Michael Elstein weighs up pharmaceuticals and vitamins.

A new study finds a link between asthma in mid-childhood and consumption of fructose and sugared beverages during pregnancy.

This dessert is delicious, healthy, vegan and beautiful… What more could you want in a dessert?

Microblogging may provide a way to buffer negative emotions in people who experience social anxiety.

The methods of use are what makes aromatherapy one of the most beautiful and indulgent of all the complementary therapies. There are so many ways to enjoy the captivating aromas of our pure essential oils. Here are a few of our favourites to get you started.

Pure essential oils are naturally occurring extracts from aromatic plants. They are regarded as the life force of the plant and act as a defence mechanism. When extracted, the essential oil produced is highly potent and contains its own unique healing properties.

When sensory overload threatens your equilibrium, it’s empowering to learn that you can also use your senses to find internal focus and calm.

This leftover pesto is wonderful as a spread, as a salad dressing or, if you’re not eating raw, then on eggs, too.

Use of digital devices before bedtime may contribute to sleep and nutrition problems in young children.

Aromatherapy – the past, the present, the future. Our ancestors used aromatic substances lavishly and in all facets of their lives. Records dating back to antiquity tell of performed oils, scented barks and resins, of spices, and aromatic waters all used medicine, ritual, astrology and embalming.

The secret to cooking healthy, delicious meals and snacks for the holiday season is to get back to basics and keep it simple and fresh.

Here’s a choose-your-own-adventure kind of meal, full of healthy fats and grounding protein. Enjoy, foodie friends!