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My day started badly. I had an email with some really negative feedback on the first stage of a big project I’m working on. My first instinct was to go back to bed and pull the covers over my head. But that wasn’t an option with a conference call starting in 10 minutes and a whole pile of work to motor through by 5pm.

After reading about this colour/clothing study on the Psychology Today website I’m beginning to question the wisdom of thoughtless dressing. A little care may be in order occasionally, especially when deciding what to wear because according to a recent French study women who wear red get noticed more often.

I love reading www.weightymatters.ca. Written by Canadian nutrition watchdog, family doctor and founder of Ottawa’s Bariatric Medical Institute, Dr. Yoni Freedhoff, the good doctor always makes me think and causes me to challenge my assumptions.

This saucy, aromatic eggplant and pork dish comes together in just 20 minutes! Get the Eggplant and pork stir-fry recipe.

You'll love this quick and easy, gluten-free dinner salad. Get the Sesame ginger steak and noodle salad recipe.

Watch this step-by-step demonstration of this sweet and savoury twist on a family classic. Get the Chicken, mango and brie quesadilla recipe.

Packaged gnocchi is a great way to save time. Just add creamy cheese and peppery greens! Get the Gnocchi with arugula and cambozola recipe.

I know couples are supposed to have different interests but what happens when your interest becomes his as well? In my case, I introduced my boyfriend to yoga and now he can’t get enough. It’s yoga talk all the time (which I actually don’t mind.)

Cooked with garlic, ginger, chilies and oyster sauce, the aromatic flavours meld together into one delicious vegetarian dish!