Stressed Out? 8 Ways to Reduce Stress

“I am so stressed!” This is a common expression that we use to indicate that what we are supposed to do is limited by our physical, mental or emotional ability at that time. Did you know that any change that occurs inside or outside your body is a stress stimulus?

Thai Noodle Salad with a Spicy Peanut Sauce

I am always trying new recipes that let me use one of my all-time favorite condiments, Spicy Peanut Sauce. This quick and easy sauce can turn any boring dish into something just a little more special. I love the versatility of this condiment and use it for a salad dressing, on noodles, in Asian-inspired dishes, and […]

Pumpkin Spiced Latte Chia Pudding

It’s here. Starbucks Pumpkin Spiced Latte Season. It starts late September and runs until mid-November before their holiday candy cane and gingerbread lattes arrive. The other day I was visiting with some friends and talking about how fall is officially here and it’s time to bring out the jackets and boots and clean the eavestroughs […]

Mint Chocolate Chip Smoothie Bowl

When I was a little girl my parents would take my brother and me to Jasper National Park every year. My mother loved the mountains. She would turn on classical music as we drove into the park while encouraging us kids to look up and take in the scenery. At the time we would roll […]

Golden Milk Benefits: Easy Recipe

Golden milk and its benefits are becoming more well known in North America. It has been used in Traditional Chinese and Ayurveda Medicines for centuries. The Turmeric in the milk is what gives it its name and beautiful golden color. The benefits of Turmeric have been well studied, particularly curcumin which is one of its […]