Entries by jenbrowne

Spring into Self-Care

It’s April, and that means warmer weather, increased sun exposure, Easter, and vegetable garden prep. (It also means seasonal allergies and rain, but who’s complaining? It’s not freezing anymore!) This month, I want to focus on how we can use the spring season to our advantage in ways that will inspire and motivate us to […]

Self-Care: Cultivating Healthy Habits

This is YOUR Year for Self-Care Happy New Year, everyone! January is the official month of wellness and self-care, and many people inadvertently seek to establish better lifestyle habits after a holiday season of indulging in festive foods and sparkling beverages. (It’s okay—we’re all guilty!) As a health and wellness coach, I love hearing about […]

Travelling? Here’s How to Eat Healthy.

It doesn’t matter whether you’re an experienced globetrotter, or if you haven’t been travelling much at all: when you’re planning a trip (near or far), there are many things to consider before you leave. One item that far too often takes a back seat, is planning what to eat. What will they serve on the […]

Lifestyle Choices for Cancer Prevention

Cancer Prevention There’s just something about October that is so dreamy; from the radiant colours of the leaves and the crisp breezy air, to the fresh fall harvest available at the market for making hearty, healthy soups. I also love October because it has been named Cancer Awareness Month–a time of year when the population […]

The Many Health Benefits of Essential Oils

Essential Oils 101 Fall is my favourite time of year for using essential oils. I mean, I use essential oils year-round, but there’s something about the cooler weather and in-season produce that gets me excited to get comfy and break out my favourite essential oils—especially when used in a diffuser. Not many people know that […]

Avoiding Back-to-School Food Stress

As a health coach, food is one of my top priorities when I comes to being healthy. Everyone is so busy towards the beginning of September, and back-to-school is stressful for parents and kids. To combat additional stress when it comes to food, here are a few ideas that will point you in the right […]

Flotation Therapy for the Mind, Body, and Soul

This blog post is one that I’m really excited to write about. I’ve fallen in love with flotation therapy, and now I need the world to know that this amazing practice exists, and can be so beneficial to one’s health in such an extraordinary variety of ways! Flotation Therapy for the Mind Here’s the deal: […]

3 Summertime Smoothie Bowl Recipes

Smoothie Bowl Recipes for Healthy Summertime Meals and Snacks A few years ago, smoothies and fresh pressed juices were taking the world by storm—but now smoothie bowls are trending! Smoothie bowls are a great way to consume tons of fibre, antioxidants, and vitamins, while filling you up a little better than a simple smoothie can. […]

The Top 5 Health Benefits of Vitamin D

Health Benefits of Vitamin D It may finally be summer, but in Ottawa, we sure wait for it for a long time! The positive psychological effects that the sun has on our brains is well-known, but what about the psychological and physiological effects of vitamin D? The health benefits of vitamin D are incredible, and […]

4 Easy Moves to Tone Your Arms

Tone Your Arms It’s no secret that it can be really difficult to tone your arms, and the result (or lack thereof) can be extremely frustrating. (Grrr…) But this summer, toned arms can be yours with these 4 simple exercises! Depending on your fitness level, you will use a pair of 3-8 pound dumbbells with […]