Health & Diet

  Spring is finally here and it’s a great time to dive into one of the season’s most popular health and wellness books. From nutrition to healthy cooking to the latest diet, there’s a health or diet book for everyone this season. Check out our picks for the 3 must-read health and diet books.   […]

As we look ahead to spring, thoughts turn to our diets, health and wellness. If you’re looking for healthy food alternatives this spring or simply need a few easy low daytime calorie ideas, take a look at our handy (and easy to prepare) low-calorie snack options below.   Kale: Versatile superfood kale can be eaten […]

  In the latest issue of Real Style Magazine, Board Certified Naturopathic Doctor & National Spokesperson for Renew Life Canada, Dr. Sara Celik answered some of your burning health and wellness questions.  Read an excerpt below.    1. It’s not uncommon in the winter for people to feel tired, sluggish and unmotivated. What would you […]

  The name alone grabs attention. Cheese tea has been quickly gaining in popularity and has become an online sensation with people both confused and intrigued. What is cheese tea? Its exactly as you would imagine it, it’s tea topped with cheese. Cheese tea originated in Taiwan and has been gaining in popularity in cities […]

If you are looking for ways to fight the winter blues (also known as seasonal affective disorder), try looking for healthy ways to regain energy. From light therapy to calming, soothing exercises, we’ve researched a few strategies that will allow you to stay mentally healthy throughout the wintry months. Even if you can’t afford that impulse vacation to a beach destination, these tips will help to make your Winter 2018 a productive and peaceful one. 

This time of year tends to be a busy time for post-secondary students who are struggling to cram for their upcoming exams and are also coping with an overbearing workload. There is no denying that students are faced with a lot of pressure as the summer days are now long behind us, and the school year has picked up quite rapidly. Real Style has a few tips to help students beat the exam blues and successfully get through the nerve-racking times ahead.

Thanksgiving is around the corner, which means we need to prepare for a weekend of bountiful meals and table spreads of traditional holiday favourites. An evening of total indulgence could be enjoyed guilt-free by following Real Style’s tips to staying healthy this Thanksgiving. 

While we’ve all heard of the gruelling and extreme detox cleanses that are on the market, the benefits of a glass of freshly squeezed juice are often misunderstood. Although it’s hardly advisable to replace your entire diet with blended produce, there are countless health advantages to incorporating some fresh juice into your day.

Taking a few minutes to eat truly makes a difference to your day, and as a result, can transform your morning blues into positive energy. While many of us are accustomed to eating a balanced lunch or tucking into an indulgent dinner with friends, breakfast can truly start your day on a solid note. Although specialists have long since heralded the benefits of a hearty breakfast, even the most diehard health fanatics can occasionally neglect the first meal of the day.

As a Hollywood personal trainer who has been conditioning the stars for over 15 years, Patrick Murphy is known for helping celebrities achieve their ideal beach bodies. Staying true to the test of the ultimate beach body, he trained Zac Efron and Alexandra Daddario for their recent appearances in Baywatch. Real Style spoke to the celebrity fitness professional about training the Baywatch stars, his best tips for aqua based workouts and his techniques for maintaining your endurance and strength.

As life is stressful in today’s fast-paced digital age, that can make it difficult to always maintain a positive attitude. They are many factors that can affect our attitude, from what to eat, to how much sleep we get each night to our surroundings. It’s important to find ways to be positive, because negative thoughts will only think make the situation worse. Here are some tips Real Style has gathered on what you can do to keep a positive mindset.

With today marking International Self-Care Day, July 24 will hopefully serve as a reminder that looking after yourself is always important. With everybody around us busy working, taking care of loved ones and living in today’s fast-paced digital society, it can be tough to achieve a healthy, balanced lifestyle. From creating work-life balance to wellness […]

For some of us, starting the day without coffee is impossible. Those who have caffeine addictions rely on coffee to give them the energy they need for a busy day. However, coffee can have a negative effect on one’s health, as it can increase stress levels, disturb sleep patterns, potentially lower levels of serotonin in the body and result in digestive problems.

With the rising popularity of superfoods, we are used to hearing about new menu options and ways to enrich our everyday diets. As the latest superfood to keep on our radars, flax seeds have been known to offer many health benefits and could potentially be a great addition to your daily meals. These seeds, which offer a nutty flavour, may be the newest pantry item to introduce to your palate. 

It may sound like a tall order to fit in a workout amidst all your wedding planning, but these easy moves will have you ready for your big day in no time.