Health

Food for Women’s Health

Women have specific nutritional requirements that differ from men. Increasing the intake of foods containing high levels of female-friendly vitamins and minerals supports health and wellness. Making rounded, thoughtful dietary choices is a deeply nourishing form of self-care. 

Posted by Katie Hamar on Mar 12, 2019 in Health

Shopping Local

Fernie’s downtown has over 100 one-of-a-kind stores. That means that over 100 of those awesome local people I just mentioned are working their butts off, day in, and day out, to bring YOU the very best in their industry.

Posted by Emma Polit on Mar 09, 2019 in Health

Simply Sensational Salmon Appy

Each month we celebrate Fernie’s amazing food scene by challenging a local pro to create a five-ingredient recipe with delicious–and revealing–results.

Posted by Crys Stewart on Mar 04, 2019 in Health

Playful Wear

This winter I encourage you to try something new. There is something for everyone, from low intensity to high, and we’re lucky to have a great selection of stores that can supply you with the right gear to make it happen. 

Posted by Emma Polit on Feb 14, 2019 in Health

Having Fun With Food

Have fun in the kitchen by introducing new ingredients and methods to remember that eating can be exciting, creative and educational. Following are seven ways to have more fun with food.

Posted by Katie Hamar on Feb 07, 2019 in Health

Cooking With a Latin Accent

Each month in the Fernie Fix, Crystal celebrates Fernie’s amazing food scene by challenging a local pro to create a five-ingredient recipe with delicious–and revealing–results. This month feature, Amie Bradsell’s Camarones Al Tequila.

Posted by Crys Stewart on Feb 02, 2019 in Health

Awakening Your Potential

New Year’s resolutions carry a lot of weight and many people feel extra pressure to succeed which makes them more likely to make mistakes. Success in anything is achieved by simply picking ourselves up and trying again when we fail.

Posted by Dr. Taina Turcasso on Jan 21, 2019 in Health

Upon Awakening

It’s Sunday and the thought of a slow morning is too good to pass up. Sunday’s are Em's day. In the spirit of ‘Awakening,’ she's going to take you on a morning journey of self-care with a few suggestions to help you relax and enjoy every moment.

Posted by Emma Polit on Jan 15, 2019 in Health

Buff Stuff

So, let’s get to it. Start squeezing those buns on the regular and bring your body to a place of balance.

Posted by Maddy Alaric on Jan 07, 2019 in Health

Japanese Cuisine to Make Your Own with Cam Carr

Each month we celebrate Fernie’s amazing food scene by challenging a local pro to create a five-ingredient recipe with delicious–and revealing–results.

Posted by Crys Stewart on Jan 05, 2019 in Health

Plant Powered

A vegan diet, which means abstaining from consuming animal products, so the only thing vegans eat is garden salad, right? This is far from true.

Posted by Katie Hamar on Jan 03, 2019 in Health

All About the Squat

Naked squats. One hundred naked squats. Do I have your attention? Fun fact, back before I had a toddler waking me up in the wee hours of the morning, I used to roll out of bed and do this. 

Posted by Maddy Alaric on Dec 18, 2018 in Health

Your Guide to Outerwear

Posted by Emma Polit on Dec 14, 2018 in Health

Food as Medicine

Medicine has advanced by leaps and bounds in the last 100 years, particularly when it comes to surgical techniques and medications. Despite these advancements, there is still a place for seemingly old-school remedies, some of which may have been passed down through your family for many generations.

Posted by Dr. Taina Turcasso on Dec 08, 2018 in Health

Fernie Distillers

Snow falls slow and thick as we make our way into Fernie Distillers. What a lovely thing to do on a snowy day, I think. What a lovely way to kick off the holiday season.

Posted by Katie Hamar on Dec 05, 2018 in Health