Small changes can have big results

Harriet Cooper is a freelance health writer and regular alive contributor.

Heart Health

Natural is the way. We bring you credible approaches to preventative health, holistic treatments, and supportive supplements.

Health

The Canadian dollar is down. Oil prices are down. And the price of produce is way, way up. Consider this your guide to weathering the cauliflower crisis.

How to Save Money on Organic Groceries

The managing editor, digital, at alive, Colleen likes baking healthy(ish) desserts and cooking up a good pun.

Financial Planning

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

Joshua Duvauchelle is a regular alive contributor and certified personal trainer.

Take a preventive approach

Ann Harmer is a freelance writer and editor who lives in Garden Bay, BC.

Pet Care

Serves 5.

Matthew Kadey, MSc, RD, is a dietitian, nutrition writer, and recipe developer. He is also the author of Rocket Fuel (VeloPress, 2016) and Muffin Tin Chef (Ulysses Press, 2012).

Food is medicine. It all starts here. We create recipes with functional, whole organic ingredients that nourish your body and feed your soul. 

Food

Gail Johnson is an award-winning digital, print, and broadcast journalist based in Vancouver. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/gailjohnsonvancouver">@gailjohnsonvancouver</a>

Serves 6 to 8

Irene McGuinness is a writer, recipe developer, food stylist for numerous magazines and corporations, and alumna of the Writer’s Studio at Simon Fraser University

Laura Sugden is a seasoned lifestyle writer, an avid foodie, and outdoor enthusiast.

If there’s one thing all pet owners want, it is to have their beloved furry friends live long and healthy lives.

Daniela Ginta, MSc, NNCP, is a freelance writer who lives in Kamloops, BC.

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Deena Kara Shaffer, PhD, is a learning specialist and lecturer at Ryerson University, co-creator of the Thriving in Action initiative, and owner of Awakened Learning, resilience-based educational coaching and consulting.

Parenting

Family comes first. We equip you with the tools to create a holistically healthy family now, and for generations to come.

Family

Serves 2 | Ready in 10 minutes

Allison Day, RHN, is a nutritionist, blogger, and cookbook author. Check out her cookbooks, <a href="http://amzn.to/2kjWPpb" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Whole Bowls</a> and <a href="http://amzn.to/2kjW5k1" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Purely Pumpkin</a> (Skyhorse Publishing, 2016).

How one fearless farmer is challenging conventions in Canadian agriculture

Tiffany Mayer is a journalist based in St. Catharines, Ontario. She finds no shortage of inspiration in the Niagara Region where she lives.

Organic Agriculture

All the information about your natureal health retailer store, and why they need our support now more than ever.

What You Need to Know About Your Natural Health Retailer

Leah Payne is a writer, author, and editor based in Vancouver, BC. She is the author of <a href="https://www.orcabook.com/Get-Outside-P7924">Get Outside!</a> and <a href="https://www.orcabook.com/Less-Is-More">Less is More</a>. (Headshot credit: Notting Hill Photography). 
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Simple and fresh, this recipe offers powerful long-chain omega-3 fatty acids from wild salmon, which carry powerful anticancer properties. Plus, it delivers a delicious soy citrus dressing.

Serves 6.

These pretty banana muffins are a great on-the-go breakfast or midday snack. The spottier and browner the bananas, the better for this recipe. Very ripe bananas have a stronger banana taste, making for a tastier muffin.

Makes 12 muffins.

Lawren Moneta is a chef, food stylist, and recipe developer.

Makes 12 muffins | ready in 45 minutes

This article offers a nuanced look at the societal and self&#x2d;imposed beliefs that prevent women from pursuing radical authenticity, self&#x2d;realization, and self&#x2d;care. Author Dr. Michele Kambolis shares how consistent, easeful practices help women become the fullest versions of themselves.

Karli Petrovic is a writer, editor and yoga instructor living in Portland, Oregon. She’s written for a variety of publications, including Greenhouse Grower, HOW, Print and Edible Ohio Valley.

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Unraveling the production and life cycle of your clothing can inform more mindful choices that keep toxic fabrics off your skin and out of your life.

Laura Newton is a writer and editor based in BC's Sea to Sky Country.

Todd Runestad has been covering nutrition science news and ingredient innovations for nearly 20 years. He’s a senior editor covering supplements and ingredients for Informa’s Health &amp; Nutrition Network.

Life is busy, and it can be easy to put off activities that bring us joy and strength—but there’s nothing more important than learning to seize the day and start living now.

Isabela Vera is an independent consultant, PhD candidate, and writer focused on sustainable food systems.

Happiness

Serves 4

Don’t scrap the good stuff. Save money on your food bill while reducing food waste with these glammed&#x2d;up goodies.

meatless monday

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Poached Salmon Sandwich with Tomato Chutney

Sleep On It

Prawn Souvlaki with Spicy Chipotle Aioli

Savvy Spending with Nicole Lapin

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Rearing Resilience

Till Sleep Do Us Part

Cannabis in Women’s Health

Better-For-You Bloody Mary

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All About Your Natural Health Retailer

Fresh Greens and Salmon with Soy Citrus Dressing

Matcha Swirl Banana Muffins

Matcha Swirl Banana Muffins

The Bravery of Pursuing Radical Self-Care

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Turkey Pancakes with Berry Sauce

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