[:en]With the copious amounts of delicious homemade treats that grace our tables this time of year, it can be very difficult to control ourselves and avoid putting on those extra holiday pounds. We\’ve all been there; it\’s hard to refuse that second helping of stuffing, or apple pie, but we certainly do regret it when […]
[:en]Few things are more difficult on a lonely heart than the holiday season. Between the children laughing, the people passing, the cheerful carols, and the bright festive lights, the holidays can make some of us want to join our bear friends and hibernate until Spring. You may find yourself deciding which is harder to face;
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[:en] December is finally here! Boy does that month have a way of creeping up on us. It feels like just yesterday we were enjoying the lovely changing foliage, and now, we are facing snow, sub-zero temperatures, and Santa Clause! Like it or not friends, the Holidays are upon us and that can mean much
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[:en]The change in season and often subsequent mood shifts can make many of us reach for more ‘comfort’ foods such as those high in fat, salt, and sugar. However, for some of us, eating based on mood is a regular occurrence year round. Emotional eating occurs when you eat as a means of suppressing or
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[:en] By Psychologist Paula Lorimer Thanksgiving is just around the corner. It’s a time to spend with loved ones, to enjoy a great meal together, and to give thanks for the abundance in our lives. We celebrate one day a year to give thanks. What about the rest of the year – how important is
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