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News: Can eating chocolate make the world a better place?

It's hard not to love a good piece of chocolate. Whether you're a true chocoholic or just like a little treat once in a while, you now have another reason... Read more

Posted by on August 30, 2010, 11:14 am

News: Sitting on the loo may be bad for your health

As a person trying to live a healthy lifestyle, I have a lot to think about. Am I eating enough fibre? Do I get enough exercise? Is... Read more

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Posted by Jennifer Goldberg on August 27, 2010, 10:45 am

Dengue fever: Are you at risk?

An old viral disease has resurfaced: dengue fever. According to the World Health Organization, about two-fifths of the global population are at risk. This illness is transmitted by mosquitoes and can... Read more

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Posted by Kat Tancock on August 27, 2010, 09:51 am

Winners of the Governor General's Award in Celebration of the Nation's Table

In the September 2010 issue of Best Health, fresh food chef Paul Finkelstein wrote about being asked, along with his students (pictured above), to help... Read more

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Posted by on August 25, 2010, 06:01 pm

Events: What’s happening this week

If you happen to be in Vancouver, Winnipeg or Quebec City this weekend, check out these healthy, fun and fit events. Go dancing in the... Read more

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Posted by Lisa Hannam on August 25, 2010, 04:14 pm

Guest post: How Seeds of Peace helps teens escape conflict

Hi, my name is Shami and I am a Palestinian Seed living in the West Bank city of Ramallah. I first came to Seeds of Peace as a 14-year-old camper in 2004—and remain a proud alum of Bunk 17. After attending... Read more

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Posted by Kat Tancock on August 25, 2010, 11:42 am

New online: Backpack tips for back-to-school

The season of back-to-school shopping is upon us once again, and apart from all the new pens, notebooks and various gotta-have-it-or-I'll-be-uncool-for-the-rest-of-my-life items on your child's list, there is one crowning jewel: a new backpack. But choosing... Read more

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Posted by on August 24, 2010, 03:42 pm

Meatless Monday: Vegetable Frittata

Eggs are so easy and versatile, and personally I love them for dinner. For this frittata (2 large servings), you dice one large potato and put it in a small pot of water to boil. Meanwhile, take a large skillet and spray on some olive oil. Throw some... Read more

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Posted by Bonnie Munday on August 23, 2010, 02:42 pm

News: Is your car making you fat?

According to a new study, your wheels may be one reason why you’re gaining weight. Researchers at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville found that people who cycle... Read more

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Posted by Jennifer Goldberg on August 23, 2010, 11:46 am

Fit Mom: Schools need to rethink early start times

A recent study on why starting the school day later is a benefit for teens caught my attention. I’ve just started to think about the back-to-school chaos that’s coming. A big part of that for our family is the morning madness.The study, published... Read more

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Posted by Jennifer Walker on August 19, 2010, 11:13 am