Living Well
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Living Well | November 4th 2009
Good nutrition is a fundamental necessity that not everyone in Manitoba gets
According to the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization, 1.02 billion people around the world go hungry every day. That’s one in six people that are starving on a daily basis. more »
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Living Well | October 28th 2009
Don’t take pomegranates for granted
Pomegranates are one of the most powerful natural sources of antioxidants. In comparison to other beverages believed to be high in polyphenol antioxidants, such as red wine, green tea and other fruit juices, pomegranate juice has been proven to contain 20 per cent greater antioxidant potency than any of these other beverages. more »
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Living Well | October 21st 2009
Avoiding the cold is easy if you prepare with proper clothing
Temperatures are dropping and although we hate to think about the freezing weather approaching, this is the time to start preparing ourselves to keep warm – before it really gets cold. more »
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Living Well | October 14th 2009
More than just the musical fruit, beans are nutritious and can be enjoyed in a number of ways
Beans are nutritional superstars. They are a versatile plant-based food high in both fibre and protein. more »
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Living Well | October 7th 2009
No sugar tonight: There’s no “turn-off” switch in our brains when it comes to swee
Conflicting advice regarding what we should and should not eat bombards us every day. Nicole Choptain, a certified holistic nutritionist (CHN) in Winnipeg, gives us the inside scoop. more »
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Living Well | September 30th 2009
Whether or not it’s really the best medicine, laughter does lighten the load and improve your
The next time you’re feeling stressed, watch a comedy: Laughter has been proven to have a number of health benefits, including stress relief. more »
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Living Well | September 23rd 2009
Quality food may be more expensive than the alternative, but it’s worth it
It can’t be denied that quality food is expensive. Eating organic, free-range and all-natural products tends to be in the higher price range. It’s no wonder that we turn to “cheap” fare: fast food and junk food. more »
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Living Well | September 16th 2009
Motivating yourself to exercise isn’t as hard as it may seem
We all know that exercising regularly is good for one’s health, but finding the motivation to do so can be a real challenge. more »
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Living Well | September 9th 2009
Plant-based foods provide an alternative source for nutrients
A vegan diet is one which abstains from eating animal ingredients or derivatives. To raise awareness about animal ingredients in everyday foods, and to discover if it is possible to maintain a nutritious diet while eating strictly vegan, I am adopting a vegan diet for the month of September. more »
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Living Well | September 2nd 2009
Can veganism be a healthy way to eat?
Sugar. Toothpaste. Wine. Marshmallows. Although these four products seem random, they do have one thing in common: The potential to contain animal products. more »
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