Remark Magazine March/April 2014

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JM AN 2 0A1P4R I L 2 0 1 4 A /RFCEHB &

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TRIP WITH CARE

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H E LSI STH Y LLI SI FHE LM I FAG E M T H E TSTY AA ZG I NAEZ I N E

TAKE A A MUCH NEEDED TRIP TO PUERTO RICO IT REALLY IS EASY BEING GREEN GRIMM’S SEDUCTIVE

COLOUR BITSIE TULLOCH THE SEA

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26 SPRING BEAUTY SHOPPING GUIDE 41 SMOOTH MOVEMENT 112 NATURAL SKINCARE 124 FRESH LIFESTYLE

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22 MY TRIP WITH CARE 122 IT’S EASY BEING GREEN LEISURE 14 BOOKMARK 38 WHEN THE BEACH IS CALLING 50 REAL EXPERIENCE, REAL PEOPLE 80 CELEBRITY SPOTLIGHT: STEVE LUND FOOD 52 HAPPY HOUR 72 SHRIMP & LOADED GRITS 75 PETSO PROSCIUTTO PASTA 108 COOKBOOK REVIEW

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42 AU PRINTEMPS 56 ETHEREAL YOUTH 62 BITSIE TULLOCH 90 IN BLOOM 116 A SOFT TOUCH TRAVEL 10 RELAX IN PUERTO RICO HOME 36 CLOSET TO CUSTOM: FABRICS & FURNITURE 76 BLISSFUL BATHROOMS HEALTH 82 HEAT THINGS UP 84 POST PARTUM DEPRESSION

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86 Q&A HEALTH, DIET, AND EXERCISE 100 PERSONAL IMAGE 106 FITNESS TRENDS 128 DON’T JUDGE ME BY MY THERAPIST

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MARCH & APRIL 2014

a letter from the editor

EDITOR IN CHIEF: KRISTIE STOODLEY COPY WRITERS: CHRIS NICOL JOANNA NICOL LISA MACDONALD

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ith spring almost upon us, we are thrilled

DESIGN LEADS: CATHY NICHOLES NIKKI CHAN

to bring you our grandest issue yet to date!

Inside you will find colourful pages to help

CONTRIBUTORS WRITERS: JENNA MATTHEWS MARY CENTORAME NATALIE DEANE CHRIS FAULKNER EMILY KLINE CAIT MIZZI KIM D’EON MARK MOON JOY DAVID-TILBERG MARIO RIGBY DAVID ARDUINI LG DAVIDSON JENNIFER STEELE YAEL GOTTESMAN EVELYN ESHUN LAUREN PANTOLIANO SHADI BAS

get you in the mood for the change to the new

season. It is time to leave the cold weather behind and warm up with our bright fashion spreads, fruity cocktails, and out feature article with Bitsie Tulloch from the hit T.V. series Grimm.

Sit back, relax, enjoy and let us inspire your spring wardrobe with bold patterns, bright separates, and colourful swimsuits.

We also have a great range of articles that cover a variety of topics to help you prepare for the warmer months to come.

Once again we want to thank everyone that makes Remark possible. A big shout out to all our contributors with who we

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could make all of this happen. Your consistent show of support is forever has our gratitude. Of course, another shout out to all our readers! Thank you for being so supportive throughout each issue with your feedback.

Remember to always be you and always be Remarkable.

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RELAX IN PUERTO RICO

BY JENNA MATTHEWS

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uerto Rico is a paradise that truly has it all. This incredible destination has some of the most beautiful and expansive beaches in the Caribbean, with beautiful waters boasting both calming waves and romantic tranquil settings. From pristine rainforests waiting to be explored to a vibrant culture enjoyed by all, Puerto Rico is a popular destination for countless reasons. To experience the ultimate in luxury in this incredible destination, look no further than the award winning St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort.

Situated only 23 miles from Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport on the stunning Bahia Beach, the St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort offers the perfect mix of pristine beach, exciting excursions, delectable food and awe-inspiring views. The regal St. Regis brand is well known

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around the world for its refined elegance, luxurious design and customized service. Awarded AAA’s coveted Five Diamond Rating, the only property in Puerto Rico to receive this prestigious award, this resort is sure to satisfy even the most particular guests.

From the moment you enter this resort, classic and elegant decor greet you at every turn. The exceptionally comfortable and exquisitely furnished rooms contain everything you need to keep entertained, including a 40” flat screen, an iPod docking station and high speed wireless internet access. The spacious bathrooms with oversized tubs, double showers, double vanities and wall mirrors with embedded LCD TV will make you feel like you’re already being pampered at the spa. If that’s not enough, the iconic St. Regis butler service will surely have you feeling like REMARK | the stylish life magazine |

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royalty. Take a break on your private terrace, offered in each of the St. Regis’ 139 magnificent rooms and suites, which will calm your mind with spectacular tropical or ocean views.

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Boasting three incredible restaurants, the St. Regis Bahia Beach is sure to tantalize your senses with incredible international cuisine that is made to order.

including everything from beautifully upholstered lounge chairs to flat screen televisions, protection from the sun just got much more luxurious. If spending your time on the beach is more desirable, Bahia Beach’s two miles of pristine coastline is sure to delight. No need to sacrifice any luxury for this choice, the beachside cabanas and the St. Regis butler service are included to satisfy your every need.

Located next to the resorts main pool, Seagrapes Restaurant and bar boasts eclectic cuisine alongside a combination of alluring snacks, as well as interactive iced tea tastings and fun hourly offerings. The casual beach and pool side dining is the ideal addition to a sun kissed day by the water, and the vast array of a la carte dining options will make your day even more magical.

The Remède Spa mixes nature with traditional spa luxury. With 7 private treatment rooms, a floating pathway to the saunas and plunge pools, and their own line of luxurious locally inspired natural product, you are sure to leave feeling relaxed and rejuvenated. Adjacent from the spa, the resort features a state-ofthe-art fitness facility and spacious yoga and pilates studio.

Molasses Restaurant is located in the Bahia Beach Clubhouse.

With spectacular ocean views, it is a favourite among golfers enjoying a day on the stunning 18 hole Robert Trent Jones Jr. Golf Course. Molasses offers a tempting menu of American and Caribbean dishes with a Puerto Rican twist, perfect to entertain all of your taste buds.

Nestled between El Yunque National Forest and the Espíritu Santo River and encompassed by ancient palm trees from the former on-site coconut plantation, the St. Regis Bahia Beach resort takes great pride in its conservation and environmentally thoughtful development. A recipient of the Gold Audubon International Signature Sanctuary certification, this property takes great pride in its many efforts to preserve its ecological environment. With plans in place including water quality enhancement and conservation, energy and waste management, wildlife conservation and habitat enhancement (which includes removal of exotic invasive species and the planting of native trees and plants), coupled with extremely limited use of pesticides and fertilizers, the St. Regis’ “green team” is doing everything they can to ensure the least amount of impact on the natural environment as possible.

Keeping in line with the St. Regis character, Fern restaurant offers regional and international cuisine of the highest quality.

The sleek yet comfortable dining area compliments the assortment of gourmet dishes and fine wines available at Fern.

If you only desire a fine cocktail instead of an entire meal, head to the sophisticated St. Regis Bar, known for its selection of the finest rare scotches and malt whiskeys, as well as its signature cocktails made with only the best ingredients. Guests are invited to the St. Regis bar every evening at 6 p.m. for a champagne toast to celebrate the conclusion of another delightful tropical day.

Fashioned after a sparkling blue lagoon, the expansive freeform pool features every amenity imaginable. With 11 private cabanas

This property not only lives up to the high standards of the St. Regis chain, it surpasses them. With its mixture of high end luxury, guest treatment and its expansive conservation initiatives, the St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort is truly one not to miss.

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AUTHOR BOOK REVIEW

THE AFFAIRS OF OTHERS

AMY GRACE LOYD

BY EMILY KLINE

Dark, sensual, and rich with emotion, The Affair of Others is Amy Grace Loyd’s debut novel. For a first time novelist, Amy creates a raw setting of a Brooklyn apartment building, which acts as a sanctuary of sorts.

The brownstone building is home to young Celia, the damaged and broken-hearted protagonist of the novel, as well as her many tenants. As a widow, Celia lost herself and her life, but soon is drawn into the building’s affairs, arguments, grief, and violence. This drama allows Celia to find herself and her sense of purpose in life.

Human arrangements are explored through layers of time, grief, and love in The Affair of Others. Loyd keeps the reader intrigued as Celia’s barriers disintegrate and all her rules fall away.

Amy Grace Loyd, a former fiction and literary editor at Playboy, has secured a place on bookshelves with a refined style of storytelling. Book clubs everywhere will be looking forward to her next novel.

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Bangkok Garden was one of the first restaurants to bring traditional Thai cuisine and culture to Toronto over 30 years ago, and is acclaimed as one of North America’s premier Thai restaurants.

Enjoy lunch and dinner in a casual fine-dining atmosphere. From seafood, silky rich curries, and exotic soups, to barbecued and fiery stir fried dishes, Bangkok Garden offers authentic Thai cuisine in a truly unique atmosphere. bangkok garden | 18 Elm Street, Toronto | 416.977.6748 | bangkokgarden.ca @BangkokGardenTO

Open Daily Lunch: Monday to Friday 11:30 am - 2:30 pm Dinner: Monday to Sunday 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm Lunch Buffet: Monday to Friday $15.95

Reservations recommended. bangkokgarden.ca or 416.977.6748 Award-winning wine list, Prix Fixe Menu and Chef’s Tasting Menu available by reservation. A perfect venue for group events.

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my trip with

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BY KIM D’EON

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After my trip to Zambia last year as a part of Care Canada, I will never feel the same way about a visit to the doctor’s office.

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Mothers and babies crammed into the small, tattered structure, waiting patiently to have their babies weighed and immunized.

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s an ambassador for CARE, I travelled to Zambia so that I could see first-hand the work they were doing with mothers and babies as part of their Moyo Wa Bana program, which aims to improve the lives of children under the age of five.

In Zambia, 10% of children will die before their fifth birthday. This sobering fact is what makes CARE’s Maternal and Child Health initiatives so important.

Moyo Wa Bana seeks to empower women to take health matters into their own hands. I was eager to witness the progress being made, but nervous of the unknown.

I wasn’t sure how I’d feel venturing into the remote rural villages where the clinics were located. Dirt roads stretched for miles. We travelled by car and our treks took hours. Every once in a while, we would pass a woman walking into the seemingly endless stretch of road, barefooted and often carrying water or firewood. It was difficult to know they

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would walk so long, carrying so much. I felt guilty that we were driving.

Guilt was a pervasive emotion for me on that trip. I couldn’t help but to compare my life to the lives of the people I was meeting in Zambia. Mundane things like washing my hands with warm water, applying sunscreen and bug spray now felt like such a luxury. Thoughts of air conditioning, grocery stores and malls back home lead to conflicted feelings of embarrassment and good fortune.

When I arrived at the first health outpost, I was overwhelmed. I’m not sure exactly what I was expecting. It was an open concrete structure without electricity or running water. Mothers and babies crammed into the small, tattered structure, waiting patiently to have their babies weighed and immunized. The weighing scale was hanging from a tree branch outside. It was muggy, the air was stagnant and the wait was long, but no one complained.

You see, this humble health outpost was a vast improvement from before. Instead of walking for hours, they could make it here by foot in under an hour. Access to this kind of monitoring and simple health care is vitally important and now it was within reach of more women and their families.

Here, trained volunteers from the community checked the children’s breathing and updated their records for future reference. Mothers were also given information on best breast-feeding techniques, malaria avoidance and dysentery prevention and treatment.

The women were grateful to be there and the volunteers were happy to help their communities. The Moyo Wa Bana project was a true success because it was a true collaboration between CARE and the communities.

Since my visit, the Moyo Wa Bana initiative has actually ended in the rural communities

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I visited. However, its momentum continues because of the integral involvement of community members and district health officials.

Moyo Wa Bana belongs to the people of Zambia. The progress hasn’t ended because funding for that program ended. The passion for change remains. Best practices, interventions and routines will continue to save the lives of children and mothers and therefore benefit whole communities. In fact, it’s estimated that over 400,000 children have been positively affected so far.

I’m grateful that I had a chance to experience such a tremendous program in action and feel honoured to share my experience with you. I believe in the work CARE does to empower women and children around the world. Their holistic community approach is essential to the sustainability of programs such as Moyo Wa Bana and ensures that progress continues long after programs have officially ended.

I think about those outposts every time I’m fortunate enough to visit my own doctor’s office and hope that one day the access to health care that we enjoy here is available to everyone.

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SPRING BEAUTY SHOPPING GUIDE

SPRING BEAUTY SHOPPING GUIDE

BY JOY DAVID-TILBERG

After a cold and bitter winter you deserve to treat yourself to products that will have you thinking of spring. Give your beauty bag a makeover with the hottest items from our beauty shopping guide.

illuminating CLARINS INSTANT LIGHT BOOSTING COMPLEXION BASE $37 Wear this base on its own or mix it with your foundation to blur imperfections and help give your skin an instant boost. Available in Rose, Peach, and Champagne.

NUXE HUILE PRODIGIEUSE LIMITED EDITION BOTTLES $39 This is pure luxury in a bottle for your skin.

Made from six precious oils from plants, you can use this dry oil to treat your skin, and to nourish and repair your hair.

CLARINS MULTI-BLUSH $30

Spring is all about soft and glowing

cheeks. Clarins newest cream blush nourishes the skin while magnifying radiance. Available in four shades.

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LANCOME ARTLINER 24H AMETHYST $37 Put away your LBL (little black liner) and get graphic with

the most precise liner in this year’s Pantone shade.

BENEFIT COSMETICS LOLLI TINT $36 Benefit’s popular line of tints has a new kid sister and she is a little bit sweeter with a lot more pop.

This candy-orchid shade lightly tints the lips and cheeks while lasting all day long.

YVES SAINT-LAURENT GLOSSY STAIN REBEL NUDES IN VIOLINE OUT OF CONTROL $36 Lasting colour and high shine - what more could you want? Let this bold shade be the centre of attention and keep everything else neutral.

flower power MARC JACOBS DAISY EAU SO FRESH 75 ml $89, 125 ml $112 Daisy

ROSES DE CHLOE 50 ml $85 The scent of rose is a classic, sophisticated scent that will always be a staple in your fragrance wardrobe. This airy, more youthful version will leave a trail of white musk and amber, which is a signature of the Chloe house.

Eau So Fresh is the vibrant, charming and whimsical version of the original Daisy.

You’ll enjoy this lighter, fresher blend of fruity florals.

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BIKINI: VICTORIA SECRET KIMONO: ASOS NECKLACE: ACCESSORIES PINK BRACELET: POWERKECKS GOLD BRACELET: GLOWYBOX GREEN BRACELET: VINTAGE HAT: SCHWEIGBAND

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CLOSET TO CUSTOM: FABRICS & FURNITURE

CLOSET TO CUSTOM: FABRICS & FURNITURE

BY DAVID ARDUINI, PRINCIPAL OF ALBERT DAVID DESIGN INC.

There are three kinds of people in the world of design and fashion: those who are bold and willing to take risks, those who are reserved and like to keep it neutral, and those who just do not care.

In today’s world of fashion and design trends, anything goes.

My job as a design expert is to depict an illusion of distressed fabrics (or perhaps neatly pressed), savory colours, bold patterns and exquisite textures.

As I embark on an adventure of furniture designing and fabrics to pair with each unique piece, I turn to my clients for inspiration. I visit their private dressing rooms to see what fabrics and patterns drape their closets and inspire their look when they get ready every day.The classics that we have all heard of: Versace, Fendi, Armani and Missoni, are a few of the big names that transpire from a look of fashion to home décor.

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seeing before continuing to wander. This creates flow and curiosity within a space. When it comes to choosing fabrics, I take inspiration from some of Toronto’s top fashion gurus. One fashion expert is Alexzandra Giordano, Lifestyle Fashionist and Director of AVGstyle.com. Her style is one that expresses a mixture of direction, elegance, and an eclectic nature. These are all characteristics that can translate into your home.

FABRICS THAT TALK There are many aspects that need to be considered when making a choice in fabric, such as; the quality, colour, patterns, texture, and price. You have to keep in mind the use for the fabric. Many fabrics can be used for upholstery, but not necessarily for drapery.

You can also transform furniture by merely adding in a patterned fabric. Take the elegant and bold frame of a Versailles domed

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chair. It will speak volumes in the entrance of a home. Add in the bold and vibrant pattern of Missoni and you have just mastered the look of a very traditional, yet contemporary vibe for your space.

FENDI TO TRENDY With its innovation and customary craftsmanship, you are sure to have a timeless look with the richness found in Fendi fabrics. The fabrics are defined by fur and precious skins, —a look that can be coupled with clean lines and a modern design to give the space a sense of sophistication.

GOLD... SAY NO MORE The look of gold does not have to appear gaudy. Gold can be given a sense of flare by using it to accent custom furniture pieces.

Try pairing gold with a Versace inspired pattern: a rich, high gloss wooden backed chair finished in indigo blue velvet and stitched in gold. This is a bold look that gives your home a sense of uniqueness.

Choosing your fabrics does not have to be the starting point when putting together a custom sofa or a timeless lounge chair, but it is a huge investment that should be thought out wisely. Custom furnishings stem from quality, and with that comes durability in fabrics and precision and, precision in furniture detailing.

The next time you look in your closet, do not lose sight of that floral patterned top that you wore twenty years ago, —it may just be the fabric of choice for your next sofa.

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WHEN THE BEACH IS CALLING

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When The Beach Is Calling...

BY JENNIFER STEELE

With the joyous festivities of

The FIG brand offers several

the holidays a distant memory,

mini collections, one being

many of us wonder “what next?”

FIG OCEAN. The OCEAN line

as we enter the often dreaded

is specifically tailored for the

final stretch of winter. With cold

sunny destination traveler, with

temperatures remaining, dreams

several options to choose from

of southern escapes come to the

in a variety of cuts, colours,

minds of many of us.

and styles. The tops, bottoms,

If you are one of the lucky people planning a cruise or a trip down south, we’ve discovered the perfect collection of stylish destination wear that is suitable for all ages and body types.

FIG Clothing is a sportswear brand for active, urban and elegant women who love to travel. The collection is inspired by adventure and practicality, providing maximum freedom of movement. This clothing line is essential for travelling in comfort, and is designed to flatter and celebrate the female

and dresses come in sizes XS to XL, are quick-drying, wrinkle resistant, UV resistant (UPF 50), and soft and cool on the skin, which is absolutely perfect for those gorgeous hot days on the beach!

We find the OCEAN collection to be fun, athletic, super comfortable and sexy at the same time, which many travelers can appreciate. The best part is that the same piece can be worn out with flats for a day of fun filled activity, yet still remain suitable for dinner back at the resort – just by adding a heel!

body. One of the most attractive

These transitional pieces can

features of the FIG brand is

be purchased online at www.

that it is proudly developed

figclothing.com or at various

and manufactured entirely in

local retailers listed on their

Canada, so consumers can feel

web site. Bon voyage and

good about supporting locally

happy cruising!

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Decoding The First Date

BY MELISSA GROSSER

The process of dating can be a stressful, nerve wrecking, hit or miss situation that the majority of people dread in the beginning. When you meet someone or are set up with “the one”, at least according to your mutual friends, you may approach the first date as a job rather than a fun opportunity to interact with an individual who is fresh and new to your world.

Instead of treating a first date like a chore, transform it into a fun activity – a chance to experience something new and feeling good as you do it.

Setting The Date To gauge what your date is like, pick up the phone and have a conversation for a few minutes. Get a feel for the person and start to learn what they like. If the conversation flows, dive right in and set up the in-person date. Skip the typical coffee shop – try to find an interactive activity where you two can talk and experience something fun. Rather than experiencing something that feels like a job interview, this is a better way to determine chemistry and common interests when you are relaxed and having fun.

Pre-Date Prep No matter what the background is on the first date – whether you are excited or not, it is important to put your best foot forward. Once you establish where the date will take place, make sure your wardrobe selection is appropriate for the activity. In terms of the actual look, put forth effort so you appear put together and you are showing off your physical attributes with confidence. Let your best self shine through to your date without overdoing yourself.

Aside from your attire, keep your mind open and clear. No pre-date research is necessary. Go into it and learn about your date first hand.

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SMOOTH MOVEMENT

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SMOOTH MOVEMENT

BY JENNIFER STEELE

Most women desire to have a full head of luscious hair, although

hair’s density. Hair becomes finer and the need for hair removal

they typically do not want to see traces of it on their arms, legs or

becomes less frequent.

bikini lines. Many turn to shavers, lasers, and waxes to get rid of unwanted hair. The average person spends 72 days of their life shaving, which often leads to skin irritation, or simply, irritation for having to do the chore itself. If you are tired of shaving, find waxing too painful, or laser removal is out of your price range,

This product is for both men and women, and works on all skin types, without pain or irritation. The collection includes a body formula perfect for legs, arms, chest, and back. A face serum formulated to address the skin sensitivity of the facial region, and

there is now another option.

deodorant for under-arm hair.

Labelled as “the breakthrough body hair inhibitor”, INHIBITIF

The products range from $9.99 to $29.99 depending

is a highly concentrated serum that targets the hair follicle when applied to shaved or waxed areas. This formula visually reduces body hair over time by slowing the growth rate and decreasing the

FACT 1:

INHIBITIF uses a firstever combination of several mechanisms to target the hair follicle and reduce the apparent growth rate of hair.

on the size and specific formula, and are available for purchase online at www.inhibitif.com or at your local Shopper’s Drug Mart.

FACT 2:

INHIBITIF produces visible and lasting results within 8 weeks, much faster than laser treatments do at a fraction of the cost.

FACT 3:

INHIBITIF contains a skin-friendly micro-organism from Antarctica that soothes the skin after hair removal damage.

As a result, the skin is left looking softer, smoother and more moisturised while the need for hair removal is minimised.

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HOLLYWOOD GLAM WITH NADINE ELLIS

DRESS: INNAMORATO

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REAL EXPERIENCE, REAL PEOPLE

PHILLIP BLOCH REAL EXPERIENCE, REAL PEOPLE

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Haute Couture! Style!

Glamour! Fashion is all

about looking and feeling

good, designer labels and fantastic accessories with

little concern for price and practicality. So, it’s very inspiring when people

in the industry show that there is more to fashion

than striking a pose, fancy dresses and all the fluff.

Ocean Style showcases the finest in fashion, beauty, food, travel and entertainment from the Caribbean.

Every year Ocean Style puts together a celebrity weekend in Jamaica, sponsored by Appleton and Iberostar, to garner awareness for different charities and causes, as well as to raise funds to help.

This year the annual Ocean Style fashion show and golf invitational was held in Montego Bay. The event benefits the Barrett Town All Age School, which is for children who due to socio-economic or learning challenges, did not have the opportunity to attend secondary school. The funds raised at this year’s event will go directly to building a library for the students.

me, especially when it means helping children,” shares Phillip. “In the words of one of my favourite singers, Whitney Houston, ‘I believe the children are our future. Teach them well and let them lead the way’.”

Bloch has styled countless celebrities including Halle Berry, Sandra Bullock, Salma Hayek, Nicole Kidman, Drew Barrymore, Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith, just to name a few. His creative vision and visual concepts have been seen on the covers and pages of countless magazines. His unique insight into fashion has led him to be seen as a style ambassador, creating and presenting fashion concepts around the world.

Designer, stylist, actor, fashion expert may all be hats Phillip Bloch wears, but there is much more to him than red carpets, sequins and runways. He generously takes a lot of his time to give back.

Besides lending his face to the event, Bloch took time to meet with the young Jamaican designers and local models, giving them styling tips, pointers for the runway as well as answer any questions and concerns they had about presenting a captivating catwalk.

“Fashion is universal. The Jamaican designers were truly talented,” says Bloch.

“There were designs in Montego Bay I could see on the runways of New York, Paris or London.”

On top of his involvement with the Ocean Style showcase, Bloch is working on a new show with a charity focus;

“Giving back has always been important to me, especially when it means helping children”

For the second year in a row, Hollywood’s ‘Fashion Guru’ Phillip Bloch joined in to help the cause. “Giving back has always been important to

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“Cause Celeb with Phillip Bloch,” where he interviews celebrities and learns more about the charitable organizations they are associated with.

Fashion and celebrities may bring glamour, media attention and of course money to a charity, but charities in return throw a flattering, modest light onto fashion.

No matter what happens on the runways, there’s one thing that never goes out of style: giving back. Now that’s a reason to celebrate fashion!

If you have a passion for fashion and giving back you can learn more about Phillip Bloch at phillipbloch.com and catch his show Cause Celeb with Phillip Bloch at abcnews.com.

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1 slice each: lime, lemon, orange 1 sprig mint Dash simple syrup 2oz tequila Dash fresh lime juice Dash tabasco sauce .5oz Sprite Garnish: 1 wheel lemon, 1 wheel lime Muddle lime, lemon, orange and mint in tin until fruit is macerated. Add 1 cup of ice and top with simple syrup, tequila, lime juice, and tabasco sauce.

Shake and pour into 12oz Collins glass. Top with Sprite. Garnish with 1 lemon wheel and 1 lime wheel.

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GINGER JAM 1.5oz Uncle Val’s Botanical Gin .5 tbsp. strawberry jam 1oz Heering Cherry Liqueur 3oz ginger ale Garnish: strawberry Add 1 cup of ice to mixing tin, top with Uncle Val’s, strawberry jam, and Heering Cherry liqueur; shake vigorously until jam is well blended. Dump contents in 12oz rocks glass, top with ginger ale, garnish with strawberry slice.

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2 slices European cucumber 2 lime wedges .25oz simple syrup 5 sprigs fresh mint 2oz Uncle Val’s Botanical Gin 0.5oz St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur 1oz soda water Garnish: 2 mint sprigs, 1 cucumber wheel Muddle cucumber, lime, simple syrup, and mint in a tin until fruit is macerated. Add Uncle Val’s Gin, St. Germain, and 1 cup ice to tin and shake vigorously for 30 seconds.

Dump into a 12oz Collins glass and top with sprite and soda water.

Garnish with mint sprig, cucumber wheel, and lime wheel.

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1.5oz Ketel One Vodka .5oz Simple Syrup .5oz Mansinthe Absinthe .5oz fresh lime juice .5oz Canton Ginger liqueur 3 dashes angostura bitters Garnish: 1 orange twist Add all ingredients in tin over ice and shake until tin is frosty. Pour into martini glass and garnish with orange twist.

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The Seductive

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F. Kennedy’s assassination. This

hard to keep up with the everyday

role also marks the first time Bitsie

demands of your job. When you’re

has ever portrayed a real person.

a triple threat like Bitsie (Elizabeth)

Playing a role like this requires a lot

Tulloch, it is only that much harder.

of heavy homework. She researched

Not only does she act and produce,

everything she could about Maryland

but she is also this month’s featured

Sitzman, reading every interview

celebrity for REMARK.

and watching every video. Filming

You would think that someone as successful as Bitsie must have had her career planned out from a young age, right? Interestingly, Bitsie had no intentions whatsoever of becoming an actress, that is until she entered college. Bitsie, who when she was younger wanted be a civil engineer like her uncle, originally studied English, American literature,

Parkland must have been very daunting at times. The movie was shot just feet from where John F. Kennedy was killed back in 1963.

“It was very important to me to not only honour people like Marilyn and Abraham-normal people who were thrown into utter chaos, but also to honour everybody who was watching or hearing it unfold.”

visual arts, and environmental

Bitsie has also co-produced and

studies with the intention of going

starred in Caroline and Jackie,

to graduate school for art history.

which she says is something she

Her parents, who both come from

always wanted to experience.

different European backgrounds, had

However, she found acting in and

different expectations of what they

producing a movie at the same time

wanted their little girl to be. Bitsie’s

challenging: “I found I couldn’t

mom wanted her to go to MIT, while

both act and produce at the same

her dad was always supportive of

time, so when production actually

whatever she chose to do. Bitstie

started, co-producing had to take

reveals that her father “carries

a back seat to acting, and the main

around all my magazines in the trunk

producers took over. It was tricky

of his car to show anyone who will

the whole time, actually.” Though

listen.” While in college, she quickly

tricky at times, Bitsie is reading a

realized she had an interest in acting.

lot of scripts for independent films,

It all began for her when she was cast

and has every intention of pursuing

as the lead in Quarterlife at 25 years

producing further.

old. Bitsie describes that role as “a magical way to enter this industry

Her current role is in the TV series

and this world.”

Grimm, which is a “is a cop drama

Since then, Bitsie has really made

who she describes as “smart, sincere,

a name for herself in the industry,

and well-meaning.” She says she

starring in some of the most

can really relate to her. “I think

well-known and successful films

I’m pretty thoughtful like she is,

and television series out there. In

and similarly I tend to put my foot

Parkland(a movie dedicated to John

in my mouth; But I’m much more

F. Kennedy and his assassination),

impatient and stubborn than she is.

Bitsie plays Maryland Sitzman, the

I’m definitely nerdy and awkward

assistant to Abraham Zaprunder,

though.” She goes on to say “for

who unintentionally filmed John

some reason people always expect

with a twist.” Bitsie plays “Juliette”,

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BITSIE’S FAVOURITE THINGS TV Shows: Homeland, Hannibal, Game of Thrones, Grimm (obvi), and The Daily Show Food: Cheese. “I eat so much of it, that I’m convinced when I die if they do an autopsy I will have been at least 30% cheese.”

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me to be incredibly graceful and elegant, but I’m actually totally uncoordinated and always in my head-my legs are always covered in bruises from bumping into things.”

For a woman who continues to do so much in the film and television industry, there has to be one role that stands out for Bitsie. Not surprisingly, Bitsie names her role on Parkland.

“Parkland was a different experience from anything else I’ve shot not only because it was set in the 1960s and about one of the most controversial assassinations in history, but because I was playing someone who actually lived and breathed.” This talented actress has more than enough on her plate at the moment but is already working on some upcoming projects. She will be in Chicago to shoot Dead Heist, what she describes as an “indie heist thriller”, opposite Gil Bellows and Michael Eklund. “It’s a project by a cool young director named Brian Klemsrud and I can’t wait to work with him.

He wrote the script which is excellent.” Bitsie is truly remarkable at everything she does. We here at REMARK cannot wait to see what she has in store for us next!

Make Your REMARK: “Gratitude is the key to happiness. So is cheese”

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SAUCE 1 cup mayo 1/4 cup Sriracha sauce 1 cup Thai chilli sauce Mix all ingredients in a bowl.

SEAFOOD BREADING 1 cup flour 1/2 pack sazon seasoning 1 tbsp. seasoning salt 1 tbsp. garlic powder 1 tbsp. Italian seasoning Mix until well blended.

In a pot boil green onion, butter, bacon and water. Once water is boiling add grits and boil until grits are cooked through. Heat oil in fryer and place shrimp in butter milk and toss in seafood breading and fry for four minutes. Add cheese to grits and season with salt/pepper to taste.

Place grits in a bowl then top fried shrimp, drizzle with sauce, and garnish with chopped green onion (optional).

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PESTO PROSCIUTTO PASTA

PESTO PROSCIUTTO PASTA 6oz penne pasta 1/4 cup pesto sauce 1 tbsp. sliced prosciutto 1 tbsp. sliced red peppers ½ cup of spinach 1/4 cup marinated artichoke hearts 1 tbsp. sliced red onion To taste salt/pepper

1 tsp olive oil 1 slice ciabatta bread 2 grape tomatoes In a sauté pan turn heat to medium and add oil. Once the pan is hot add onion, peppers and prosciutto; sauté until onion and pepper are semi cooked, then add spinach. Once spinach is wilted add cooked pasta and pesto sauce; mix well. Plate and garnish with toasted ciabatta and grape tomatoes.

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BLISSFUL BATHROOMS

BLISSFUL BATHROOMS

BY EVELYN ESHUN/ PHOTO CREDIT: LARRY ARNAL PHOTOGRAPHY

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T

he bathroom is a private space where the personality of a homeowner can be expressed, especially in the master ensuite.

More importantly, the bathroom is the second most valuable renovation one can make after the kitchen. No matter what your budget is, whether you are starting from scratch or just making over, there are some basic elements in the design process which will give you a successful and pleasing result. Classic elements such as marble, white finishes, and polished hardware will always make for an attractive bathroom.

A light countertop with a simple straight edge will keep the look classic. Marble such as Carrara, Statuario and Calcutta are natural stone finishes, which are timeless.

If you like the durability and look of quartz stone, there are many options which have very little to no pattern, with colour choices to suit most applications.

Polished and shiny finishes will keep you wiping watermarks, however, they will also give you that sparkle and shine which is so pleasing in a well appointed bathroom.

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Consider the shape of the handles when you are making your plumbing fixture choices. It is easy to be wooed by the looks of an interesting shape, such as a box or a ball when you’re in a showroom, but think about when your hands and eyes are soapy and you need to reach for the water fast! Remember, a lever is the easiest to manage.

Lighting is critical to all spaces in the house, especially in the bathroom. If you have the luxury of a window or skylight, the experience you have in your space will be exponentially better. There are many options to create good light in the bathroom. I recently renovated a bathroom which had a tiny window in a very awkward spot. We added a 36” x 16” skylight to the space, as well as, pot lights and vanity lights, providing the client a variety of options to use the space.

Other luxurious items such as: a dock for music, a television within a mirror, a steam unit, and shower jets are becoming commonplace now for the discerning client who appreciates a good ‘bath’ as the Romans did in the past, and some cultures still value to this day. Bathing is a ritual which is performed by all in a variety of ways, whether very privately, shared with a partner, daily long shower sessions, or a quick shower.

We begin and end our day in the bathroom the more ergonomically sound and aesthetically pleasing it is, the happier our days and nights will be.

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CALM COLOUR SCHEME Use a set of colours with little contrast. A comfortable blend of warm creams, cool whites and sophisticated greys will give you a timeless look and spa feeling. Take cues from a classic marble like Statuario, used here in this bright and cheerful bathroom.

CABINET HARDWARE ADDS PERSONALITY Changing the cabinet hardware to suit your style and personality is easy with the variety of options available.

From Swarowski crystal, which can be elegant and feminine, to rustic metal which can be urban and masculine, there is something for everyone.

ACCESSORIES FOR FUNCTIONALITY You begin and end your day in the bathroom, make it a positive experience by creating a ‘counter-scape’ with items which you use daily presented in attractive containers and a pot of flowers. It truly does make a difference in your day when the environment around you is presented in a calm and attractive manner.

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STEVE LUND

CELEBRITY SPOTLIGHT

STEVE LUND TAKES A BITE OUT OF HIS LATEST ROLE

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STEVE LUND

For Canadian Steve Lund, being an

enjoyed working in Sci-Fi. The action and

actor wasn’t exactly on the top of his

fight sequences in Bitten were definitely a

bucket list. This Nova Scotian born and

highlight for me.”

raised actor is well established now, but originally Steve had dreams of becoming a hockey player. Unfortunately, his hockey playing dreams were crushed due to an injury. Deciding to put hockey behind him, Steve focused on his second love - acting.

Graduating from the acting program at Vancouver Film School, Steve got his big break playing Stewart on the web series Yukonic! He has since starred in several TV series including Haven, in addition to guest staring in CW’s Beauty and The Beast and Nikita, to name a few.

In his latest project, Steve has taken on the role of Nick Sorrentino in the highly

As for what interested Steve in this role in the first place? He says “so many things clicked for me, it was instant. It felt right.”

However, there are differences about Steve’s role as Nick Sorrentino compared to other roles he has played. He explains that “playing a werewolf brings with it a raw, unique intensity and a very palpable sexuality. I have never gotten to play somebody with those qualities, but boy did I ever enjoy it!”

For a new actor, every role is an opportunity to grow. However, Steve says this new role “was the chance to work with, observe and learn from

anticipated series Bitten.

some of the best this city has to offer.”

Geared toward the “superwoman”

As fans gather to watch the show, the

audience, “Bitten” is a series about a pack of werewolves living in a community of humans trying to hide their secret and protect Elena, the only

question for Steve will be “can viewers relate to your character in any way?”

He says, yes. “Viewers will certainly be able to relate to my character! Who

female werewolf in existence.

could hate Nick?” Lund asks. “For a

“Nick is a fun dude to play,” says

you see him forced into a situation that

Lund, “he has a sense of humour

many may feel he’s not ready for, but he

but accepts responsibility; great hair,

does so with an honour and acceptance

great style, but not afraid to get his

that viewers can empathize with.”

nose-or snout-dirty. He is ambitious but knows he doesn’t need to be the centre of attention”. Lund continues on to say “he is a socialite, but has an unwavering loyalty to his father and the rest of the pack.” This is Steve’s first series, and he says “I’m excited to grow with the character.”

Although he enjoys working on Sci-Fi, Lund says comedy is his favourite genre to work in. “The Sci-Fi genre is endless … obviously. It allows for imaginative people to have an outlet for their creativity to be received by the “likeminded”. He went on to say “I’ve really

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guy who’s not always taken so seriously,

With all that being said, what type of reaction does Steve hope viewers have from the show? He says “we really hope that people can identify with the packs struggle as though it were that of any other family. We all have drama, we all have issues and we all have to deal with them.”

It is that kind of attitude, combined with the fact that he, both as a person and as Nick Sorrentino, are so relatable, that will bring fans together to get a taste of Steve Lund as Nick Sorrentino in Bitten.

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HEAT THINGSUP

BY LAUREN “PANTS” PANTOLIANO

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health The first few months of the new year tend to leave me cold, not just temperature -wise, but also sexually.

I go through a dry spell from January to April most years, and typically it doesn’t bother me too much.

Hell, sometimes it’s a much needed break from the nonsense that often accompanies single-life sex.

Now I am shacked up in a serious relationship with a guy who loves to love my body, yet my sex drive is operating in slow motion. I recently decided that something has to be done so I’ve been doing some research into new toys, shows, and pop culture that will inspire and ignite the flame that is burning low these cold, dry months.

SEX SHOWS

North America is home to dozens of sex shows, taking place year round in most major metropolises with fun and frisky names such as Sexapalooza, Exxxotica and Frolicon. Ranging from mild to wild, these consumer and social conventions offer everything from demonstrations, workshops, to open play. Check your local convention centre listings or do an online search for sex shows to find the one that is closest to you. Prepare to block off a few nights to try out everything you walk away with. I hope to attend the next one coming through town, and if I do, I’ll be sure to report back with a full write up!

CONDOMS

Not too long ago my doctor’s motto when I stepped through his office door was “condoms, condoms, condoms”, and thankfully it worked. I’ve had a clean bill of health since first popping my cherry.

Although they’re not my favourite sexual accessory, I still use them. Condom technology is finally getting closer to making them work for us, rather than just getting in the way. Durex now has a condom called “Mutual Climax”, with ribs and dots on the outside to enhance pleasure, and a slightly numbing lubricant on the inside to help him maintain control and last a little longer. Japanese condom maker Sagami has developed the world’s thinnest condom, measuring 0.01 mm thick, and sells them online through their website and Amazon. Bill Gates (yes, the Microsoft guy), has given $1 million in grants to a slew of university researchers to develop condoms that maintain sexual safety while also allowing for immense pleasure. This is incredibly promising for the next generation of condom users.

TOYS

Yoga balls are great for improving posture and strengthening the core. Some people even use them in place of their desk chairs to encourage them to sit up straight. Well now you can get off while working those abs! The Magic Ball is a new product that is the shape and size of a yoga ball, and also has handles and a dildo or butt plug attached. A great way to multitask, though I suggest you save it for your home office. If you’re looking for something a little more discreet to store in your home, many companies now sell prepackaged sex toy kits. There is the Box of Grey for those looking to bring BDSM into the bedroom, or the Blush Box for those couples that want something a little more tame but still sexy. Filled with things like handcuffs, feather wands, blindfolds, oils and whips, these all-in-one kits come inside nondescript storage cases that won’t cause awkward questions if anyone stumbles across them. Then there is the Limon by Minna, a small lemon-shaped vibrator designed for solo or couple’s use. Aside from being absolutely adorable and easy to turn on, off and up, it has a record option that “remembers” the pattern you use, allowing you to duplicate all sorts of sensations and orgasms. This is perfect for those sexual partners who stumble upon the right combination of pressure and movement to bring on an orgasm from time to time, but struggle to duplicate it afterwards.

TV

Ah, my go to erotic encounter inducer. TV these days, especially the stuff on cable, just “gets” me.

Today’s TV offerings are downright sinful in all the right ways. From the brother-sister love on Game of Thrones and the TV miniseries version of V.C. Andrews’ Flowers in the Attic, to the scientific sex exhibited in Masters of Sex, and the bursting corsets and bulging muscles of Black Sails. A glass of wine and an hour or so of that kind of TV, and the icicles in my nether-region are damn near melted.

The greatest part about the items listed above is how well they complement each other. I can’t wait to visit Sexapalooza, place an order for my very own Limon, and then have handcuffed sex with my man while watching Black Sails and using a mutual climax condom! Ok, maybe that would be overkill, but I’ve got to admit I’m getting excited just thinking about it.

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POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION

Postpartum Depression

a woman’s life? There are a number of reasons. First, those dreaded hormones! Everything is out of whack and the brain needs some time to adjust to all of these changes to the body and the new responsibilities that come with a newborn. Increased stress levels can trigger depression for women who already had depression, suffered from severe PMS, or were at risk of suffering from depression before they conceived. Older maternal age and a traumatic birthing experience are also noted as risk factors for the

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development of PPD.

In the past, there was a lot of stigma associated with Postpartum Depression, (which will also be referred to as PPD) and a great

Having a solid support system and healthy relationships are key to

deal of misunderstanding about the symptoms, treatment and

lowering the risk of PPD for women. All of the new responsibilities

risks. Research in recent years, has shed some light on Postpartum

of parenting a newborn, and rapid changes to a woman’s body are

Depression and what women can do to help themselves get back to

enough to make her feel unlike herself. Difficult relationships with

their old loving, happy and energetic selves.

a spouse, parents or in-laws can often be enough to push a mom to the point of depression after birth. This is why, if one can, it is best

One misconception about PPD is that the experience is the same for every woman. There are actually three different types of this depression. The first, and most minor form is called the Baby

“

Blues. Many women notice feeling weepy, irritable, unable to sleep and a general feeling of vulnerability between one and three days after delivery. The good news is, the Baby Blues only last a few weeks and will go away with some excellent support from friends

and family, and when hormones come back to more normal levels.

It is estimated that between 50% and 80% of women experience the Baby Blues after at least one of their deliveries.

The second type of depression is called, Postpartum Depression

The most important thing to remember is that you are not alone and it is not your fault

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and it is more severe than the Baby Blues. Between delivery and six months post birth, women report headaches, chest pain, numbness and even hyperventilation. Moms with this form of PPD are often tearful and feel inadequate about their abilities as

to foster these healthy relationships before the baby arrives.

a mother and partner. They can experience ambivalence toward

The most important thing to remember is that you are not alone

their newborn baby and even feel negative and disinterested in

and it is not your fault. New moms are encouraged to seek help

their new little one. Because of this, bonding with the babe suffers,

around the house, or talk about these experiences after delivery.

which leads to moms feeling guilty, anxious, angry and tired.

For some women, therapy and medications are a tremendous help and one should never feel guilty about taking some time to take

Although it is estimated to affect between 3% and 20% of

care of themselves. Some moms find it helpful to focus on the short

moms after delivery, it seems to be under reported because of

term, and find small things to look forward to and be grateful for.

fears, such as the removal of the child from the mother’s care.

Others seek support in their community with other new moms,

Postpartum Depression can last several months to a year if

and trying to set aside some stress free time with partners. Doing

ignored. The last and most rare case of PPD is referred to as

these little things can show great results.

Postpartum Psychosis and it affects about 1 in 1000 moms.

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In addition to the symptoms discussed previously, women can

When there is a solid support system, great connections to the

experience extreme confusion, agitation, hopelessness, rapid

community, and there still seems to be some daunting symptoms

speech, mania and hallucinations. Why would these things

of PPD, seek help from a professional. In the long run, moms will

occur after one of the happiest and most important events in

be happy they did.

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Q&A HEALTH, DIET AND EXERCISE

A HEALTHY NEW YOU:

YOUR QUESTIONS AND OUR ANSWERS ABOUT HEALTH, DIET AND EXERCISE

BY MARIO RIGBY

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What’s the first thing you do in the morning? Slowly rise out of

or shed a few pounds, you should eat within 45 minutes to an

bed, eat breakfast, clean up, get dressed and head to work or

hour after your workout.

school? If you want to know why it’s important to add a workout to your morning routine, keep reading. We’ll also answer some of the most common questions relating to health, diet and exercise.

WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO WORKOUT AND WHAT KINDS OF WORKOUTS ARE MOST EFFECTIVE? The best time to start your workout is in the morning. By

HOW SHOULD I BE EATING MY MEALS THROUGHOUT MY DAY? Your meals should be scaled down throughout the day. For instance, breakfast should be your largest meal and dinner should be your smallest meal. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, though most people skip it. Resist the urge to hit the snooze button and make the effort to have a proper breakfast.

working out in the morning, your body continues to burn calories throughout the day. For ultimate results, add on another workout

Most of your energy is spent throughout the day, so if you eat a

routine at the end of the day.

large meal before bedtime (when you’re using the least amount of energy), you end up storing all those excess calories. Since your

Begin your morning workout with a 15­-20 minute run on the

body uses very little energy during sleep, most of those calories

treadmill. This gets your blood flowing and your body warmed

will turn into fat.

up. If you can’t stand running, hop on the elliptical or stationary bike. After your cardio, spend 30-­45 minutes doing weight

WHAT FOODS CAN HELP LOSE FAT?

bearing exercises. It doesn’t matter whether you’re using weights

Raw vegetables and fruits help can help facilitate weight loss.

or your own body weight, as long as your muscles are challenged

By eating an apple that has 85 calories, your body burns 95

with some resistance.

calories to digest that apple. Subsequently, you’ve burnt 10 calories every time you eat an apple. The more raw fruits and

The benefit of lifting heavy weights is that you’re increasing your

vegetables you eat, the better you can maintain your ideal

metabolism, meaning that the calories you put into your body are

weight. Your body burns 16% more calories in meals that

transferred into useful energy more efficiently. This enables your

consist of mostly raw fruits and vegetables. Stay away from

muscles to repair themselves while you rest (this requires energy),

processed foods like sugar, biscuits and cakes.

so you are actually burning fat when you’re asleep or napping.

Make sure you target major muscles groups like your thighs, upper

When it comes to fat, the type of fat that matters in addition

and lower back, arms, chest and your core.

to how much you consume. Reducing your intake to trans fats

WHAT SHOULD I EAT BEFORE AND AFTER MY MORNING WORKOUT? Have bowl of oatmeal after your workout session in the morning.

reduces the risk of several chronic diseases, while other types of fats like omega 3, fish oils and olive oil are absolutely essential to your health.

You can add water and protein powder or even skim milk with a

HOW MUCH SLEEP SHOULD I BE GETTING?

bit of cinnamon. Oatmeal is loaded with fiber that prevents your

The amount of sleep you get should be huge concern. Health

body from storing fat. The fiber in oatmeal decreases your appetite,

problems including heart disease, strokes, diabetes, obesity and

helping you to stave off cravings throughout the day and help

depression can occur from lack of sleep. If sleeplessness becomes

control your weight. Adding protein powder will help you gain

chronic, the consequences become more severe. Chronic loss of

muscle.

sleep over a period of time will seriously diminish your ability to perform both at home and on the job.

For your pre workout meals, make sure you consume complex carbohydrates. This will help you workout longer and more

There are many different causes of chronic sleep deprivation- jet lag,

intensely, ultimately helping you lose weight much faster. Whole

shift work, chronic insomnia, a sleep disorder or simply trying to

grains, legumes and starchy vegetables are healthy sources of

put in extra hours at the office. We’ve all experienced the exhaustion

complex carbohydrates.

caused by lack of sleep at some point. While it varies from person to person, the average adult needs eight hours of sleep per night.

If you’re working out in the afternoon or evening, the key components to a post workout meal are both carbohydrates

Spend at least three days waking up naturally. If you are busy

and proteins. If your main goal is to build muscle, eat at least

at work you can attempt the two days on the weekend. Take the

30 grams of protein and 30 to 35 grams of carbs within 15

average amount of sleep from your three days of natural rising and

minutes of your workout. If you’re just trying to stay in shape

that should be your ideal sleep duration.

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PERSONAL IMAGE

THE IMPORTANCE OF PERSONAL IMAGE BY: MARY CENTORAME PERSONAL IMAGE CONSULTANT AND OWNER OF DASH PERSONAL IMAGE CONSULTING

Like it or not, the human brain is hardwired to assess another person within the first 30 seconds of meeting them. Once that first impression is formed our opinion is rarely changed, leaving us little or no second chance to make a new first impression. Studies have affirmed just how important first impressions are and how your personal image or how others perceive you can have detrimental effects on your personal and professional life.

Why are our brains hardwired this way? It has a lot to do with the fact that our ancient ancestors survival depended on it. Since they had no common language to rely on, within a blink of an eye they would have to determine whether the stranger approaching them posed a threat. That skill still remains with us today, often affecting our present lives. We use it to make judgments on how we

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perceive someone based on their value to us and to our own social world. A negative assessment of how we are noticed could result in life altering consequences ranging from the ability to attract the right mate to having damaging effects on career opportunities or business success.

There are three key factors that will determine your “personal image.�

YOUR APPEARANCE: The visual impact you portray based on your appearance is what you will be judged by first. Although not a lot can be done about the physical attributes you were born with, you can make a tremendous impact and greatly improve how you are perceived. This can be done effectively through maintaining good personal hygiene, keeping hair and nails well groomed, knowing new makeup trends and choosing what compliments your best features. In fact, a little makeup has been proven to go a long way in determining how you are perceived. A new study funded by Procter and Gamble found that people judged women with makeup as being more attractive, competent and trustworthy than their bare faced peers. Additionally, the careful selection of clothing and hairstyles that best suit your features or body type, keeping your clothes current, tailored and well maintained are also highly influential factors on how others perceive you.

BEHAVIOUR: Your behaviour and how you treat others will determine how others perceive you. Having basic etiquette skills and demonstrating consideration towards others by being courteous and polite are important factors. Knowing how to converse with confidence and ease, maintaining good eye contact and proper handshaking techniques will exude confidence and professionalism to those in your personal and social life.

COMMUNICATION: Lacking communication skills will often sabotage your success in business as well as your personal life.

Common traits such as mumbling, avoiding eye contact, nervous, incomplete or distracting mannerisms as well as de-energized speech can be deal breakers both in the board room and on that special date. Further, sarcastic, degrading or malicious comments, use of slang and offensive language can be very damaging to your personal image.

As much as you may think that who you are and what you do is enough, your success does have a lot to do with what others think about you and the image you portray. This is why it is so important to be honest with yourself when you try to determine if you are truly sending out the right message on how you want to be noticed, whether it be at that job interview, a blind date or social function. The choices you make on how you look, how you behave and what you say will determine how others perceive you whether you like it or not.

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FITNESS TRENDS

FITNESS TRENDS THAT WILL KEEP YOUR ATTENTION

BY MARK MOON

As we get ready to move into spring, getting fit is high on a lot of peoples list. There is never a shortage of new fitness trends to have a crack at.

However, how many of these new trends have the legs to support their claims and what results will they really deliver?

The health and fitness industry is at a very exciting turning point. The general public has access to more information than ever before, education is at an all-time high and we expect more from the workouts we choose to include on our weekly schedule. Gone are the days of the bash, thrash and crash style workout, and in comes a more holistic approach to fitness and wellness. This new approach focuses on the bigger picture of weight loss and lifestyle, incorporating all elements of resistance training, cardio and body restoration.

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SMALL GROUP TRAINING STUDIOS With the rise in

popularity of workouts such as CrossFit and studio workouts such as TRX and Kettle Bell, we will see an increase in studios popping up all over the place that specialize in only small group training. This will make for an extremely competitive marketplace.

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RESISTANCE TRAINING FOR

WOMEN Traditionally, resistance training is a scary word for a lot of females. The fear was they would look like a female body builder if they picked up a weight, therefore optioning for more cardio based exercise. Thankfully, I have seen a big shift in this mindset which I think will only grow more over the next few years, as women

we have all heard about HIIT and

are realising the importance of

how effective it is for saving time

resistance training to not only

and delivering massive results.

reduce body fat and get that

HIRT uses the same principles as

tight and toned look, but also to

HIIT, however resistance is used for

increase their overall confidence

most of the exercises. This is a great

that strength training can bring.

and females to whip into amazing shape, increase lean muscle, decrease body fat and improve overall strength, bone density and posture.

MEDITATION/RESTORATION Yoga is already a popular practice for many fitness enthusiasts, however as we learn more about the effects of stress on hormone levels and how that relates to

BODY WEIGHT CIRCUITS As

both weight gain and weight loss,

we get busier and find it harder

I think more and more people will

to get to the gym or afford gym

participate in regular meditation

memberships, body weight circuits

and recovery sessions to decrease

will become more popular. There is

stress, deal with anxiety,

an endless supply of exercises you can

depression and to help calm down

do with just your own body weight.

our mind and body.

When done correctly you can really

“

expenses by five times what you

RESISTANCE TRAINING) I’m sure

training platform for both male

There is never a shortage of new fitness trends to have a crack at.

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crank out a very effective workout.

Bodyweight circuits are perfect for those who travel a lot for work or have odd work schedules.

SMALL GROUP AND PARTNER

WORKOUT DOWNLOADS Home workout DVDs are still as popular as ever, however I believe there will be an increase in these workouts being available for download

PERSONAL TRAINING As budgets

to watch on your portable

get tighter and personal trainer fees

device. Online gyms with

increase, so too will the popularity

access to streaming workouts

of small group and partner PT.

will be the next big thing.

This is an extremely smart way to decrease costs while maintaining your time with a PT to get the motivation and guidance you need.

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THE SOUTHERN PO’ BOY COOKBOOK

COOKBOOK REVIEW

THE SOUTHERN PO’ BOY COOKBOOK: MOUTHWATERING SANDWICH RECIPES FROM THE HEART OF NEW ORLEANS

BY TODD-MICHAEL ST. PIERRE

BY EMILY KLINE

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This delicious, full-colour cook book brings old favorites and new flavours to life with a variety of po’boys from traditional New Orleans. It includes offerings of the author’s own creations including Blackened Shrimp, Cuban-Style Pork and Pecan-Crusted Trout po’boys.

These classic sandwiches combine light and flaky French bread with rich and hearty fillings for a lunch treat loved throughout the south. Recently, these sandwiches experienced a surge in popularity as chefs began to experiment with different flavours and toppings. Now, using The Southern Po’ Boy Cookbook as their guideline, home cooks everywhere can create the delicious, traditional versions, or try their hand at the bold new variations. Either way, you can bring a bit of the good old South to your kitchen table!

THE TREMÉ (FRIED CATFISH PO’ BOY) Serves 4

½ cup buttermilk 1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper ¼ cup yellow cornmeal ¼ cup flour 2 teaspoons Cajun or Creole seasoning ¼ teaspoon minced fresh garlic 3 tablespoons canola oil, divided 4 (6-ounce) catfish fillets

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4 (6-inch) French rolls, split ½ bottle Louisiana-style tartar sauce 2 cups shredded lettuce 1 large Creole or beefsteak tomato, sliced Whisk together the buttermilk, Tabasco, salt, and cayenne in a medium bowl. In a large shallow dish, stir together the cornmeal, flour, Cajun or Creole seasoning, and garlic.

In a large skillet over medium heat, heat half of the oil. Dip two catfish fillets into the buttermilk mixture, and dredge in the cornmeal and flour mixture, tapping off the excess. Fry the fillets until golden brown, turning once, about 6 minutes.

Heat the remaining oil, and repeat the procedure for coating and cooking the other 2 fillets.

Spread tartar sauce on both sides of the rolls. Layer on lettuce and tomato slices on each roll, and top with a catfish fillet.

Serve immediately.

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NATURAL SKINCARE

BY CAIT MIZZI

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The fixation that exists over

As knowledge of these

Many people have turned to

Try making your own safe and

obtaining gorgeous skin is

ingredients spreads, consumers

making their own skin care

inexpensive facial toner:

not as vain as one may think.

expect the industry to

products at home. As long

Healthy skin is a sign of vitality

implement new standards thus

as you buy good organic

and health after all. Our skin

causing companies to move

ingredients, you are ensuring a

often pays the price for all

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of the stresses we face day

re-brand. Many have begun

for yourself. That being said,

to day; poor diet, air quality,

the process of reformulation, in

an incredible amount of science

lack of sleep, work, and life.

order to eliminate some or all

goes into the formulations

In fact, many brand name

of the nasty components. Sadly,

that you buy in store, and

products that some of us spend

there are many companies who

some products are clean

hundreds of dollars on each

have decided to only re-label

and effective. Body scrubs,

year, may contain very harmful

and market their products

cleansers, and body oils or

ingredients. These ingredients

as “botanical” or “natural”,

creams are perfect for making

are absorbed upon application,

which is an illusion that we

at home. More complicated

and can cause more harm on

easily get caught up in. The

cosmetic formulas, like

a cellular level than any of the

term “botanical” refers to the

brightening serums and anti-

indicated topical benefits. These

product being plant based.

aging creams should be left

ingredients include phthalates,

Most companies only add one

to the experts. New advances

parabens, ureas, sulphates and

or two botanical ingredients to

in real botanical science are

petro chemicals, just to name

a formula otherwise composed

being made every day, and the

a few. Some of these chemicals

of synthetic parts. This does

companies that specialize in

are carcinogens and hormone

not ensure pesticide-free

creating these products have

disrupters, none of which, are

farming of these plants. You

the money and resources to

good for you or your skin.

may still be exposing yourself

access ingredients that we

to chemicals with potential

cannot find in local stores.

long-term health impacts.

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Do not microwave! Once all of the honey is dissolved, add the apple cider vinegar and peppermint essential oil (you can substitute peppermint for any essential oil that you enjoy). Mix well, bottle, and tone away!

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IT’S EASY BEING GREEN

BY CHRIS FAULKNER, CEO BREITLING ENERGY CORPORATION

As Earth Day approaches, we are reminded of our personal responsibility to help take care of our planet. Some have been at it for years, but for many, it can seem like an extremely daunting task – but it doesn’t have to be!

Consider the following tips for going green and hopefully you can see how easy it is being green: BE A GREEN RESIDENT TURN OFF LIGHTS WHEN YOU LEAVE THE ROOM—and don’t turn them on until it’s truly necessary SWITCH LIGHT BULBS TO CFLS (COMPACT FLUORESCENT LIGHT BULBS) SWITCH APPLIANCES TO ENERGY SAVER MODELS— look for the Energy Star label TURN OFF YOUR COMPUTER AND OTHER ELECTRONIC ENTERTAINMENT AT NIGHT—let those

safety but also for gas efficiency COMBINE ALL YOUR ERRANDS INTO ONE TRIP INSTEAD OF SEVERAL—you’ll save time and money too!

CARPOOL—share the driving with a co-worker or friend who works nearby TELECOMMUTE—more and more employers allow people to work from home; find out if you can too DON’T LET YOUR CAR IDLE—if you think you’ll be parked

overheated gizmos get some rest while you get yours

more than a minute, turn it off

FIX YOUR LEAKY FAUCETS—they are not only annoying,

CHECK YOUR TIRE PRESSURE—underinflated tires create

they are wasting a lot of water

more rolling resistance and waste gas

USE CURTAINS WISELY—leave them open during the day to

CLEAN OUT YOUR VEHICLE—every 250 pounds of extra

allow warm sunlight in, and close them at night to insulate

stuff eats up an extra mile per gallon of gas

MAINTAIN YOUR FURNACE—according to ACEEE, you can

BE A GREEN SHOPPER

save between 3% and 10% on heating bills

STOP USING DISPOSABLE BAGS—you’d be surprised how

BE A GREEN CONSUMER

you head out the door

PAY YOUR BILLS ONLINe—it’s so much easier and faster that

second-nature it becomes to grab your reusable shopping bags as

you’ll kick yourself for not switching sooner

SHOP AT YOUR LOCAL FARMER’S MARKET—you’ll

RECYCLE—take advantage of curbside recycling programs and

by transporting grocery store produce long distances

recycling centers

support your local economy while cutting down on pollution caused

SHOP AT VINTAGE CLOTHING AND THRIFT STORES

BUY A STYLISH REUSABLE WATER BOTTLE—you’ll keep

(AND DONATE YOUR UNWANTED ITEMS TOO)—you can

thousands of plastic bottles out of landfills while enjoying your

recycle more than just glass, plastic and paper by recycling your

water on ice, flavored or any way you like it

clothing and household items

KEEP ELECTRONICS OUT OF THE TRASH—most

CHECK OUT THE USED ITEMS ONLINE—before you buy it

electronics and batteries contain harmful toxins, so don’t throw

new, see if you can buy it used

them in your trash; learn how and where to properly dispose by contacting your local waste disposal company

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DON’T JUDGE ME BY MY THERAPIST

DON’T JUDGE ME

BY MY THERAPIST

BY SHADI BAS

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A

s a huge believer in therapy (psychological

any triggers of psychological disorders, but

or otherwise) I like to think that it is helpful

because our mental well-being is just as, if not

to everyone. I consider it to be an extremely

perhaps more, important than our physical well

effective tool when dealing with mental and

being. Psychotherapy can teach us to deal

emotional distress. I began therapy at a time in

with our thoughts. It equips us with the tools

my life during which I would often find myself

we need to understand exactly what we do

overwhelmed with negative thoughts and

and do not have control over, the ability

emotions. I would undergo spontaneous bursts of

to separate the two, and the confidence to

sadness, which would often bring me to tears for

make peace with both. Therapy teaches us

reasons I could not explain. I finally decided to

that by learning to control our minds, our

give therapy a try and have developed quite an

way of thinking; we then gain control over our

addiction since my first session.

emotions and thus, our behaviour.

I go to therapy regularly now and if ever too much

However such progress involves a certain level

time passes between my sessions I find myself

of honesty and self-awareness. This is the aspect

missing it. I have never felt the need to hide the

of therapy that I believe scares most people. The

fact that I go to therapy; on the contrary I am

idea of opening themselves up so purely and

quite proud of it.

honestly to dissect and discuss their most

Which after various

encounters, I have realized people find hard

intimate, darkest, and vulnerable moments

to believe. On more than one occasion if

is something that people often avoid.

I was asked to provide a reason why I was

Feelings, which they have worked a lifetime

unable to attend a social event, I have answered

to bury, and memories they have repressed,

honestly and stated that I had a therapy

will begin to surface. It will be overwhelming

appointment. Most people were shocked, unable

and extremely real.

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to believe I had just shared such a personal bit of information with them.

Of course the burial and repression of such emotions and memories is usually a defence

It dawned on me that people tend to have a

mechanism, because individuals are afraid of

negative association with therapy and they

judgment by society, failure to gain acceptance

usually avoid the topic. It is unfortunate that

by their peers and family, but most importantly

contemporary society has made such strides in

failure to accept themselves for who they truly are.

accepting various social behaviours & lifestyles, none of which include going to therapy.

The question then arises, are we so afraid of our

While therapy may have traditionally begun as

core selves that we are willing to sacrifice our

treatment for psychological disorders, it has

mental and emotional well-being rather than

since then developed into a treatment for many

expose who we truly are? Is acceptance by society,

forms of stress. Let’s face it; given the reality

and maintaining a “normal” image so important

of the world we live in, we all have stress. It is

that we make it our central goal in life?

almost impossible to not be stressed by at least one aspect of our daily lives. Stress of course,

Furthermore why have we accepted this

is a threat not only to our mental, but also our

unfortunate view that, seeking therapy is socially

physical well-being. As such, it is vital that we

unacceptable? Why have we allowed society

find a healthy way to handle and deal with all

to associate therapy with mental illness and

the stress in our lives.

behavioural disorders by default?

Think of psychotherapy as a mental check up.

Regardless of why one seeks

As we do with a physical check up, I believe

psychotherapy, it goes without saying

that most people should go for a therapy

that therapy is a science capable of

session a minimum of two times a year. Not

teaching individuals to love themselves,

because they may be "crazy", or to prevent

thus allowing them to be truly free.

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