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  Ingredients: 2 large ripe tomatoes, cubed 1 slice of pickled jalapeno pepper, finely minced (optional) 1 clove of garlic, minced 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped into small pieces salt & pepper to taste pinch of seasoning salt 2 tablespoons olive oil   Directions: combine ingredients marinate at room temperature for 2 hours

We first met Amanda last year when she launched her book "Move More - Your Life Depends On It".  We catch up with her again to find out more about her latest book "Balance and Your Body: How Exercise Can Help You Avoid a Fall".  Amanda is very passionate about her work.  She  specializes in helping seniors [...]

Going out for a picnic this summer? Or perhaps you want to grill some chicken on the BBQ? Rather than having fried chicken, why not try this homemade shake and bake recipe?  This is my hubby's recipe and it's a winner every time.  It's light, crisp, flavorful and guilt-free.  I love that this chicken isn't deep-fried [...]

Tell us a bit about yourself. I am a Mom to 2 girls, and grandmother to 6 delightful grandchildren aged from 12 to 20.  (How did that happen?) I am a retired nurse, worked in Emergency for 27 years, then managed an injury prevention program for junior high students for 17 years. You met Lynne […]

Ingredients: 1/2 cup coconut flour 1 c almond flour 1/4 cup ground flaxseed 1/2 cup erythritol 1/2 tsp xanthan gum 1 tbsp GF baking powder 1/4 tsp sea salt 1 cup fresh blueberries 4 large eggs 1 cup of coconut milk/chia mixture (1 c coconut milk with 3 tbsp chia seeds, let sit for ~20 […]

Years ago when I lived in Ottawa I tried some MAT (Muscle Activation Techniques) treatments to help with some nagging bodybuilding injuries.  I found great relief and healing. A few months ago I met Sarah Kuindersma, a MAT therapist in Calgary who is doing amazing work.  Her bright, vivacious personality coupled with her desire to [...]

I met Laurielle when I moved to Calgary several years ago.  She had also recently moved here and was building up her massage practice.  I thought I would support her by going for a massage and to my great delight, she turned out to be one of the best massage therapists I have ever been [...]

Watermelon Cilantro  Salad   Ingredients: 1 tablespoon Lime juice 1/3 cup Red Onion, finely sliced 5 cups Watermelon, cubed 1 cup Cucumber, cubed 3oz Feta cheese, crumbled ¼ cup Cilantro, chopped Salt and Pepper to taste   Directions: Slice onion then soak in lime juice.  Let marinate while preparing the otheringredients, longer if preferred. Cube [...]

Calf and Foot Cramps – Why They Happen and What You Can Do To Prevent Them* Foot and leg cramps are not uncommon.  Many people suffer from these at night when lying in bed at rest, during periods of prolonged inactivity or even when working out.  These muscle spasms can be very painful and take […]

March is the month when Spring officially starts.  Spring is about renewal, growth and coming to life.  Why not think about #fallinginlove with all the great things about ourselves – finding renewal in those strengths we have and celebrating them? Or perhaps we take the time to reflect on those things that need a bit […]