Cold Showers: How 30 Seconds Can Make You Feel Great All Day

by Laila Heidema // January 19, 2021 // Comments off

Have you caught any of the videos on Instagram of people stepping into an ice bath? Or jumping into a freezing lake? They’re becoming more and more popular and you might be wondering, have these people lost their minds or do... Continue reading →

Sleep Hacks: How to Get Your Best Sleep

by Laila Heidema // November 8, 2020 // Comments off

You’re tired. You didn’t sleep well last night, or the night before. You can’t even function before your first cup of coffee in the morning, and might need another 2-3 cups to get you through the day. And while you... Continue reading →

Get Off the Hamster Wheel of Chronic Stress

by Laila Heidema // October 30, 2020 // Comments off

Ever find yourself thinking, gosh, I’m so run down and stressed this week, only to realize that this week is really no different from last week? Or the week before that? You’re feeling particularly overwhelmed and your best friend asks... Continue reading →

6 Natural Cold Remedies that Work Immediately

by Laila Heidema // February 20, 2018 // Comments off

Have you been feeling it? That sore throat? The runny nose? The incessant cough? And the overall feeling of fatigue that comes with fighting a cold. Cold and flu season is well underway and you may not be feeling your... Continue reading →

5 Healthy Breakfast Ideas for Weekday Mornings

by Laila Heidema // January 3, 2018 // Comments off

Breakfast. It’s the first thing you put in your body after a night-long fast and ideally, highly nourishing, filling and full of good stuff to give you energy and keep you going for hours. Yet sometimes starting our day on... Continue reading →

How to Overcome New Mom Exhaustion

by Laila Heidema // August 22, 2016 // Comments off

This month’s article has been kindly provided by my friend, Naturopathic Doctor, Dr. Pearl Arjomand. Welcome Pearl! Did you just have a baby and are struggling to stay awake? Having a baby includes a lot of change − to your... Continue reading →

Superfoods 101: Easy Ways to Get Your Fill

by Laila Heidema // July 18, 2016 // Comments off

Superfoods are getting a lot of buzz lately. So many items are being called superfoods now and you may have a general sense that this is a good thing (super equals good, right?), but not know what this term really... Continue reading →

5 Ways to De-Stress

by Laila Heidema // June 27, 2016 // Comments off

Stress. It’s something that most of us experience yet have a hard time dealing with. You might be thinking, Laila, I would love to be less stressed but I don’t know how to or have the time. Well, this article is... Continue reading →

6 Healthy Snacks That Everyone Can Enjoy

by Laila Heidema // June 6, 2016 // Comments off

Looking for a few go-to snacks? The best ones will nourish you and leave you feeling satisfied. They’ll also have a good combination of carbs, protein and fat to provide you with energy and leave you satiated until your next... Continue reading →

Beat the 3pm Energy Crash

by Laila Heidema // May 1, 2016 // Comments off

Years ago when I worked in an office, without fail by 2-3pm my energy levels would crash and I would consistently turn to something, anything to get me through the rest of the day (which by then felt like it... Continue reading →