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We can choose to view the start of a new year as nothing more than another day, month, or number on the calendar OR, we can choose to view it as a source of inspiration to propel us forward, to make us work harder to achieve our goals and to create new ones. We can all use more inspiration in our lives and so why not see the new year as a time of change, a time of possibilities and a time of new beginnings? Let’s begin! Let’s get inspired! My goals for 2013 are: To become healthier, to learn … Continue reading

My husband used to be skeptical of any food that wasn’t roast beef and mashed potatoes, but over the years he has become used to trying new foods and recipes, and has grown to love foods he wouldn’t have otherwise thought of trying. One such food is hummus, which in the following recipe replaces the mayonnaise or butter he would typically smother on a wrap or bread, and adds a zesty flavour that compliments the other ingredients.You don’t have to put chicken in this wrap, but it’s a great way to use leftover roasted chicken. Actually all of the ingredients … Continue reading

Out With Old and In With The New! By Toronto4Kids.com Setting those family New Year’s resolutions… As 2012 rings in, make your New Year’s resolutions as a family. Not only will this will help bring everyone closer together but together, you can provide that extra support that’s needed to be successful at keeping your resolutions. Try setting objectives that will benefit the entire family – stay practical and realistic. Here are a few ideas for resolutions that will give your family a sense of accomplishment and help shape 2012 as a healthy, productive and happy new year!

Give yourself a free pass to enjoy the festivities over the next couple of weeks… but use these tips to prevent a month-long hangover come January 1st! Continue reading

If you’re craving a particular food night after night, maybe something is missing from your diet! Find out what your body might actually be craving (it’s probably not really Doritos after all…). Continue reading

Is junk food really cheaper? Debunking this old myth…
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I believe I control my children’s diet and health to a large extent. But when 550 doctors speak, I’m inclined to listen. Continue reading

Everything’s all “Wills & Kate” right now, & one bit of news that’s caught my ear is Kate’s pre-wedding weight loss on the new Dukan Diet. Is it just another fad diet or the ticket to your weight loss goals? Continue reading