Theres that old saying, Money is the root of all evil. But truly, money is valueless. Like so much else in life, it only has the meaning we give it. If you experience fear about money, regardless of how much you have or how much you need, its possible that your fear is rooted in…

There is nothing like lying outside, letting our skin absorb the light of the sun until we are warmed all the way to the bone. Beyond the obvious benefits of pure photonic energy and glowing skin, exposure to sunlight can give us one of the most important nutrients vitamin D. But sun exposure alone may…

While for some, going vegetarian and loosing weight go hand-in-hand, that is not the case for everyone. Some people find that losing weight on a vegetarian diet can be trickier. The good news is that weight loss can be more sustainable for vegetarians. As it is not a fad diet but rather a total lifestyle…

A quick and super-healthy meal, this curry is packed with nutrients Iron and Folic Acid in chickpeas, Vitamin C in spinach, Lycopene in tomatoes. It is low in calories and makes a perfect quick dinner. Ingredients 1 medium onion 2 garlic cloves 1 tblsp olive oil 2 tblsp curry spice or 1 tblsp curry paste…

As we age, we change. Some of these changes are wonderful, like becoming wiser and cultivating greater self-awareness. But some changes can be uncomfortable and painful, like developing arthritis. If you are starting to lose grace in your hands, feet, and joints, it can be easy to feel old and frustrated. But there are simple…

Ah, protein. Essential for every cell in the body, protein is one of the most contested nutrients these days. With so many people saying such different things about the type of protein we need, it can be hard to know what to eat. In my experience, raw, plant-based protein is the easiest to digest. I…

A recent survey showed that 56% of people rated spinach as their favourite vegetable and its hardly surprising. Not only is it very tasty, packed full of nutrients, very low calorie, its also quick and easy to prepare. To get the best out of spinach you need to use it as close to picking as…

We all know the classic image from the movies. An older man grasps his chest in pain and falls over. Someone recognizes hes having a heart attack and calls an ambulance, and he is rushed to a hospital. In real life, however, a heart attack can be much more subtle, and therefore harder to recognize….

Of all the plants in my garden, aloe vera is one of the most versatile and helpful. I love and respect those spiky, juicy leaves that are a treasure trove of medicine. Aloe vera is a hardy succulent plant that humans have used for thousands of years. It is a member of the lily family,…

We all know by now how important proper nutrition is for our childrens development. It can be challenging to get them to establish healthy eating habits in our fast-food culture. But with patience and diligence, we can help them lay a foundation of healthy eating decisions that will carry them through their lives. Make It…