If weight loss was a colour, it would be greenIf weight loss was a colour, it would be green. It’s no coincidence that green vegetables factor heavily in most weight and health maintenance programs.Fr
July 3 is Eat Beans Day. To celebrate this bean-tastic day, why not try out one of these tasty alive recipes?Beans, beans, the magical fruit, the more you eat the … better you feel! Okay, so it’s not
Keep an eye out for the following Canadian-grown fruits at your local farmers markets and natural foods grocers.Throughout the year we often get our fruit from out of the country. No, we don’t litera
Tomatoes are healthy and versatile. Serve them raw in a cool summer meal, or cook them up for a quick Italian-inspired dish.Tomatoes: some people love ‘em and some people hate ‘em. Whichever group you
This Superfood Spotlight we talk about the health benefits of spirulina and chlorella.You don’t have to be an editor at alive to know that superfoods are all the rage right now. Whether they’re in you
This Meatless Monday make a meat-free bento box with Asian-inspired alive recipes.If you’re a fan of Japanese food like I am, you’ve probably ordered a bento box at one time or another, or at least ha
How can we take our smoothies to the next level? Try including at least one of these superfood ingredients.Many of us start our day with a tasty fruit and veggie-rich smoothie in the morning. They’re
Childhood obesity raises the risk of diabetes and heart disease. Now researchers have found it also raises the risk of several cancers in adults - by 50 percent.Parents never used to worry about kids
Watermelon is a healthy snack that will keep you hydrated all summer long!A friend of mine is very pregnant, and she has been obsessed with watermelon for the past few weeks. When I say obsessed, I me
July is National Ice Cream Month, so celebrate with these tips and recipes from alive.In 1984 former president Ronald Reagan declared July National Ice Cream Month—a month to be celebrated with \"appro
Mushrooms are excellent for our health, and they come in a variety of shapes and sizes, adding flavour and texture to your favourite dishes.Mushrooms tend to be one of those things you either love or
A recent survey revealed the most common excuses women have for not making healthier food choices.Have you sworn to eat healthier, but ended up caving while you were out with your girlfriends? Did you
