• MELASMA
    SKINCARE

    Peeling melasma at home using natural recipes

    September 10, 2024 - By 

    The melasma  , also known as the cost or “pregnancy mask”, is a common skin condition characterized by brown or grey discoloured spots that appear on the most sun-exposed areas of the face, including cheeks, nose bridge, forehead, chin and upper lip. It is a chronic disorder in which the skin becomes hyperpigmented in irregular and tractable spots, giving it a spotted and brown appearance. Cost is particularly common in women, with more than 90% of cases occurring in females. Below we will learn how to naturally peel the cost at home and the most prominent ingredients you can mix…

  • LIFESTYLE

    Transform your routine

    September 10, 2024 - By 

    Transform your routine After a summer filled with late nights, long weekends, and good food, many of us are feeling the need to get back into a normal routine. The good news is that we’ve been there before, and with a little willpower and determination, we can quickly get back to our eating and sleeping habits. The Importance of Meal Planning It all starts with meal planning, says Caitlin Boudreau, a registered dietitian available on the TELUS Health MyCare app. By planning your meals for the week, you know what you’re going to eat and can count on those meals…

  • CHIA SEEDS PUDDING
    COOKING

    Chia Seed, Coconut and Cacao Pudding

    September 10, 2024 - By 

    This delicious low-sugar pudding is a heart-healthy breakfast, snack, or dessert. Chia seeds are packed with soluble fiber that lowers bad cholesterol levels, and omega-3, an important fatty acid that our bodies can’t produce on their own.   Ingredients ¼ cup sweetened or unsweetened cocoa powder 3 tbsp maple syrup or honey ½ tsp ground cinnamon 1 pinch of sea salt 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 ½ cups coconut milk ½ cup chia seeds ¼ cup coconut flakes   Preparation Place cocoa powder, maple syrup, ground cinnamon, salt and vanilla in a bowl and whisk to combine. Add the coconut…

  • pet dental health
    LIFESTYLE

    A Perfect Guide to Dental Care for Your Pet

    September 10, 2024 - By 

    In recognition of Pet Dental Health Month, we’re shining a light on this often overlooked aspect of pet wellness. Approximately 80% of dogs and 70% of cats * develop dental disease by the age of three. If left untreated, it can have serious consequences that will affect their well-being, overall health and even their life expectancy. Bacteria from untreated dental issues can enter the bloodstream, potentially causing problems with vital organs such as the heart, liver and kidneys. Prevention through daily care  Many dental problems in pets can be prevented with simple, regular care. Brushing your pet’s teeth daily is an effective…

  • COOKING

    Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup

    September 10, 2024 - By 

    There’s nothing better than coming home after a cold day and smelling dinner on the stove. However, that can be far from the truth if you’re the one making dinner.  Created by registered dietitian Cailtin Boudreau, this slow cooker Mexican chicken soup will have your home smelling great all day long. Wake up a little earlier than usual, toss all the ingredients in the slow cooker, and turn it on. No pre-cooking is required. Plus, you’ll only have a few ingredients to chop since most of them are canned. This makes for a quicker prep time.  Yield: 6 servings Ingredients…

  • COOKING

    Peanut Butter Granola

    September 10, 2024 - By 

    This recipe makes 2 servings (2 cups). Ingredients 500 ml (2 cups) quick-cooking oatmeal 2.5 ml (½ tsp) ground cinnamon 1 ml (¼ tsp) salt 90 ml (6 tbsp) natural peanut butter 60 ml (¼ cup) honey or maple syrup 2.5 ml (½ tsp) vanilla extract Preparation Preheat oven to 325 ° F (160 ° C). Grease or line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Mix together oatmeal, salt and cinnamon. In the microwave or on the stove, melt the peanut butter and honey (or maple syrup) until smooth. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla. Add the dry ingredients and mix well.…

  • orzo salad
    COOKING

    Greek Summer Salad with Orzo, to Share

    September 10, 2024 - By 

    You check your phone and see this message: “Hello, we’re having a potluck next Thursday and we’d love for you to come.” You reply, “Great, I’ll be there.” Then you wonder what on earth you’re going to bring… We asked Caitlin Boudreau, Lead Dietitian Nutritionist at My TELUS Health Care, to give us a recipe that’s tasty, simple to make, and easy to share with family and friends. This recipe combines orzo pasta with a mix of colourful vegetables, tangy feta and salty olives to create a refreshing dish that’s perfect for hot summer days. Give this recipe a try…

  • Haircare

    How to make leave-in conditioner?

    September 9, 2024 - By 

    Tangled hair is the biggest enemy of women, especially those with long hair. Especially if you have fine hair, untangling your hair after a shower can turn into a nightmare. When the conditioners used in the shower are not enough to solve this problem, leave-in conditioners used especially after getting out of the shower also give very successful results.     If you want to stay away from commercially available products and the chemicals they contain, you can easily make your own leave-in liquid hair conditioners at home. It is possible to get healthier and more effective results than many…

  • Haircare

    Natural formulas to cover white hair

    September 8, 2024 - By 

    We recommend that you follow these suggestions to cover your white hair naturally…     Required materials: 200 g flaxseed   4 medium lemons   3 small cloves of garlic   1 kg honey   Preparation Put the garlic and all the lemons in a blender and blend. Remember that you only need to peel 2 of the lemons before putting them in the blender. Then add the flax seeds and honey, blend again. Put the mixture in a glass jar, close the lid tightly. Store in the refrigerator.     Usage Consume 1 tablespoon of the mixture half an…

  • HEALTH

    What is XBody?

    September 8, 2024 - By 

    This is the era of racing against time. As such, the time we allocate to ourselves is getting shorter and shorter, and time becomes our greatest luxury in the rush of work, traffic and the chaos of the metropolis. XBody creates an alternative for sports fans who race against time and for everyone who says, “ I can’t do sports for that long .” Known as a new generation fitness method, this system aims to give you the look you want with 20 minutes twice a week. This method, which promises perfect results from region to whole with the exercise…