June 22 is National Onion Ring Day. Make healthy, homemade onion rings with these tips.There really is a day for everything, and today is National Onion Ring Day! This American classic has been steali
When you’re in a rush, cooking breakfast can seem like a lot of effortWhen you’re in a rush, cooking breakfast can seem like a lot of effort. But there’s a solution to this nutritional dilemma t
Vegetarians and vegans can sometimes struggle to get all the nutrients their bodies need, especially when one of the major sources of the essential fatty acid omega-3 is fishVegetarians and vegans can
Hot weather means fresh summer salads, and Monday means vegetarian dinner. Combine the two, and youve got delicious alive recipes!It’s no surprise that when the mercury soars, we stop craving heavy s
Hotel breakfast buffets are the enemy of your waistline—and your general healthHotel breakfast buffets are the enemy of your waistline—and your general health. Muffins, breads, cookies, bagels,
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
