If there is one thing that is the bane of a good figure and vibrant health, it is belly fat. I am talking about that stubborn extra roll around the middle that does not seem to...

A single clove of garlic is a powerhouse of more than 200 known chemical compounds, including many health-bestowing antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and sulphurous compounds. It is an excellent source of potassium, iron, calcium, magnesium, manganese, zinc, selenium...

According to Environment Canada, Canadians spend over $1.5 billion on candy, costumes and decorations each year for Halloween. Now that's scary! Think about the handfuls of sweets given out at each door, filling pillow sacks and tummies...

The cost of providing medical care to seniors will skyrocket over the next decade. Ironically, an old model of care may prove to be a contemporary and cost-effective solution to this problem.   Aptly named, HouseCalls (www.seniorshousecalls.ca)...

Waste is an issue for all retail operations, given the need to take in and unpack large numbers of individual items and then display and package them up in a way that customers will appreciate. CalRecycle (California’s...

While they may put up with a lot of stress from wind, waves and weather, beaches and the coastal environments surrounding them are surprisingly fragile. The ecosystems which make up coastal areas have evolved over eons to...

This vegetarian delight is great all year round. The garlic and onion are true complements to the lentils and tofu, and Bhutanese red rice gives the patties a rich texture. They may very well remind you of...

With cooler temperatures around the corner, there's no time like the present to revive your exercise routine. Being physically active is not only beneficial to your overall well-being; it can also help reduce your risk of serious...

     International athlete, nutritionist, fitness consultant and model Caroline Pearce offers this 6 exercise total body circuit training workout designed to burn maximum calories and tone your body from top to toe. Total Cardio Burn (3 x...

We’ve heard it time and time again, staying hydrated is important. The body is made up mostly of water. Without enough of it, we can’t expect to function properly. Even things we usually take for granted– bowel...