Can we reduce bullying simply by encouraging small acts of kindness? A new study suggests performing acts of kindness boosts happiness that helps counteract bullying.How can we reduce bullying among c
Recess offers children time to recoup, which helps them perform better in the classroom.Ask any child what their favourite part of school is, and they’re likely to respond, “Recess!” Now, even doctors
January is Soup Month, so what better time to share 10 favourite alive soup recipes?Fog, rain, snow, wind—the weather outside has us craving soul-warming comfort food this time of year. And since we’r
If you are just starting to experiment with gluten-free cooking and baking, heres a flour guide to help you along the way.Gluten-free has become the buzz word as of late. More and more people are bei
In February\'s 12 Months of Wellness series, the focus is on family. Improve family communication by sharing meal times, reconnecting , and letting your loved ones know you care.After focusing on nutri
The following recipes will satisfy a hungry crowd, but not at the expense of their health.Any football fans out there? Nah, didn’t think so. I kid, I kid! Football fan or not, you are probably aware t
Its month 2, week 1 of our 12 Months of Wellness! This week we focus on letting our loved ones know we care.It’s month 2, week 1 of our 12 Months of Wellness, and this month we focus on creating heal
February is Sweet Potato Month! To celebrate, we\'re sharing 6 of our favourite alive sweet potato recipes.February is sweet potato month! As strange as it may be to have a month dedicated to sweet pot
Its month 2, week 1 of our 12 Months of Wellness! How are you showing your loved ones you care?We’re into month 2, week 1 of our 12 Months of Wellness, and for those of you who read my blog post on M
Studies show that eating family meals together has positive effects on children, such as better school performance and healthier eating habits.Welcome to month 2, week 2 of our 12 Months of Wellness.
Wholesome and healthy alternatives are increasingly becoming available as natural health retailers fill a void for healthy fast food.Relinquishing your better judgment for a fast food meal can sometim
The following healthy dinners will be on the table in fewer than 30 minutes, guaranteed.Preparing a fancy four-course meal from scratch is totally fun … if you’re on vacation. But most likely you’re a
To celebrate Hot Breakfast Month, we bring you delicious hot breakfast recipes from alive.Who doesn’t love a hot breakfast with all the fixings? Whether you crave pancakes and maple syrup in the morni
This Superfood Spotlight we take a look at polyphenol-rich cocoa nibs.At alive, chocolate is a hot commodity. Recently, an alive staffer went on a trip to Hawaii, and the ongoing joke was if he didn’t
Want to turn dinnertime into a culinary adventure? Try exotic foods such as freekeh, sacha inchi seeds, cactus leaves, and sunchokes in these simple recipes.Do you find yourself preparing the same mea
One way we can get nutritious foods even in the colder months is frozen foods. Learn why, and how to cook with frozen fruits and veggies!Nothing beats fresh, ripe fruits and veggies when they’re in se
Starting with the bread, then onto the condiments and fillings, we show you how to make the best sandwich ever.If there’s one thing I can get behind it’s a good sandwich. Well, that and a reunion seas
With their myriad health benefits and high sustainability factor, sardines prove that good things come in small packages.Sardines are an acquired taste—I’ll give you that. If you didn’t grow up eating
Italian food with its rich flavours and fresh pasta is the ultimate comfort food. Learn how to make pasta and create authentic Italian dishes.In North America, we tend to think of Italian cuisine as o
Delicious raw food recipes offer the perfect no-cook solution for every dinner course from soup to dessert.Are you thinking about making some healthy changes to your eating plan this spring? Perhaps y
