In 2023, health workers and volunteers planted more than 1,000 trees at Edmonton’s Grey Nuns Community Hospital. It’s all part of a nationwide movement to tap into one of the most well-documented forms of healing medicine: nature, green spaces, and forests. Trees are medicine “Edmonton already had a great program called Root for Trees with … Continued
The relationship between the brain and the immune system has often been unclear, but new research suggests that the two are in constant communication. It turns out the brain works to balance and regulate our immune system. Scientists have recently identified cells in the brainstem that sense immune cues from the periphery of the body … Continued
If you’ve ever experienced bloating, you know how uncomfortable (even painful) it can be. This common issue affects almost one in seven people weekly, particularly women. Bloating can feel like abdominal fullness, pressure, or trapped gas, and it’s often caused by diet, lifestyle, and digestive issues. Fortunately, natural remedies may help prevent and relieve bloating. … Continued
Clothing is a fundamental human need, right up there with food and shelter. But while you might be in the habit of asking yourself, “Who grew my food?”, when’s the last time you pondered, “Who grew my clothes?” One way or another, the fibres we wear come from the earth―be they animal, plant, or petroleum … Continued
By Nancy Hillis
Scrolling through TikTok can feel like a masterclass in finding new things to worry about. The latest? Your face might be betraying your stress levels (cue collective panic and endless mirror checks!). But before you start scrutinizing your selfies for signs of stress, let’s look at what’s really going on with so-called cortisol face. Meet … Continued