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Experts say that we’re supposed to drink eight glasses of water per day. I don’t know about you, but I can’t do it. I mean I’ve tried it, and I am capable of consuming all that water, but I don’t like it –too many bathroom breaks. And it seems unnatural, almost medicinal to drink that much. And because it seems physically wrong (although I accept the logic of why that is not so), it also seems philosophically wrong –indulgent, if not wasteful.  So I choose to excuse my less-than-optimal water consumption on an environmental basis. This means that I’m going to hell for two reasons; an unhealthy diet and the perversion of the benign cause of conservation.  (Yes, I know – Eight glasses of water also includes the water content of juices, milk and foods like fruit and vegetables. Don’t send me chastising emails…or if you do, at least give me credit for knowing this much.)

Are you thirsty for more knowledge? Our annual ‘Water Issue’ has you covered. Start with the ‘Bucket Method’ to water your trees (p.8). Rod MacDonald lauds the benefits of Aquafitness (p. 25). Dr. Claude Gallant and Joel Thuna give you the rundown on the best way to hydrate (p.33) and Susan Gottlieb discusses water as an investment (p.51). Once you’re thoroughly saturated please also read about natural treatments for menopause by Dr. Elvis Ali (p.49), Dr. Joey Shulman’s take on healthy grilling (p. 37) and Dr. Craig Hudson’s fascinating research of tryptophan and sleep. Also, Dr. Bryce Wylde educates on identifying and responding to your biomarkers. (p. 21). Truly, there’s much, much more to read in this month’s Tonic, but I don’t want you to feel swamped. Drift along at your own pace.


jamie@tonictoronto.com.

 
 

Tonic Toronto is the best health, wellness, nutrition and green lifestyle magazine in the city. We’re all concerned about living longer, living better and a livable future. Published eleven times a year, Tonic covers food, fitness, natural healthcare and the environment with timely and informative articles that will surely quench your thirst for knowledge. Find us in your home-delivered Globe and Mail or free for pick-up in over 160 locations throughout the GTA.

Tonic is Healthy! Our natural health coverage is unsurpassed. Learn about the natural treatment of different ailments and conditions in the “Preventative Medicine,” “Vigour” and “Wylde About Health” columns. Pre- and postnatal health issues are specifically addressed in the “Optimom” column. Have your questions about natural beauty and skincare answered in “Elemental Aesthetics.” Each issue of Tonic features stories on health education, health regulation, products and services –all the issues you need to know about!

Tonic is Fit! We are sure to keep you moving. Strike a correct pose with our “Yoga Basics” column, written by top instructors from across the city or read about fitness and exercise in our “Perfect Form” column. Tonic also features articles on such topics as cycling, running, training and rehabilitation –all designed to get you off that couch!

Tonic is Green! Find out how to grow an organic garden filled with indigenous plants in our “Tending Eden” column. Consider every-day ideas in our green lifestyle column “Smart Living”. Read stories about heroes making a difference –past profiles include everyone from politician Elizabeth May to artist and ecologist Robert Bateman.

Tonic is Delicious! Hungry? Tease your palate with a healthy recipe from one of Toronto’s top chefs, such as Jamie Kennedy, Anthony Rose or David Lee, in “Secret Ingredient”. Learn about healthy weight loss from our resident expert Joey Shulman in “Elixir”. Or consider the benefits of eating locally and organically in our ever-expanding “Good Food” section featuring local experts on raw food, vegetarian, vegan and nut-free diets, slow food, organic meats, cheeses and local wines.

Tonic is Local! Each issue we profile a local business or businessperson who has a unique Toronto story to tell. Find local farmer’s markets, seminars, events and openings in our “Tonic Around Town” community calendar. Read about the hottest new children’s products and serviced in “Your Healthy Family” and find the best new products in our “On the Shelf” page.

 

   





 
 
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