The Secret Life of Fungi
There is more than meets the eyeAs a human being, when you think of something that is “like you,” what do you imagine?In 2000, Dr. Michael Hathaway, professor of anthropology at Simon Fraser Universit
No gym? No problem
Media inundates our lives, not only with news about impending doom but also with “influencers” inspiring or shaming about what should or shouldn’t be achieved while spending more time indoors. Shame i
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Take the Sting Out of Your Child’s Allergies
When your child spends more time scratching, sneezing, and wheezing than playing and adventuring, it can be hard to know how to help them with their allergies. While antihistamines and epinephrine hav
Hempseed Oil vs CBD Oil
In today’s “green rush” of supplements derived from the hemp plant (Cannabis sativa), it can be confusing to sort through product labels and understand exactly what you’re getting.
Though hempseed oil
Building happy, healthy brains
In the new reality introduced by the COVID-19 pandemic, kids may be showing signs of worry and stress. It could be a natural reaction to concern demonstrated by adults, or because of news coverage and
Can a Plant-Based Diet Help with Addiction Recovery?
Adam Sud checked into a rehab facility in Tucson, AZ, in 2012. He was struggling with addictions to fast food and Adderall, a prescription drug used to treat ADHD. He had survived a suicide attempt by
Aren’t Your Kids Sweet Enough Already?
Why do children love sugar so much? It’s all biology’s fault. As young, growing, and somewhat vulnerable individuals, their bodies have a preprogrammed mechanism to help ensure energy prioritization t
MENtal Health
According to the World Health Organization, over 264 million people of all ages suffer from depression. In Canada, one in five experience a mental health or addiction problem, reports the Centre for A
Golden Gratitude
More than simply a glass-half-full attitude, the impacts of gratitude are rich and far-reaching. From enhanced physical and mental health, to improved sleep and lowered stress, to amplified connectedn
