May 22, 2014 | Posted in: Physical Activity | Tags: gardening, garden, yard work, digging, raking, hauling, pruning, weeding
Spring has finally sprung, which for most of us means it’s time to get outside and get those gardens in tip top shape! If you find it hard to get motivated you’ll be happy to know that things like digging, raking, hauling and pruning all support you leading a healthy active lifestyle. + MORE
May 20, 2014 | Posted in: Vegetables and Fruit | Tags: kale, sweet potato, greens, apple, rhubarb, orange, berry, root vegetables
It’s fair to say that almost all of us could benefit from adding more fruits and veggies to our diet. But, when families are considering making improvements to their food choices, often the simple inclusion of these nutritional powerhouses is overlooked. So, this week Healthy Families BC wants to offer up a challenge to our readers…Add one extra serving of fruit and one extra serving of vegetable each day – that make 14 extra servings!!! + MORE
May 15, 2014 | Posted in: Physical Activity | Tags: summer, kids, active play, camp, recreation, family activities
Before you know it summer will be here and parents across the province will be looking for ways to keep their children active over the two month break. To help give you a head start on planning, let’s explore three ways to incorporate physical activity while still having fun. + MORE
May 13, 2014 | Posted in: Alcohol | Tags: alcohol, Dry Grad
It's that time of year again, when Dry Grad displays at the checkout of government liquor stores remind you that grad season is upon us. In 2012, more than 250 high schools in 55 school districts shared in the $540,692 raised. But beyond the posters and chocolate bars for sale, what's this campaign really all about? + MORE
May 8, 2014 | Posted in: Physical Activity | Tags: move for health, cricket, traditional Inuit games, ultimate frisbee, walking
Move for Health Day is a World Health Organization event, promoting the importance of physical activity. To celebrate this, we decided to take a different approach to this blog and introduce you to some sports/activities that keep thousands active across Canada and around the globe: + MORE
