Editorial Team, Author at Alive+Fit

Copper: an antidote to inflammation, pain

In the late 1930s medical researchers in Germany discovered men who worked in copper mines didn’t experience arthritis, inflammation of the joints. This discovery prompted medical researchers to begin using copper to treat arthritis, neck and back pain and sciatica … [More...]

Snacks and sundries

August 20, 2021 Editorial Team

Recipes that inspire eating a local rainbow

By Rebecca Mullins RHN

As you saunter through your local Farmers’ Market, consider the vast array of colourful produce choices. They’re not only beautiful, but also health-promoting! Don’t be afraid to try something new, look for organic heirloom varieties – … [More...]

Holistic Nutrition & Prevention

August 20, 2021 Editorial Team

Makeshift root cellars, food preserving and more

By Lucy Emmott

Have you found a great local farmer willing to sell you the most delicious carrots in the world, but only by the bushel? Wading in chanterelles? Found a great patch of wild chicory?

Congratulations! It sounds like … [More...]

Remedies

August 20, 2021 Editorial Team

8 ways lemon water boosts your life

By Jamie-Lynn Shaw, BHSc, CNP, PTS, NNCP

It only takes two simple ingredients that almost everyone has in their kitchen; lemon and water. This uncomplicated and natural mixture can be your new recipe for success and is packed with potassium, … [More...]

Remedies

July 22, 2021 Editorial Team

Intermittent fasting: friend or foe?

By Jamie-Lynn Shaw, BHSc, CNP, PTS, NNCP

Intermittent fasting has been on the rise as one of the most popular diet trends. Due to its success, many people have practiced and recommended this diet to others. It may just sound … [More...]

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June 23, 2021 Editorial Team

Top 10 reasons rebounding is for you

Only two minutes of rebounding is needed to flush the entire lymphatic system and boost the immune system. How much easier can exercise get?

Not an exercise enthusiast? Perfect. Then rebounding’s for you. Fitness fanatic? Superb. Then rebounding’s for you. … [More...]

Remedies

June 23, 2021 Editorial Team

Post workout electrolyte drink

By Jamie-Lynn Shaw, BHSc, CNP, PTS, NNCP

When people think electrolyte drinks, they often refer to Gatorade and Powerade for an extra boost. However, not enough people take into consideration the amount of sugar and harmful ingredients that are being … [More...]

Natural Health

June 23, 2021 Editorial Team

Homesteading: DIY composter

By Isabelle Legault and Ryan Spence

On the farm we need a good source of nutrients each year to feed our vegetables. Stores offer a multitude of different fertilizers that will “miraculously” give us the “best” results. However, being the … [More...]

Remedies

May 19, 2021 Editorial Team

Grow a medicinal healing garden

By Theresa Gregory

Instead of just planting beautiful flowers and shrubs, perhaps it is time to consider planting helpful, healing herbs this season.

Adding a few medicinal herbs to an already existing garden or making a special bed devoted to … [More...]

Holistic Nutrition & Prevention

May 19, 2021 Editorial Team

Fast food increases severe asthma, allergy risk, study finds

In Canada, where fast food is a $27 billion a year industry, it’s not surprising that a quarter of Canadians suffer from hay fever and nearly one fifth of the population is affected by eczema.

A fast food diet raises … [More...]