The pretty pantry: The beauty ingredients hiding in your kitchen

 Most people have been conditioned to think that the only useful beauty products are those manufactured by major brands. Well, this isn’t true at all. In reality, you don’t have to rummage through the skincare aisle of your local department store at all. This is because many skincare and beauty

Beat Winter Dryness with this DIY Skin and Hair Elixir

 Winter is a harsh season. Ottawa has even been known to be the coldest capital in the world at some points of the season, no thanks to blistering winds and blizzards. All that snowy weather can take a serious toll on your hair and skin. Hydration is key during the

Get Inspired with Lorna Jane Clarkson

 Inspired, by active living advocate Lorna Jane Clarkson, hits shelves this month. It’s a great summer read for ladies looking to learn more about Clarkson’s philosophy and how to live an inspirational, active life. It’s got everything you need to kick start a healthier lifestyle. The book includes personal style

Apple Pie Cups

 Recipe courtesy of Udi's Gluten Free. Sweetly spiced caramelized apples nestled in toasted tortilla cups and topped with whipped cream or ice cream and toasted hazelnuts. Serves 6. Ingredients: 6 Udi’s Small Tortillas 1/4 cup (60 ml) coconut oil, melted 2 tablespoons (30 ml) butter 2 Granny Smith apples, cored

Respecting Hormonal Balance

 Hormone balance. It seems like a simple concept, but we need to respect that these tiny chemical messengers are anything but simple. Our body has dozens of hormones, all of which play a very important part of our normal daily functioning. They engage in complex interactions with each other to

Health for the Holidays

 The holidays wear me down. Between the parties, rich food and cold weather, it is hard to stay on top of my to-do list. Now, I don’t want you to think I’m complaining. Just the opposite! I love the smell of freshly baked Christmas cookies and really look forward to

Maple Cinnamon French Toast

 Recipe created by author Kathy Smart, North America’s Gluten Free Expert, courtesy of Udi’s Gluten-Free. Coconut milk gives this Cinnamon French toast with Canadian maple syrup an unexpected twist. Gluten free, and perfect for a cozy breakfast. Serves 1. Ingredients: 2 pieces of Udi’s Whole Grain Bread or Millet and

Glowing Skin from the Inside Out

 The secret to gorgeous, glowing skin isn’t in a jar in your medicine cabinet or a compact in your makeup bag. The real secret lies in your kitchen! Along with proper skin care, a balanced diet with plenty of fresh produce and water throughout the day is the key to

Healthwise: Natural Health Solutions

 It seems that more people are going back to the basics when it comes to their health, and this includes turning to natural cures for minor ailments. Often, the ingredient you need is already in your pantry, so why look any further? Here are some of the ingredients you can