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Claire Nielsen: Who am I? The body, mind and spirit connection

Claire Nielsen: Who am I? The body, mind and spirit connection

"Know thyself is a deep concept and drives my own personal journey in my quest to reconnect with my soul and others on this journey of being human," writes columnist Claire Nielsen.
Roasted orange delivers big flavor in this smoky chicken traybake

Roasted orange delivers big flavor in this smoky chicken traybake

Traybakes are valued for their simplicity. But convenience doesn’t have to be boring and bland.
Garden to table: Gifts people need tread lighter on the planet and our conscience

Garden to table: Gifts people need tread lighter on the planet and our conscience

The holiday rush has begun, when consumers consume with the best of intentions but also unintended consequences
Is Secret Santa stressing you out? Here’s your holiday gift-exchange survival guide

Is Secret Santa stressing you out? Here’s your holiday gift-exchange survival guide

Gift exchanges, whether they’re among friends, family or co-workers, can be a fun way to get in the holiday spirit. But can also be another stressor during a busy time of year.
Claire Nielsen: When it comes to skin care, read the labels

Claire Nielsen: When it comes to skin care, read the labels

Our skin is our biggest organ.
Can't resist Black Friday deals? How to shop while staying within your budget

Can't resist Black Friday deals? How to shop while staying within your budget

Enticed by Black Friday sales? Here are some tips to avoid getting enveloped by the sales frenzy and resist spending beyond your means.
Hear for the holidays: Connect Hearing offers great perks just in time for the season

Hear for the holidays: Connect Hearing offers great perks just in time for the season

NHL legend Lanny McDonald is the latest addition to Connect Hearing’s all-star team, and to celebrate, the hearing health provider is offering a chance to win free hearing aids
Views on garden insects are changing. Why many former 'pests' are now valued

Views on garden insects are changing. Why many former 'pests' are now valued

It's important a beat to learn whether insects actually pose any harm — and, if so, how much — rather than immediately reaching for a spray can or calling in the big guns.
Claire Nielsen: Fighting fibromyalgia

Claire Nielsen: Fighting fibromyalgia

Columnist Claire Nielsen shares her personal experience with fibromyalgia and how an anti-inflammatory diet is key.
Garden to table: Why you should fall in love with leeks

Garden to table: Why you should fall in love with leeks

At this time of year, leeks pile high in market stalls, inviting us to braise and roast them