Dec 9, 2010 Posted by denice johnson

lordosis of the spine

A while ago I wrote an article about hip opener yoga postures for lordosis of the spine (swayback) and discovered that a lot of people are looking for ways to treat the condition. I thought it might be worthwhile to compile the extent of my experience in one place with the hope of helping those of you with this condition. I have had lordosis of the spine all of my life and have, over time, developed a... read more

Dec 2, 2010 Posted by denice johnson

easy raisin bread

This is an absolute hard and fast favorite at our house. So much so that I have to be careful making it because I’ll eat the whole loaf in one day! This quick and easy raisin bread recipe does not use yeast and requires no kneading. It’s perfect for a Sunday morning brunch or as a gift for new neighbours. It is delightful fresh from the oven with a bit of butter and can also be toasted. This... read more

Dec 1, 2010 Posted by denice johnson

walking in a winter wonderland

It’s that time of year. Temperatures are dropping and, for many of us, the snow has begun to accumulate. It might seem like the perfect time to give up your outdoor activities for warmer indoor pursuits but it doesn’t have to be. Getting outside is important all year round and although it’s more of a challenge in winter, exercising outdoors can still be enjoyable in winter with these... read more

Nov 29, 2010 Posted by denice johnson

cat pose: should you bother?

Cat Pose – or Bidalasana – is one of the most basic yoga postures. In fact, it’s one of the first often taught to children both in school gymnasiums and official yoga classes. But is it important? Do we need to bother with Cat Pose? As we get further into our yoga practice some of us start to think that the more basic poses and postures become obsolete. I disagree with this... read more

Nov 23, 2010 Posted by denice johnson

lemon hazelnut brown rice

Rice: easy but boring. If you’re going to feed your family rice more than once a year you’ve got to fancy it up a little or brave table time rebellion. This side dish recipe for lemon hazelnut brown rice is easy, delicious and healthy. I use Uncle Ben’s Wholegrain Brown rice. White rice can also be used for this recipe but brown is preferred for it’s health benefits. The amounts... read more