Community
When Kristen finds something that works, she loves to spread the word. Here are health, beauty and environmentalist resources that make up Kristen’s network and community – each with a description of what makes them special and why she recommends them.
THE AYURVEDIC INSTITUTEA truly inspirational school and detox clinic run by Dr. Vasant Lad. I also buy my herb-infused ghees off this website. |
GREEN ZEBRA KITCHENA vegan, macrobiotic meal service for busy professionals. While I advocate meals made daily and fresh, in a pinch this is an excellent substitute. |
CLEAR MEDICINEToronto-based health center founded by Dr. Natasha Turner. Turner authored best-seller “The Hormone Diet”, and is a renouned naturopath who specializes in women’s hormones. |
ZEN TAI WELLNESS CENTREThis clinic is run by husband and wife duo Dr. Makoto Trotter and Dr. Aileen Lim-Trotter. Lim-Trotter focuses her practice on healing skin issues through naturopathy and TCM. |
DR QUANFU ZHOUA Traditional Chinese Medicine doctor with more than 30 years of experience. I personally owe him thanks for helping me with my sleeping problems. |
KERALA AYURVEDA ACADEMYThe largest Ayurvedic Educational Organization in North America, with schools throughout the US. |
DAILY APPLEA fresh food company which focuses on producing snacks and meals from local and organic ingredients. |
KULA YOGAA chain of yoga studios with locations in Toronto, Oakville and Burlington. I love how they offer both hot and regular yoga classes to give each dosha its balance. |
FOOD INC. – TAKE PARTThis site is the counterpart to the famed documentary which unveils the underbelly to the food industry today. As always, I think its important to not only be aware of issues, but visit sites like these to learn how to take part and contribute to change. Making informed buying decisions takes a stand as well as allows us to purchase healthier, cleaner food. |
Skin DeepThe Environmental Working Group’s cosmetic database. An extensive resource to check ingredients on. |
Pure + SimpleA natural and organic skincare company with its own chain of holistic spas. I apologize for the shameless self-promotion. |
David Suzuki FoundationAn organization founded by no-nonsense Canadian eco icon, David Suzuki, to increases awareness and help us understand how we can implement our own changes for a more sustainable future. |
Wiser EarthA site which connects green groups and communities to strengthen, collaborate and enable change. |
OFFICIAL SITE OF PAUL HAWKENEnvironment activist, author, green entrepreneur and my idol, Paul Hawken writes and teaches about the crucial relationship between business and the environment. |