March
- March’s birthstones are aquamarine and bloodstone. These stones symbolize courage.
- Its birth flower is the daffodil.
- The zodiac signs for the month of March are Pisces (until March 20) and Aries (March 21 onwards).
March is National Kidney Month and the NKF is urging you to give your kidneys a second thought and a well-deserved checkup.
Kidneys filter 200 liters of blood a day, help regulate blood pressure and direct red blood cell production. But they are also prone to disease due to diabetes, high blood pressure or a family history of kidney failure.
Nutrition Month is celebrated every March by Dietitians of Canada. There’s no one diet that is right for everyone, so it’s important to follow a healthful eating plan that’s packed with tasty foods and that keeps your unique lifestyle in mind.
The campaign focuses on the importance of making informed food choices and developing sound eating and physical activity habits.
“Go Further with Food” is the theme for 2018, and its importance is timely for many reasons. Whether it’s starting the day off right with a healthy breakfast or fueling before an athletic event, the foods you choose can make a difference. Preparing foods to go further at home and within the community can have a positive impact, as well.
International Polar Bear Day is organized by Polar Bears International to raise awareness about the impact of global warming and reduced sea ice on polar bear populations. The day encourages people to find ways to reduce their carbon output, such as by turning down their thermostat or driving less. The day has also been used to encourage the installation of energy efficient insulation in houses.
Nova Scotia Heritage Day is a day off for Canadians in Nova Scotia. It aims to recognize cultural or historical contributions to the province.
Nova Scotia Heritage Day is always on a Monday, so it gives people the chance to make the most of a long weekend and go on an out-of-town trip, catch up with friends and family, or relax at home.