Life after breast cancer: How long does it take to heal?
This week I learned a new term from the doctors that I thought was only associated with vehicles. They said
Do you know who you are?
Who am I now? That has been an ongoing question in my brain. Who am I now? What is going
How cancer treatment can trigger menopause
The “M” word… Menopause… yeah, we talk about upcoming changes in our life with our peers, and with our friends/family
New in beauty: Two new budget-friendly skin-care lines at Shoppers Drug Mart
Looking for a new-and budget-friendly-addition to your skincare routine?Shoppers Drug Mart is launching two exclusive new skin-care brands this month:
Eat good food, raise money for breast cancer
Eat to the Beat is an annual culinary fundraiser that takes place in Toronto to benefit Willow Breast Cancer Support
Are you ever too old to participate in sports?
Not according to 95-year-old javelin thrower Florence Storch, who’s aiming for a spot on the podium in Canada’s 55+ games,
Links roundup: August 29
From CBC, the Paralympic torch relay has begun. From That’s Fit, how fructose makes you fat. From Fit Sugar, what
The moment of truth?
As you know, I’ve been training to run a 10K race—the Nike Human Race—on August 31. As in on Sunday!
New vaccine approved by Health Canada
According to the Canadian Press, Health Canada yesterday announced the approval of a vaccine against shingles for people age 60
Book review: Apples to Oysters by Margaret Webb
Where does your food come from? Many of us don’t even think about it—it comes from the grocery store, of
Incense use linked to respiratory cancers
While the sweet smell of incense can induce a feeling of relaxation or is part of many cultures’ religious ceremonies,
Behind the scenes at our September cover shoot
Ilove the cover of our September issue—the model looks so healthy andhappy to be cycling around the countryside on her
Celebrate National Family Dinner Night
How often do you sit down for dinner with your family? Do you wish it happened more? Well, here’s an
The fanciest lip gloss in town
This is not something I’d ever have come up with, but you have to hand it to the people at
Pole dancing at home
If you’re a fan of pole-dancing or strip-teasing fitness classes, then this tidbit of news is for you: you can
Healthy splurge: GoChi goji berry juice
If you’re on top of nutrition trends, you’ll already know about goji berries, an Asian import hailed as one of
Inside breast cancer: Finding the right bra
Underwear… yes, this is girl talk. I have bought so many different types of underwear over the last two years
What’s really making you tired?
Fitness vs. fatigue management – it has really been a struggle for me to find the balance. When you sign
7 ways to work fitness into your life
The big question for dear husband and me has been, How do we make a fitness plan part of our
Fall fitness boost
I love fall—the colours, that earthy smell hanging in the air—but it also signals the end of all the summer
Travel for foodies in PEI this fall
Last week I had the pleasure of meeting Chef Michael Smith, a PEI resident and prominent Canadian foodie and host
Links roundup: August 22
Some interesting stories from around the web this week: From The Tyee, why is the Canadian media so demanding of
My favourite new toothpaste
I’m really, really picky about toothpaste. For one thing, I have very specific preferences about mint: I like peppermint, but
The power of prayer?
Pray, pray, pray… I have had a difficult relationship with religion, or rather with people who feel that they are
How to choose your dreams
Like the rest of the world, we are watching the Olympics, listening to other people’s dreams and learning about the
Roundup of women’s health news
A snapshot of important news in women’s health this week: Bone Health: From this week’s issue of the Canadian Medical
8 tips on cooking for people with food allergies
Cooking for people with food allergies can be tough. To help, King Pharmaceuticals Canada, maker of EpiPen, teamed with Canadian
5 things you should know about allergies
Summertime is a mixed blessing for me. While it’s my favourite season due to the lovely warm weather (when it’s
Tomato time
Baskets of ripe field tomatoes filled the stalls of our local farmers’ market this past weekend. Finally, tomatoes with a