Farming to Feed the Planet
It’s the kind of conundrum you might expect to read about in a fast-paced, eco-thriller: There’s only a finite number of food harvests left in the future of humanity because of the declining state of
The Joys of Giving
Holiday giving is not only an opportunity to express love to the receiver, but also a chance for us to boost our health or preserve the environment. Read on for seven ways we can make Christmas merry
Organic Blooms For Your Beloved
Many of us conscientiously seek out organic food products—but what about that bouquet of flowers we add to the grocery basket on a whim? Flowers bring good things to our lives; making sure they’re org
Make it mean something
Do you find yourself wrapping gifts each holiday season that you know are unneeded—and maybe even unwanted? (Oh hi, novelty socks and a DVD copy of By the Sea.) There is a better way. Giving these res
How To Prepare For A Self-Quarantine
With COVID-19 response measures increasing, including the need for self-quarantine, tensions are also rising. At first thought, getting to lounge around the house in your PJs for two weeks may sound l
Love The Body You’re In
The immense pressure teen girls face to look a certain way can lead to challenges such as eating disorders, depression, or lower self-esteem. Luckily, promoting positive embodiment sets the foundation
Rachelle Girardin is Beyond Nourished
“I love taking care of people!” exclaims Rachelle Girardin. This busy Vancouver-based personal chef, instructor, holistic nutritionist, and entrepreneur recently took some time to chat with alive abou
How Plant-Based Eating Changed One Athlete’s Life
In the last three years of Marc-Olivier Brouillette’s nine-year professional football career, his energy levels shot up, his recovery between workouts improved and, overall, he felt amazing. What chan
Anxiety, interrupted
What if everything we know about anxiety is wrong—or at least not exactly right? This daring book takes a closer look and gives refreshingly real tips for managing anxiety.What if anxiety—the most com
Cannabis in Women’s Health
Since Canada’s cannabis legalization, more and more, people are turning to this natural remedy for relief from pain, stress, anxiety, sleep, and more. Cannabis consumption among women, in particular,
