Enjoy listening to my 15-minute interview with host Ted Michaels – Host of the Health & Wellness Show 900 CHML. It’s a great summary of how what we eat impacts our brain health, and gut health, and ultimately, our risk of depression and anxiety. I also invite anyone who lives in the Hamilton area to…
A healthy relationship with food, requires a healthy relationship with one’s self. One of the most powerful ways to achieve this, is with mindfulness. Jon Kabat-Zinn, a pioneer in the field, defines mindfulness as “the awareness that arises, through paying attention on purpose, in the present moment, non-judgmentally, in the service of self-understanding and wisdom.” …
If you’re ever wondering how much effort you should put into eating healthy, consider these two, fundamental facts. First, your body is your home – the most important one you’ll ever live in. It deserves to be taken care of. Second, if you want to optimize your physical health, mental health, quality of life, and…
The benefits of good sleep for health, happiness, longevity, and overall well-being cannot be overstated. Most people greatly underestimate its value. Eating well and being active is not enough. Sleep is critical for brain health, managing your moods, reducing stress, and boosting your immune system. It reduces your risk of high blood pressure, heart disease,…
If you want 2015 to be an exceptional year, make this the year you master eight habits linked to health and happiness. After all, it’s your habits, or patterns of behaviour, that ultimately determine how great your life can be. The following eight habits, when practiced regularly, are guaranteed to make your life healthier and…
Your brain is the most complex organ in your body, containing more than 100 billion specialized cells that command everything you do, think, sense and say. Protecting these cells from damage is critical. That’s where berries come in. They’re antioxidant all-stars and definitely deserve a spot in your daily eating plan. They protect brain cell…
