In From the Hill by the Sea: A Cookbook & Memoir, chef Seadon Shouse shares recipes and memories, taking readers on a culinary journey that educates them about the cuisine of his Nova Scotian youth, all the while cooking from the land and sea with heart and soul.

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Often when we begin to reflect on the metaphysical questions in life, including “what’s my purpose?” we undervalue the role of physical health in the journey. But having the healthiest body possible allows us to more easily grow and stretch in other areas of life. Here are some key focus areas to boost physical health so you can more powerfully live on purpose.

Well-being

When pursuing healthy life changes, sometimes your biggest challenges can come from your own internal inhibitors. Here’s some expert advice on getting over mental hurdles on your wellness journey.

Healthy Habits

Life is about balance. We provide you with strategies for a lifelong commitment to strength and well-being in all areas of your life. 

Lifestyle

The average person is exposed to between 1 and 3 million xenobiotics over a lifetime. These are substances that are foreign to the body or ecosystem, and they can be associated with hormone disruption, immune disturbance, and carcinogenic effects. How does our body’s biotransformation system help eliminate these chemicals?

detox

Recovering from disordered eating is an individual process. Find out how one 24&#x2d;year&#x2d;old woman’s journey of recovery led her into entrepreneurship and her mission to share her experience to help others.

Eating Disorders

In the winter, we bundle up, shut our windows, and get cozy. But in our effort to seal out the frigid cold, are we trapping indoor toxins in our home? Researchers say yes, but thankfully, it’s easy to detox our lungs and improve our home’s air quality.

Air Pollution

Although scented products like candles or perfume are popular and beloved, some may be harmful, both for your health and the environment’s. Here, we’re breaking down the power of scents so you can choose what’s right for you.

Essential Oils

Vitamin D has long been celebrated for its impact on our bone strength and immune function, but emerging research indicates it also plays an important role when it comes to our heart health.

Heart Health

Across the country, a cultural shift is happening, as many Canadians are choosing to drink less alcohol. With 2024 newly underway, it may just be the perfect time to reassess your own relationship with alcohol.

Drinks

The importance of oral hygiene extends beyond our mouths. In addition to influencing our overall health, looking after for our pearly whites can protect our hearts. Brush up on how regular dental care can help improve our oral and cardiovascular health.

Add these fun, family&#x2d;friendly activities to your winter bucket list for increased health and happiness this season.

Happiness

Prevent your well&#x2d;being from slipping through the cracks by integrating these gentle five&#x2d;minute goals into your routine to steer you toward better health.

New Year goals

Red light therapy is said to improve skin and treat inflammation, but does it really work? Discover what science says about the benefits of red light therapy.

Inflammation

This guide contains research&#x2d;backed recommendations for supplements based on your specific health concerns.

Supplements

When all goes well in the circulatory system, our muscles, tissues, and organs can function properly. But any chink in the circulatory chain can negatively impact the healthy functioning of our organs and cause diverse signs and symptoms as a result.

Are resolutions falling out of fashion? Not if we set ourselves up for success (this includes occasional slip&#x2d;ups) with a few mindset shifts: dream big, but break it up into small steps; be willing to show up and start again; believe in yourself.

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We’ve all been there: forgetting where we left our keys or the name of the neighbour down the street. While a certain amount of forgetfulness is normal, it’s important to support our brain health to prevent more serious memory loss. That’s where the spice saffron comes in: not only does it impart flavour to your foods, but research suggests it may enhance your memory too.

Spices

We often misuse the terms food allergy, intolerance, and sensitivity in conversation. Knowing what type of food reaction you’re experiencing is key for making appropriate dietary choices that address the underlying problem and foster overall health long term.

Food Allergy

Fat, protein, and carbs have all had their turn being vilified throughout diet culture. Yet this powerful triad of nutrients, together with essential vitamins and minerals, is what our body relies on to thrive.

Eating Healthy

What you should eat, how you should exercise—the list goes on. This brings about many myths around women’s bodies, from periods syncing to bras causing breast cancer. Not sure which myths hold a grain of truth and which ones don’t hold up at all?

Women's Health

We’ve collected the 10 best holistic health apps to provide you with essential tools and expert insights on everything from nutrition to mindfulness.

Top 10 Holistic Health Apps

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Do you have your crystal ball ready? Peer into the future with us to uncover the next hot health trends coming our way in 2024.

Trends

Understanding the body’s response to stressors and learning techniques to cope with stress are paramount for cultivating health now and minimizing the risk of stress&#x2d;related disease in the years to come.

Stress

Putting others’ needs consistently before our own can leave us feeling burned out and regretful. This holiday season, take time to prioritize you.

Health

From the Sea to the Plate

Purpose, Power, and Physical Health

Encountering Wellness Roadblocks?

Supporting Your Body’s Detox Processes

Learning How to Glow

Indoor Air Detox

Scent-Sational Aromas

Into the Heart of Vitamin D

Re-Assessing Our Relationship with Alcohol

Taking Oral Health to Heart

10 Winter Bucket List Ideas to Check Off

5-Minute Health Actions with Long-Term Benefits

Exploring the Benefits of Red Light Therapy

The Best Supplements for Every Health Goal

Getting to the Heart of Circulation

Rise and Shine

The Spice for Memory Enhancement?

Can’t Stomach It?

The Whole (Food) Picture

Debunking Common Women’s Wellness Myths

Top 10 Holistic Health Apps

10 Wellness Trends of 2024

The Science of Stress

The Price of Nice