Flu is short for influenza, which is an acute respiratory illness. Most people who get the flu recover completely in 1 to 2 weeks, but some will develop serious and potentially life-threatening medical complications, such as pneumonia. The symptoms of a flu include fever, fatigue, muscle pain, headache, runny nose, cough and...
Surprisingly Delicious Vegan Ingredient Swaps!
For many people, meat or dairy can cause stomach upset or other unpleasant reactions. But switching recipe ingredients can be a challenge, especially if you don’t want to compromise on taste. That’s why we’ve compiled our list of surprisingly delicious vegan ingredient swaps! Instead of Cow’s Milk, swap for Almond...
5 Lifestyle Changes to Reduce Your Risk of Breast Cancer
Breast cancer is a very common disease and many people know a family member or friend who has been diagnosed with it. The good news is that there are ways to reduce the risk of breast cancer through lifestyle changes. Below are 5 key considerations when managing your habits, diet...
Help for Post-Summer Weight Loss
Summer days have been fun and carefree while we enjoyed time with friends and family and indulged in tasty treats. Typically, it’s a time when we splurge on goodies such as ice cream and fast food. But now fall is upon us and it’s time to get back into our...
Natural Approaches to Managing Seasonal Allergies
It’s that time of year again – allergy season! A time when many struggle to relieve their symptoms of sneezing, running nose, itchy eyes and blocked sinuses. Most seasonal allergies are caused by pollens found in outdoor plants and they create a miserable reaction for those who are exposed, which...