Hiking is a great way to get exercise outdoors; socialize with friends, family, or coworkers; and celebrate Canada’s parks this summer. In every case, it’s always a great idea to hike smart. Here are some quick tips to add to your checklist for a hike that is safe, smart, and fun! Know the trail, and stick to it: Get to know your trail before you set out. Review the map. Get to know the entrances and exits to the trail. You should also take the time to figure out where water is available along the trail and mark it on your map. Let someone know where you’ll be hiking and when you plan to be back. Don’t venture off the plotted route. Choose an appropriate hike: Know your fitness level, and choose a hike that’s suited to your abilities, and the abilities of those in your group. Stay within y ...

Egyptian Molokhia Ingredients 4 cups chicken broth 2 lb(s) chopped molokhia leaves, bought frozen and thawed 6 cloves garlic, peeled and minced 2 tbsp coriander Salt and pepper to taste ¼ cup olive oil 1 onion, peeled and diced ½ cup apple cider vinegar Directions 1. Bring chicken broth and molokhia leaves to simmer. 2. In a separate pan, saute the olive oil, garlic and coriander until garlic is golden. 3. When molokhia is warm and thawed, add garlic and coriander mix. Add salt & pepper to taste. 4. In a separate dish, mix diced onions and apple cider vinegar . Pour Molokhia soup over rice and add onions & vinegar mix on top (about two table spoons) To add meat to this dish, you can add pieces of cooked chicken to each plate. Enjoy!

Monthly Recipe Looking for a snack to cool down with? Stay away from the sugary artificial popsicles and make your own at home with this super easy recipe! Cherry and Lime Popsicle Ingredients 1/2 cup lime juice 2 cups pitted cherries 1 cup water 1 tablespoon honey Directions Add all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth Pour mixture into popsicle molds and freeze for 6+ hours Enjoy!

Looking for a quick snack on the go? Late-night chocolate cravings? Try this guilt-free recipe for your busy healthy lifestyle! Chocolate Energy Bites Ingredients 1 cup old-fashioned oats (you can use Gluten-free if you want) 1/3 cup ground flax-seeds 1/4 unsweetened cocoa powder 1 tablespoon chia seeds 1/2 cup peanut butter or other nut butter 1/3 cup honey 1 teaspoon vanilla extract OPTIONAL – 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips (I find them sweet enough) 1-3 tablespoon liquid if needed to form balls (almond milk, milk, coconut milk, or water) Instructions Mix all the ingredients thoroughly in a medium bowl. Cover and chill for at least 45 minutes in the fridge to make mixture easier to shape. Once chilled, roll into balls any size you’d prefer. If mixture is too crumbly, add more peanut ...

Hello Everyone, I remember a time I used this strategy without success because I don’t like coffee. I am not talking about the creamed or sugared variant of this beverage, those are delicious! However, there is something to be said about functional simplicity. The benefit that most people will want is the fat burning properties of coffee. Lipolysis is engaged when coffee is consumed before exercise, which causes fat cells to be utilized as an energy source. The caffeine in the black coffee will increase you metabolic rate, burning more calories. Two other benefits that black coffee has are increased focus and performance. The neural drive to execute the activities and exercises will be improved. Increasing your mental focus and physical output for longer and stronger after drinking a cup o ...