What is iron deficiency anemia? It is the most common type of anemia and it occurs when the body doesn’t have enough of the mineral iron to produce hemoglobin. Hemoglobin is a protein that allows our red blood cells to carry oxygen throughout the body and without adequate levels, we cannot function optimally. You may be suffering from iron deficiency anemia and not even know it.
Read MoreEver wanted to try making your own almond milk but been turned off by the process? Look no further; making your own nut milk might seem intimidating but it’s actually quite the opposite.
Read MoreSpring has arrived; we can see it in the longer days, feel it in the warming temperatures and for some, experience it in the onset of seasonal allergies (sneezing attacks anyone?). What does this mean for our health and lifestyle and what can we do to best support ourselves and stay balanced during this seasonal shift?
Read MoreJanuary is officially over and for many of us that means coming to the realization that most (or all) of our New Year's resolutions have already fallen by the wayside. With a new year comes the intention of starting fresh and healthy but after the holidays, life goes back to its normal pace and our resolutions tend to take a back seat. What does this mean? It means that we're human! Don't give up just yet, you can still accomplish those goals - you just need to re-evaluate the steps you take to accomplish them.
Read MoreChristmas is upon us and if you're anything like me, you still have names to check off of your shopping list. That's why I've compiled a list of some of my favourite things from 2017, any of which would make great gift ideas for the health nut, foodie, or environmentalist on your list! Best of all, they're totally affordable (under $60) and might even inspire you to kick off your 2018 with health and wellness in mind.
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