Karen Sheviak
Karen is a freelance editor who has worked for several of Canada's top consumer magazines, including Style at Home, Today's Parent, Toronto Life and Hello! Canada. She has also edited books and cookbooks for Robert Rose publishing and Canadian Living magazine.
She first became interested in journalism as a Grade 10 student taking an English Media course. After graduating from university with a degree in English and History, she then went to college to study Journalism. She then worked as a researcher and copy editor for Canadian Living and Homemakers magazines, and has more than 10 years of experience in the magazine industry.
Her interests are in health and wellness and nutrition, since following the principles in these areas can directly improve your quality of life.
Latest Articles
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Benefits of Being Vegetarian
Eliminating meat from your diet can reduce your risk of heart disease, cancer and diabetes. Learn how a vegetarian diet can improve health.
Apr 22, 2010
- Karen Sheviak
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How to Begin Working Out After Childbirth
After you have a baby, exercising is probably the last thing on your mind. But getting fit can make you feel better, and that's good for you and your baby.
Apr 14, 2010
- Karen Sheviak
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How to Get Kids to Exercise
Making sure kids get enough exercise these days can be tough, but it doesn't have to be impossible. Here are ways to get your kids to work out without them.
Apr 8, 2010
- Karen Sheviak
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Becoming a Vegetarian
Vegetarianism is getting popular because it's healthy for people and for the planet. Here's how to transition to a vegetarian diet.
Mar 23, 2010
- Karen Sheviak
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How to Get Your Kids to Eat More Vegetables
Getting your children to eat healthy foods like fruits and vegetables can be easier said than done. But it doesn't have to be impossible.
Mar 21, 2010
- Karen Sheviak
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Circuit Training
If you're tired of doing the same old exercises, why not try a circuit training workout? The variety will keep your interest and give you a fitness challenge, too.
Mar 18, 2010
- Karen Sheviak
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How Stretching Can Improve Your Fitness Level
Many people skip stretching after a workout, but there are very good reasons for completing even a few stretching exercises.
Mar 17, 2010
- Karen Sheviak
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Benefits of Interval Training
Short bursts of intense exercise, or intervals, are a great addition to your regular workouts.
Mar 16, 2010
- Karen Sheviak
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How Your Diet Can Go Green
There are many things that you can do to start living green and help the environment. One of the easiest ways is to change parts of your diet.
Mar 14, 2010
- Karen Sheviak
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How to Read Claims on Food Labels
We see nutritional claims on packaged food all the time. But what do those claims really mean? Here is a guide to understanding those labels.
Feb 20, 2010
- Karen Sheviak
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