The impact of the environment on human health has been long known: according to the WHO, almost 1 in 4 of all deaths across the globe are linked to environmental conditions. Here we explore the concept of planetary health, where it is today, and how you can apply it to everyday life.

Carimé Lane is a Toronto-based freelance writer and lawyer.

planetary health

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

Indoor plants add a fresh touch of green, but some also act as air purifiers. Discover these everyday houseplants that are also toxin-fighting superheroes.

Indoor Plants That Purify the Air

Jesse Vernon Trail is an author, curriculum developer, and instructor on horticulture, environment, sustainability, natural history, herbs, and nutrition topics.

Environmental Toxins

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

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

Health

Learn how to overcome the challenges

Serenity Aberdour, ND, is a naturopathic doctor in Vancouver, BC.

Obesogens

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

Cleaning

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

Food

Avoiding some chemicals may reduce risk

Marijke Vroomen Durning, RN, is a Montreal-based health writer and author of <a href="http://amzn.to/2o7989b" target="_blank">Just the Right Dose: Your Smart Guide to Prescription Drugs &amp; How to Take Them Safely</a> (self-published, 2015).

Cancer

Choose natural deodorants

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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Beauty starts within. We celebrate natural, organic beauty that is better for the planet and helps you look and feel your best.  

Beauty

Safe strategies to remove toxins

Michelle Hancock is a frequent contributor to alive.

Detoxification

Toxin Toxout

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

Sweat toxins out, dont absorb them

Shari Feuz is a Vancouver-based freelance health and fitness writer and personal trainer.

Reducing Toxins

Weight Loss

Get a little help from herbs

Beverley Gray is an aromatherapist, herbalist and author of <a href="http://amzn.to/2mg8Nxp" target="_blank">The Boreal Herbal (Aroma Borealis Press, 2011) and <a href="http://amzn.to/2m5PhV7" target="_blank">A Field Guide to Medicinal Wild Plants of Canada</a> (Harbour Publishing, 2013).

Toxic air pollution linked to cancer

Melissa Galea Holmes, MSc, MA, is a researcher in health and exercise psychology.

Holidays

Learn how to minimize your risk

Sick Building Syndrome

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

Family

Oceans

Whats lurking in your best friend?

Ellen Niemer is a former editor and frequent contributor at alive.

On a paper near you

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

Environmental Toxins

Planetary Health Care

Mother Nature’s Air Purifiers

Environmental Detoxification

6 Common Environmental Toxins and How to Avoid Them: A Shortlist

Maintain a Healthy Weight

6 Cleaning Cheats for Eco-Freaks

Can Breast Cancer Be Prevented?

Don't Sweat It

A Whole Life Cleanse

Book review

Detox Your Workout

Maintain a Healthy Weight

Spring Detox

Something in the Air

Environmental Defence's Top Tips for Detoxing Your Holidays

Sick Building Syndrome

Babies are Born Pre-polluted, Finds New Report from Environmental Defence

Blue Flag Canada: Keeping Our Marinas and Beaches Safe, Clean, and Sustainable

Dogs and Toxic Chemicals

Reduce Your Child's Exposure to Toxic Chemicals

Bisphenol A

Plastic in Our Oceans

Will the FDA Ban BPA in Food Packaging?

Toxic Compounds Found in Oil Used for Frying Foods