Creative Cooking for One or Two

Cooking for one or two can be quite challenging and expensive. Many recipes are designed for 4-6 people. And grocery stores often require you to buy in bulk to save money. Many people find that they waste a lot of food when they are cooking for only one or two. Or they feel stuck in a rut - eating the same soup and sandwiches day-after-day. The good news is that you can get creative when cooking for one or two people while also saving money and reducing waste.

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Top Tips for Better Sleep

We all know just how important sleep is for our overall health, but many of us have trouble falling asleep and/or staying asleep without any clear reason why. One of the best ways to improve sleep quality is to create and stick to a routine around sleep. When it comes to health, consistency is key. Our bodies thrive off of routine. Try to go to bed and wake up at the same time each day - even on the weekends. Target getting as much good quality sleep before 2:00AM as possible. This is when sleeps is most restorative. When possible, keep napping to a minimum (20 minutes) to prevent disruption of your sleep cycle (ie. circadian rhythm).

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Massage Myths - Fact or Fiction?

Registered massage therapists (RMTs) have a deep understanding of the whole musculoskeletal system including joints, tendons, ligaments, bones, fascial, and muscles of course. We also understand other body systems such as the endocrine system (hormones) , nervous system, digestive system and more. When you’re getting a massage by an RMT they are working with the consideration of your body as a whole.

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New Year's Resolutions - The Psychology of Behaviour Change

Did you make any new year’s resolutions this year? How are they going? Congratulations on giving it a go, even if it’s not going the way you hoped at times. Setting goals or intentions is a great first step to getting more in touch with what is important to you. Below are some ideas I’ve come across over the years about the psychology of behavior change that can help you as you go forward:

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What You Need to Know - Psychological Flexibility

When we are being psychologically flexible, we are attending to the needs of the day as they come up in a way that is connected to who and what is important to us, while also letting ourselves consider the information available to us about our external reality and internal experiences. Practicing psychological flexibility is much easier for us when things are going according to plan, we are feeling generally safe and secure, most of our needs are being met, and we happen to be experiencing pleasant emotions.

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Deep Relaxation - Stimulating the Vagus Nerve

The vagus nerve is the longest cranial nerve in the body. It acts as a two-way information super highway between he brain to the rest of the body. The vagus nerve is responsible for a variety internal organ functions including: digestion, heart rate, breathing, and reflexes such as coughing and sneezing. It also forms a link between the gut and brain. This may explain why anxious thoughts may cause you to feel butterflies in your stomach. 🦋

The vagus nerve can promote relaxation. People with strong vagal tone may find it easier to relax and are less likely to suffer from chronic stress.

Here’s easy five ways to stimulate your vagus nerve:

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Books to Cozy Up With - Our Winter Reading Guide

Our list of books to check out this winter - the perfect way to unwind and enjoy the cozy season.

For me, @crjnutrition, there’s nothing more relaxing than cozying up with a good book and a big cup of tea. It’s especially perfect at this time of year - while it snows softly outside. Reading is a great way to unwind after a busy day - a way to get lost in another world and put aside your never-ending to-do list. Decompressing at the end of the day is important for good sleep and overall good health.

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