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Plant-based and vegan diets continue to grow in popularity across Canada, including here on Vancouver Island. Many people are drawn to plant-based eating for ethical, environmental, digestive, or cardiovascular reasons. Others are curious after hearing claims that plant-based diets are automatically “healthier.” However, an important reality is often left out of online discussions: a poorly planned plant-based diet carries real nutritional risks. These risks are not theoretical. They …

As the days get shorter and temperatures drop, many people notice changes in mood, energy, sleep, and motivation. Feeling more tired, less focused, or less social during fall and winter is common—and it’s a natural response to seasonal shifts in light, routine, and activity. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) exists on a spectrum. For many, it shows up as low energy, sluggishness, cravings, or difficulty staying motivated rather than a clinical condition. The good news is that there a …