Articles written by Robert Oakes

The much anticipated Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince opens to audiences this July with a continuation of the battles and trials for the Hogwart's wizards.

Jul 15, 2009 - Robert Oakes

Aging is a fact of life, although people do not have to accept loss of vitality as part of that process. With a few herbs, youthful vigour can be maintained.

Jul 7, 2009 - Robert Oakes

Water retention can cause significant weight gain and discomfort. Affecting both women and men, water retention can be reversed with some herbs and healthy foods.

Jun 27, 2009 - Robert Oakes

Steven Soderbergh's latest film immerses the viewer in a world where intimacy can be rented and everyone is only trying to fulfill their own needs.

Jun 26, 2009 - Robert Oakes

Diabetes is an epidemic in western culture, and left unchecked can lead to serious health conditions. Help can be found with some herbs that control blood sugar.

Jun 25, 2009 - Robert Oakes

Vancouver Island is a beautiful land filled with spectacular natural scenery, fresh food, and festivals. The bonus is that it can be experienced in short trips.

May 26, 2009 - Robert Oakes

Film has the ability touch the hearts and minds of viewers, and if used responsibly it can carry the message of awareness and change to a global audience.

May 13, 2009 - Robert Oakes

The shamanic path entails a number of tests as part of the training. The most profound challenge on this journey is that of the shamanic death.

May 6, 2009 - Robert Oakes

Two Lovers delves into the nature of love and obsessing over what is unattainable.

Mar 31, 2009 - Robert Oakes

Hangovers can be mind numbing to deal with. There are simple ways though to get the body back in peak condition after overindulging in alcohol.

Mar 29, 2009 - Robert Oakes

Gout is a painful arthritic condition that most commonly affects the feet, and can severely limit mobility. Changes in diet and a few supplements can provide relief.

Mar 23, 2009 - Robert Oakes

Whole Life insurance is a very lucrative industry. Unfortunately it has got rich by offering a product that does not always benefit the buyer.

Mar 20, 2009 - Robert Oakes

Eyes are the most vulnerable of the senses. Eye stress and strain are easy to reverse in only a few minutes each day.

Mar 7, 2009 - Robert Oakes

It is a common theme in movies that when facing a terminal illness, people will fulfill their life list. In reality this should be done while the person is still healthy.

Mar 4, 2009 - Robert Oakes

Once the totem has been identified and understood, it is time to learn how to interact directly with the animal spirit.

Mar 2, 2009 - Robert Oakes

Totems animal spirits are an invaluable ally not only when dealing with spirit realms, but also when trying to understand life lessons.

Mar 2, 2009 - Robert Oakes

Totems form an integral part of most pagan and shamanic paths. Learning how to recognize these different types of animal spirits is highly beneficial.

Mar 2, 2009 - Robert Oakes

One Week is an independent Canadian film that delivers big insights in to living, loving, and leaving.

Feb 27, 2009 - Robert Oakes

Morels are one of the great culinary treasures in the forest. Knowing what to look for greatly increases the chances of finding this prized mushroom.

Feb 24, 2009 - Robert Oakes

Tibet has a rich spiritual and cultural tradition. Documentaries and dramas can be a useful way of understanding Tibetan history as well as their current plight.

Feb 23, 2009 - Robert Oakes

As spring arrives, people seek out the sun. Skin cancer is a major concern for sun worshipers. Unfortunately, the biggest danger could be the type of sunscreen used

Feb 21, 2009 - Robert Oakes

Although most people enjoy sunbathing, it does have serious consequences of sun damaged skin and skin cancer. There are some simple ways of reversing these effects.

Feb 21, 2009 - Robert Oakes

Western culture is embracing Buddhism; but knowing how to begin can be confusing. These are a few references and resources to start following Buddha's path.

Feb 18, 2009 - Robert Oakes

Certain movies inspire us to travel. It is not always the beauty or magic of a place either; some films just create wander lust and a sense of exploration.

Feb 17, 2009 - Robert Oakes

Spring is the perfect time to try out that new camera that was under the Christmas tree. Nature is the perfect subject matter.

Feb 16, 2009 - Robert Oakes

Resort holidays can be a nice break, but they get boring. Real adventure waits just outside of the hotel's gates. Explore and make exciting memories to take home.

Feb 15, 2009 - Robert Oakes

Mayan temples are awe inspiring to visit, but knowing which ones to concentrate on can be confusing.

Feb 15, 2009 - Robert Oakes

Fibromyalgia can seem like an overwhelming condition to deal with. Proper understanding is the first step in taking control of this condition.

Feb 14, 2009 - Robert Oakes

Diagnosing fibromyalgia can be challenging as it affects so many areas of the body and has transient symptoms. Knowing what to look for is the biggest key in diagnosis.

Feb 14, 2009 - Robert Oakes

This section gives practical steps for controlling and curing fibromyalgia and the related conditions of myofascial pain syndrome (MPS) and chronic fatigue (CFIDS).

Feb 14, 2009 - Robert Oakes

The Easter Bunny handing out eggs has its roots in pagan mythology. The calendar, the rabbit, and the eggs are all tied to Celtic mythology.

Feb 11, 2009 - Robert Oakes

It is normal to gain weight over winter, and as the snow melts away so should those extra pounds. Spring is the perfect time to get in shape.

Feb 11, 2009 - Robert Oakes

Writhing balls of mating snakes announce spring in Manitoba.

Feb 10, 2009 - Robert Oakes

Often called Friendly Manitoba, this province offers the traveler everything from festivals and outdoor adventure to culture and shopping.

Feb 10, 2009 - Robert Oakes

Movies are a good bridge to put Buddhist teachings into real life situations.

Feb 9, 2009 - Robert Oakes

Most women will recognize this unpleasant fungus as the cause of vaginal yeast infections, but Candida albicans can also cause systemic problems.

Feb 8, 2009 - Robert Oakes

Proper thyroid function is essential to good health. A simple test can determine if it is functioning properly.

Feb 8, 2009 - Robert Oakes

When underactive, the thyroid can cause wide ranging health issues from weight gain to compromised immune function and mental health issues.

Feb 8, 2009 - Robert Oakes

Hypoglycemia causes fatigue and concentration problems and if left untreated can lead to severe medical problems.

Feb 8, 2009 - Robert Oakes

Crafting a rawhide rattle can be very rewarding, and aside from the effort required to stitch them up, is a fairly simple in production.

Feb 8, 2009 - Robert Oakes

A good hand drum starts with making a quality drum rim. One of the strongest methods is to bend wood into a circle.

Feb 8, 2009 - Robert Oakes

The type of hide used influences the drum or rattles both acoustically and energetically.

Feb 8, 2009 - Robert Oakes

There are few plants that rival the Taro plant for being a food source that is so strongly linked with the spirituality of a people.

Feb 6, 2009 - Robert Oakes

It is hard to find a more descriptive term than "irritable bowel syndrome". With holistic treatment, the bowels can be happy again.

Feb 4, 2009 - Robert Oakes

Carpal tunnel can be painful, but it is easily treated with non-invasive therapies.

Feb 4, 2009 - Robert Oakes

Although it can cause severe problems, low blood pressure is rarely treated in western medicine. Luckily it can be treated easily and inexpensively with licorice root.

Feb 4, 2009 - Robert Oakes

Travel can be exciting, but it can also burn a whole in the pocketbook. There are options to make travel free or cut the costs dramatically.

Feb 3, 2009 - Robert Oakes

Raynaud's syndrome is a process where the body overreacts to being cold. This response leads to icy fingers and toes.

Feb 2, 2009 - Robert Oakes

As far as deer are concerned, a garden is an all you can eat buffet. There are ways though to deal with this without reaching for the stew pot.

Feb 2, 2009 - Robert Oakes

Remember chia pets? Little did everyone realize that those chia seeds would be the next super food. Chia seeds are a great source of fibre, omega-3, and anti-oxidants.

Feb 1, 2009 - Robert Oakes