Pre-Polluted: Canadian Babies are Getting a Toxic Start
July 1, 2013
By Anna Varriano
I recently watched a segment on CTV News that highlighted the major findings of a new report released by Environmental Defence Canada, an environmental action organization that states its mission as follows: “We challenge, and inspire change in govern …
Continue reading Tip of the MonthAloe Vera: Healing the Body Inside & Out!
June 1, 2013
By Anna Varriano
The aloe vera plant is often referred to as the ‘First Aid Plant’, the ‘Magical Medicinal Plant’, or a ‘superfood’, due to its numerous healing and health-boosting properties. Most people associate aloe vera with skin creams and lotions, especially th …
Continue reading Tip of the MonthTime to Kick off Your Shoes
May 1, 2013
By Anna Varriano
Spring is finally here! There are so many things that I love about this time of year, and one of my favourites is to ditch the boots…then shoes…then socks, and walk around barefoot – especially on cool grass. I’ve been known to run around barefoot in …
Continue reading Tip of the MonthAutism: Early Intervention is Key
April 1, 2013
By Anna Varriano
This month’s tip was written on April 2nd, World Autism Awareness Day. Every year, autism organizations around the world celebrate the day with fundraising and awareness-raising events. I would like to do my part by telling you about an amazing organiz …
Continue reading Tip of the MonthCracking the Cholesterol Caper
February 1, 2013
By Anna Varriano
February is officially ‘Heart Health Month’. As those of you who attended my ‘The Skinny on Fats’ workshop last month know, I am acknowledging ‘Heart Health Month’ by putting together a workshop on heart health, which will cover many topics, including …
Continue reading Tip of the MonthNew Year’s Day Resolutions
January 1, 2013
By Anna Varriano
Happy 2013 everyone! I trust you all had a wonderful holiday with friends and family. 2013 has delivered two unforgettable experiences for me so far. First, my daughters and I spent New Year’s Eve with my parents in Florida, where they treated us to a …
Continue reading Tip of the MonthAlzheimer’s = Type 3 Diabetes
November 1, 2012
By Anna Varriano
I just finished reading an article entitled “Prepare Yourself for Type 3 Diabetes” (Alternatives; Vol 15; No 11, Nov 2012). Upon reading the title, I thought: “Yikes! We don’t even have a handle on Type 2 diabetes, and now there’s a Type 3?” Before I g …
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