3secondheatbeat: John Paul Tremblay of our favourite Canadian...

Sat, 24 Mar 2012 15:14:30 -0400

3secondheatbeat:

John Paul Tremblay of our favourite Canadian TV show, Trailer Park Boys, gives a heated high five this past weekend at 3SecondHeat in Halifax.

Growing up in a Italian household, saying byebye to cheese...

Sun, 18 Mar 2012 17:23:00 -0400

Growing up in a Italian household, saying byebye to cheese breaks my heart, but Daiya offers a damn good substitute! Used for lunch today on gluten free bread in a grilled cheese. The cheese melts marvellously. Quite tasty, highly recommend! These cheese shreds also taste fabulous on a hearty minestrone.

Is your pH balanced?

Sun, 18 Mar 2012 03:40:00 -0400

After visiting the Vancouver Health and Wellness show, an older gentleman asked me, “Is your pH balanced?” I really had no idea. He gave me a pH test trip to use during my next visit to the loo.

I try to maintain a healthy diet but had never considered his question before. So how did I score? Luckily I was only slightly below neutral. On the pH scale, any number above 7 is alkaline and any number below is considered acidic. My results led me on a new adventure which was trying to boost my pH.

There is an abundance of information that explains how one can naturally balance his or her pH. All you need to know is what foods are acidic and alkaline forming in the body. Different sources state how much alkaline food one should intake, but it ranges anywhere from 65-80% of your total diet. Initially I thought it would be as simple as a chart diving food into these two categories. As it turns out, each food group can be categorized into varying degrees.

Check out this pH balance chart to get an idea:

Balancing your pH is essential for feeling healthy and balanced. Too much acidity in the body is the foundation for many diseases.

Now next time your body feels out of whack, look up a pH balance chart to see what your body is lacking.

3SecondHeatBeat: Digestive Issues

Sun, 18 Mar 2012 03:35:44 -0400

3SecondHeatBeat: Digestive Issues :

3secondheatbeat:

If you suffer from any digestive issues a 3SecondHeat hot water bottle is the way to go. It is just like your grandmother’s hot water bottle except minus the filling it up part. What is nice about 3SecondHeat is that the heat pad is ready to go at any time. So if you wake up in the middle…

Whistler Peak

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 18:10:07 -0500

Whistler Peak

Whistler Peak- words cannot describe the surreal beauty.

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 03:04:36 -0500

Whistler Peak- words cannot describe the surreal beauty.

I dream of the day I can experience this wonder.

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 01:18:45 -0500

I dream of the day I can experience this wonder.