The Simple Joys of a Japanese Garden
Capture nature in the most natural way possible, yet with artistic feeling. Influenced historically by Shinto, Buddhist and Taoist philosophies, Japanese gardens offer a quiet place for reflection and...
View ArticleWellness Wednesday: Swimming May Slow Down Aging By Decades
From cradle to grave, swimming might just be the best exercise ever. Here, 8 health benefits of taking a lap or two Swimming is good for just about everyone. It accommodates all ages, stages,...
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Anna Need we say more? Anna Dello Russo can do no sartorial wrong! The post Look of the Day appeared first on Everything Zoomer.
View ArticleGut Instinct
From Mexico to Mumbai, we’ve all heard tales of food and drink being less than digestive-tract friendly. In fact, the Public Health Agency of Canada says that travellers’ diarrhea is the most common...
View ArticleLet it go
Becoming a packrat is almost a rite of passage in middle age. An American survey found that after 50, people become increasingly less likely to give away or sell things they don’t need. And yet at...
View ArticleNutritional Powerhouse: 6 Big Benefits of the Little Chia Seed
Like my mom always said, “Good things come in small packages,” and that statement rings true when discussing the tiny black chia seed. Sure, this is another trendy superfood, but its bounty of benefits...
View ArticleCanadians Not Getting Medical Care Fast Enough after Stroke
Do-it-yourself may be a worthy undertaking when it comes to painting the bedroom or making wine but it’s a really bad idea if it’s a matter of getting to the hospital when there’s a medical emergency....
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Back to Basics Revive classic silhouettes with fun colours and textures. The post Look of the Day appeared first on Everything Zoomer.
View ArticleBetween the Lines … with Captain Mark Kelly
The former space shuttle commander, who’s in Toronto with the March of Dimes, opens up about space travel and the day his wife, Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, was shot. Sitting on the other end of a...
View ArticleBetty White Joins Ranks of Instagram’s Oldest Users
You might hashtag it #InstaBetty: on Thursday, Hollywood legend Betty White joined the hugely popular photo-sharing social media site Instagram, posting a picture with her Hot In Cleveland co-stars...
View ArticleWhy Don’t We Do it in the Nude?
As a rickety-backed, finger-blistered, knee-knackered, weed-whacked veteran of the Backyard Wars, I have considerable experience and some strong feelings about the art of coaxing plants out of the...
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Animal Instinct A little goes a long way when wearing animal print. The post Look of the Day appeared first on Everything Zoomer.
View ArticleFeeling Burned out?
Fatigue and low energy are common complaints. But in spite of getting a good amount of sleep, many people are chronically tired. Some of the first causes to be considered are those we can fix on our...
View ArticleCanada’s Most Dramatic Destinations
From coast to coast, we explore Canada’s natural marvels and some of the world’s most stunning sites. These 6 destinations will take your breath away. Recently, travel review website TripAdvisor...
View ArticleGet Grilling: 6 Tips for a Better Barbecue
Barbecue season is back! Here, our top tips for healthier grilling. Now that the weather is turning warmer and we’re all outside more, it’s time to start firing up the barbecue again. And we Canadians...
View ArticleJuno: A Beach to Remember
To mark the anniversary of D-Day (June 6, 1944), read our interview with Canadian Lt. Don Kerr about his experiences during the First World War and his later involvement in setting up a museum in...
View ArticleIris Apfel, In Full Bloom
“Life is gray and dull,” declares Iris Apfel. “You might as well have a little fun when you dress and amuse people.” And what fun the 93-year-old New Yorker seems to be having. A bona fide fashion icon...
View ArticleRECIPE: Raspberry Martini
Looking to shake things up a bit? Try this fruity martini, a popping combination of raspberry vodka, soda and blue Curacao. Ingredients 1 oz Raspberry Vodka 2 oz 7-Up 1/2 oz Coca-Cola 1/2 oz Blue...
View ArticlePopcorn Picks: Love & Mercy
A riveting portrait of musical genius set to breezy Beach Boys tunes, underscored with a sense of sorrow and, ultimately, redemption. Starring: Paul Dano, John Cusack, Elizabeth Banks, Paul Giamatti...
View ArticleReview: 2015 Dodge Durango
There has been an increase in seven-seat SUVs in recent years. Automakers such as Hyundai and Nissan have gotten into the segment with their Santa XL and Rogue, while others have refreshed and updated...
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