The days are getting longer, the weather is getting warmer, and if you live in Toronto, April showers are upon us. This can only mean one thing; winter is finally over and at long last spring is here! What better way to celebrate the change in seasons than by spring...

The latest news about potentially restricting strollers on the TTC upsets me not only as a mom, but also as a proud Torontonian, and as a fellow human being. Torontonians pushing for this restriction should be ashamed of themselves. What kind of example are we setting when we put our...

1. Get Organized. Avoid unnecessary stress by responding promptly to holiday invitations, and map out your social commitments to avoid double or triple booking your time. Remember, you don't have to accept every invitation you receive, but you do need to make sure you're not overextending yourself. Organization is also...

For me, becoming vegetarian has been a slow journey of personal discovery and growth. An obliging carnivore as a child, I favoured meat and potatoes over most other vegetables. In my early twenties, I developed gluten and dairy allergies, and found myself paying closer attention to the food I was...

Many of us find it hard to take time out for yoga, even though the health benefits are proven. Try these tips, and make it easier to commit to a regular practice. Be good to yourself by consistently bringing a little yoga into your life!

1. Be Prepared. Roll up...

Gluten sensitivities or intolerances can be frustrating and painful, not to mention inconvenient and downright dangerous. Thankfully, there are ways to eliminate gluten from your diet without radically altering your lifestyle. Knowing what alternatives are available, and where to look for them, can make the transition to a gluten free...

Trying out any new activity can be intimidating, especially one where advanced students are twisting their bodies into pretzel-like poses. Don't let fear of the unknown keep you from discovering yoga, and radically improving your health. Use these six tips to help demystify your first yoga experience and get yourself...

When it comes to vegetarian eating, many people are intimidated. It's a common misnomer that plant-based meals take more time to prepare, and are lacking in taste and nutrients. In fact, this couldn't be further from the truth. Use these five tips to add a little veggie love to your...

1. Fill your plate with fresh fruits and veggies. Eat as many colours as you can, and eat as many veggies as you like. Visit Farmer's markets, and experiment with seasonal goodies. Blend your greens for a nutrient-packed smoothie, or puree your root veggies to make a comforting soup. Add...

I firmly believe in the benefits of prenatal yoga, both as a yoga instructor, and as a mom to be.

In most 200-hour yoga instructor certification programs, a portion of the curriculum is dedicated to prenatal yoga. As such, I had some knowledge of modifying my regular yoga classes...

There has been a lot of debate in the media lately about the possible risks of practicing yoga. It is my opinion that yoga is safe for just about everyone, as long as you follow a few simple guidelines.

It's important to recognize that yoga is different from a lot...

As a yoga enthusiast I would like to respond to the recent article in the New York Times: "How Yoga Can Wreck Your Body."

Mr. Broad's article in the NY Times is sensationally titled and irresponsibly illustrated. In my opinion, yoga is no more dangerous than any...

When I tell people that I'm allergic to wheat and dairy they usually look at me with pity and ask how I manage without pizza and ice cream.

Ten years ago, when I was first diagnosed, I had to do without a lot of my favourite foods. Thankfully, today that...

When I found out we were expecting our first baby, I was excited yet calm. I had heard all the stories about morning sickness and other such discomforts, but I felt confident that my pregnancy would be different. I was convinced that I would be one of the happily glowing...

Winter is just around the corner and with it the advent of the dreaded cold and flu season.

This year, follow these five tips and increase your chances of staying sniffle-free:

1. Manage your stress.

Stress weakens the immune system making us susceptible to infection.

Don't let stress get...