When we talk about our health and making healthy choices we are usually thinking about our physical health. What many people don’t realise is that healthy choices are very important for our brain health. We tend to start thinking more about our brain health as we get older and we start having memory issues and Read More …

We were fortunate to be able to enjoy such a beautiful autumn season this year. BC broke so many high temperature and low rain records. As winter approaches we need to find ways to stay active and healthy. We are now into November, otherwise known as ‘Movember’. What exactly is Movember all about? Well, it’s Read More …

62,000 people in Canada have a stroke each year — that’s one every ten minutes. A stroke occurs when the blood flow to a particular area of the brain is blocked or cut off. Brain cells deprived of oxygen begin to deteriorate and die, and in most cases, bodily functions and limbs controlled by that Read More …

1 in 5 Canadians suffer with the constant pain, swelling and stiffness of arthritis. It is one of the most common chronic health conditions in Canada and is one of the most frequent causes of physical disability among older adults. It is common for people who are in pain to shy away from being touched Read More …

This time of year many people are busy harvesting, canning and preparing their fruit and vegetables for the long winter ahead. This probably has been going on for a few months as different fruits and vegetables are ready at different times. Again this year, I have been harvesting and preparing different wild plants and herbs Read More …