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Lisa Ray
in the fight of he life.
“I’m an accidental actress, model, nomad and covert activist.”
The only child of a Polish mother and Bengali Indian father, Lisa was raised in Etobicoke, Ontario. She was named one of the top-10 most beautiful Indian women of the millennium...
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The Oprah phenomenon
Barbara Goodman, Editorial Director
In Oprah’s final show, in one hour of gratitude, she shared the lessons and wisdom she gained over the past 25 years with her viewers. She called it her ‘love letter’ to everyone who watched the show, because it was the viewers she said, who made the show, not her.
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Summer fun for everyone
There’s something so energizing about the feel of the sun on your skin. It warms the body and the soul. When it comes to your beauty look for the summer, lighten up with sheer colours, fruit-inspired hues and feather-light foundations and moisturizers. The latest cosmetic formulations are created with summer in mind, chock full of nurturing ingredients to baby your face.
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Beauty news
Hair today, gone tomorrow
Tweezerman Slant Tweezer
Aveeno Positively Smooth Shave Gel
Schick Quattro For Women TrimStyle Razor and Bikini Trimmer in 1
Dove Ultimate VisiblySmooth Anti-perspirant
Rexall Triple Blade Disposable Razor
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Beauty sizzlers
hot off the shelf
This summer think light and airy; sheer and soft whether you’re on the beach, in the boardroom, or both, you’ll shift into Canada’s favourite
season with style.
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Hear this!
Hearing loss has often been associated with aging, but statistics reveal that over the last decade the percentage of grade two children with hearing loss has increased by 280%, and the number for eighth graders has climbed over 400%.
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Beat belly fat
balance your hormones
In the summer, the last place you want fat lingering is at your waist. It seems this is the first place those few pounds land and the last place they leave. Love handles aren’t just unattractive: carrying weight around the abdomen is bad for health and worse than carrying weight on your hips or thighs.
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Open wide
4 things to know about your mouth right now
Beyond your nightly floss-and-brush routine and regular dentist visits, does your mouth get much attention? It should. “The mouth is the gateway to the rest of the body,” says Dr. Andrea Veisman, a Toronto dentist.
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Living with Arthritis
We’ve all heard the importance of living a balanced life, being sure to focus on the health of the body, mind and emotions. This couldn’t be truer for the millions of Canadians diagnosed with arthritis, who must learn to balance acceptance and hope, give and take, rest and activity. Fortunately, The Arthritis Society has resources available to help you live vibrantly with arthritis.
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Supplementary, my dear Watson
Unravelling the mystery of nutritional supplements
Whether due to modern farming practices, soil depletion or climate change, studies show our foods bring fewer nutrients to the table. Concentrations of zinc, iron, copper and magnesium in wheat grain, for example, have decreased significantly since mid-1960.
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Lakeland reflections
Catching pollywogs, a cool summer plunge, star-gazing or a lone loon’s cry; these lakeside enchantments are embedded in many an adult memory. “Canadian lakes cast a spell. A certain lake will lay a hold upon you. If this happens in childhood, you are imprinted for life,” reflects Allan Casey, author of Lakeland, Ballad of a Freshwater Country.
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The gifted children
Autism affects about one out of every 165 children born, and significantly impacts those diagnosed, their families and caregivers. Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) are typically identified before age three; boys are affected most. Asperger Syndrome, an ASD, is often detected when a child reaches school age.
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Time share
Volunteering helps transform our lives and our communities.
Incredibly, we find ourselves attached to something bigger than ourselves. We become agents of change in the world. And if we find the right fit, we’ll never look back.
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Kids just want to have fun
For kids, summer break means outdoor sports, camping and water activities; for families, a time to enjoy the weather and create fun memories. Summer activities also bring the potential for injury. Whatever the activity, safety should always be a priority.
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Hot sweaty yoga!
Do you want to lose weight, firm up the ‘flab’, or get stronger? What about helping organ circulation, decreasing stress, increasing white blood cell production and balancing your nervous system? Hot yoga is the latest yoga trend that’s here to stay with its offering of bountiful health benefits.
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Natural, nature-full play
When Richard Louv coined the term, ‘nature deficit disorder’ in Last Child in the Woods, he inspired a movement to reconnect kids with nature. Whether you’re building a backyard playground or creating a community play area, turn to eco-friendly, non-toxic materials and products to keep children healthy and safe in outdoor play.
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Let food be your medicine
No doubt, our daily food choices have a powerful impact on our health. Make choices that support healthy cholesterol by including plant sterols in your daily menu.
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Alfresco family fun
After enduring many months of sub-zero winter temperatures and damp, dreary spring showers, Canadians long to get outside and stay outside! Planning fun outdoor activities offers your family many benefits. It builds togetherness, creates shared memories and provides an opportunity to explore the wonders of nature.
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Coast-to-coast treasures
Local foods burst with nutrients
Although modern farming and transportation innovations allow Canadians to enjoy the tangy refreshment of tropical pineapple, there are definitely some nutritional upsides to eating homegrown produce this summer – and all year long!
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