Ever go through patches when you feel a bit, well blah? We’ve all been there.The good news is that happiness is within your reach right now. It is totally possible to boost your sense of well-being and mood with the right kind of soul-nurturing foods. Here...

We try hard to resist them, but they sneak up on us like clockwork and they consume us, not relenting until their demands are met. Temptation is everywhere: favourite coffee spot gas stations walking down the street all over billboards Sounds like I am talking about something so incredibly sexy...

My kids always look forward to Halloween, dressing up in Halloween costumes are something we start thinking about in August! They look forward to being in costumes, being out with their friends and staying up late on a school night. And yes the candy, I do...

(GastownGazette.com, October 9th 2014 by Jim Gordon – link) The Gazette’s “Extraordinary Women” series continues this month with Alyssa Schottland-Bauman, a certified holistic nutritionist, health consultant, and writer. The wife and mother of three started www.nourished.ca five years ago to advise and inspire people who wish to change...

Eat More Fruits and Vegetables: Add 3 more servings of fruits and vegetables to your diet each day. Smoothies Oatmeal with Banana, shredded coconut, berries Grab a whole piece of fruit Eggs with veggies—my fav is sautéed kale and onion and eggs. YUM Double the Veggies: Double the amount called for in the...

 Set your intentions:  Make them healthy, positive and light. When you set intentions you consciously align yourself with your goals and back them up with the actions, thoughts and choices you make. Bring your intentions with you everywhere you go until you seep into...

Something troubling you about your body or health? Let's talk.  I know how it is. The not knowing what to eat is what I hear as the biggest complaint. Te late night snacking, restaurant food woes, eating at your desk and stress that seems to make it...

Vedge Pledge Just launched. Eliminate the ugly and ignite your inner happiness. Get that glow and start feeling your best. For details contact me here or alyssa@nourished.ca It’s not a juice Cleanse or a Detox, but more of a guide to get you out of your head. Because lets...