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There are few things more personal in this world than the food that we put in our bodies. Everything from our upbringing, religion, culture, and society impacts our personal relationship to food, which explains why we all hold such differing opinions. Any casual Google search related to the word “diet” will bring up a plethora...

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The other day we were all talking about the little things we’re missing during the pandemic, and I realized that, of all things, I really miss spa water! Going to the gym, or the spa, was a regular part of many people’s pre-pandemic self-care routine. Whether you prefer lifting, or hitting the elliptical, or a...

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Frozen food! So convenient, so easy! And also, sometimes, pretty expensive :/ but good news! If you’ve got access to fresh produce, a freezer, and a bit of time, it’s super cheap and easy to prep your own frozen fruits & veggies! The basics: Always wash your produce, and dry it thoroughly before freezing.  Most...

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A few years ago, I got really into making pasta. I didn’t (and still don’t) have a pasta maker, so for me the process involved making the dough by hand, and then rolling it out on my counter, and then cutting it into shape with a knife.  It took a bit of work, but what came...

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Kiddo starting school for the first time this year? Make this the best school year ever with these simple tips.   The Lunch Gear Many TDSB schools are eco-school certified and committed to zero waste lunches. That means if you’re sending lunches and snacks to school in disposable packaging, you can expect garbage, recyclables and...