I can confidently define myself a number of ways: mom, wife, sister, daughter, friend, voice-over actress, writer, small-town girl, Western grad and lover of 80's pop music. Those labels are 100% me. But "nutrition rockstar"? I'm not so sure. Yes it's true that I'm a plant-based foodie and that I love to prepare healthy foods for … Continue reading Lori Wilson – Nutrition Rockstar
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How You Can Be 10% Happier
"What a bunch of hippy dippy baloney!" - Lord Business (Will Ferrell) from The Lego Movie I have always been attracted to the self-help movement. I have gone to countless lectures and read tons of books promising to help me love myself, stop worrying, solve all of my physical and mental woes, find the career of … Continue reading How You Can Be 10% Happier
Ruby Red Smoothie
I make a smoothie pretty much every single morning. Greens, banana, pineapple, superfood add-ins, frozen berries- blend and repeat. And although I know the ingredients are colourful and healthy - more often than not the resulting drink has more of a greeny-brownish hue. Not the most visually appealing (in fact the other day my youngest told … Continue reading Ruby Red Smoothie
The Best Running Buddy Ever!
I've always struggled as a runner. I think it started way back in public school when all students were forced to participate in the Canada Fitness Tests. This involved a series of "challenges" including chin ups, rope climbing, sit ups and the most horrible of all.....the endurance run! It was probably only a few measly laps … Continue reading The Best Running Buddy Ever!
5 Healthful Gift Ideas for Father’s Day
It's time to celebrate the wonderful men in our lives - dads, grandpas, uncles, husbands, brothers and friends. This coming Sunday is Father's Day and I've rounded up a few of my favourite manly items to make your gift giving a little bit healthier. Here is my top 5 list that will make your special dad … Continue reading 5 Healthful Gift Ideas for Father’s Day
