Esther Parker

This is going to be an unfortunate directive, if it's currently raining out there for you. But unless you are immune compromised, or in any other way allergic to rainwater, the directive stands! Go outside!! But why? Ok, let me tell you. In a world increasingly lived indoors - at desks, in cars, and on screens - something as simple as stepping outside can have a profound impact on your health. It could be a short street walk after a meal, tending to a garden, or potting herbs on a balcony,...

Many of us have heard the advice that we need a solid eight hours of sleep every night to function well. But what if you’re struggling to hit that magic number? Maybe you’re waking up multiple times, or your schedule just doesn’t allow for a full eight hours. Don't panic. I want to share some insights from cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia (CBTi) and a holistic, naturopathic perspective that might ease your worries. It turns out, quality matters more than quantity , and it’s...

By this point, you’re smashing the cost and health wins with vegetables. Let’s keep that momentum going with a batch of recipes that turn veg into flavours you’ll crave — including desserts that sneak in extra goodness! The two dinners are great standalones to support your 'one vego meal per week' plan, but also work well as a side dish to introduce more veg into your life. The sweets are... well, just delicious. Dinner Recipe #1 — Zucchini Noodle Pasta with Roast Veg Sauce  (Serves 4) Est....