Will Insect Protein Be The Next Big Thing?
I think it just might. Why? Because people are moving away from all-meat diets. There isn’t enough meat to sustain everyone on the planet. And agricultural land is quickly eroding […]
Easy & Delicious Snack Recipe: Roasted Chickpeas
Roasted chickpeas are a great snack because they’re healthy and you can take them on the go with you. I often just make mine quickly with olive oil and salt! […]
Are We Destined For A World Without Peanut Butter?
I’m hopeful that no, we’re not. Key word being hopeful. But things feel pretty dire at the moment. No peanut butter in school at all? Seriously? I remember LIVING off […]
Easy & Delicious Recipe: Sweet Potato Chips
Here’s another go-to snack recipe I love. It’s so easy and delicious. Ingredients: Sweet Potato Olive Oil Salt That’s it! You can also add pepper or chilli powder if it […]
How To Re-Grow Green Onions From The Store
I love the idea of growing your own vegetables. I also hate the thought of wasting food, so why not re-grow any onions you buy from the store? You know […]
Easy & Delicious Apple Chip Recipe
I make these all the time because they’re so easy and taste great. It just takes a little patience and some fine cutting skills. Apple chips are a great healthy […]
Super Easy, Healthy Granola Recipe
Here’s a quick and easy recipe to add to your greek yogurt & berries, cereal, or eat on the go in a pinch. Ingredients: 2.5 cups oats 1/2 cup shredded […]
My Keto Diet Experience – Practicalities, Frustrations, & Results
Awhile back I decided to try a diet. Not to lose weight or get slim. To get rid of my psoriasis. Psoriasis is a hereditary skin condition that causes itchy […]
Cha’s Organics – Organic & Fair Trade Spices
I’m loving Cha’s Organics right now (and add their delicious cinnamon spice to my oatmeal every morning). Here’s why. Caring For the Environment & Its People: I’ve recently been looking into companies […]
Vancouver Veg Expo
I’m so excited! Vancouver’s Veg Expo presented by Choices Market is happening this Sunday May 27th! It’s Canada’s PREMIER vegan & vegetarian expo, so you don’t want to miss it! […]
Fria’s Superfoods: A Healthy Cape Town Delight
A deliciously healthy new dessert company is here! It’s called Fria’s Superfoods, created by Fria Hiemstra. I got to spend the morning with her as she whipped up some of […]
Rooftop Yoga Play + Deliciousness at Harvest Cafe & Deli
If you’re looking for a great outdoor place to do some yoga, there’s rooftop yoga in Bo Kaap, Cape Town! This week I decided to try it out. I took […]
Kyth + Kyn Nourish Soup Blend
I recently tried the delicious Nourish Soup Blend from Kyth+Kyn. It’s a Chinese herbal soup designed by a Traditional Chinese Medicine Doctor and a Holistic Nutritionist. Knowing that it would […]
WORKSHOP: How To Heal Your Digestion!
Photo: thepurelife.ca Learn what to eat from the pros! Sisley Killam is a registered holistic nutritionist (RHN) who knows digestion down to a tee! Don’t believe me? Check out her […]
Delicious Feature: KAPOW NOW! Foods
I’ve been focused on eating a lot healthier and more natural foods lately. I recently tried several KAPOW NOW! products and boy are they ever good! I’m OBSESSED with the smoked […]
Tips From A Nutritionist: Interview With Carla Budd
I interviewed Registered Holistic Nutritionist and dancer, Carla Budd, to get the scoop on becoming a nutritionist, healthy meal ideas, a yummy pesto recipe, avoiding dance injuries, and more… […]
Fuel Your Fitness – Vancouver Nutrition Event
Holistic nutritionists Laurence Annez & Lisa Kowalyk are running a cool new event on February 1st! They’ll be chatting about eating right to maximize your workouts and be your best athletic self. […]
Vancouver Event: Plant Based Healthy Eating
Photo credit: Lorna Jane I’m definitely keen for this! A FREE Vancouver-based event where you can get a quick workout, learn tips on vegetarian eating, and a build healthy lifestyle […]
Overnight Oats & Ellen – Interviewing Baker & Dancer Anna Dueck
Amanda interviewed Anna Dueck, dancer, instructor, and healthy baker. They chatted about delicious and easy recipes, a morning routine that involves watching Ellen, and a baking purchase Anna can’t live […]