The Meta Patch optimizes energy metabolism in a totally drug-free, non-invasive way. The brain plays a central role in balancing and regulating energy metabolism and integrates information about energy intake and body energy stores. This is transferred to specialized neurons in the hypothalamus and brainstem. To maintain energy homeostasis (keeping a stable environment), the brain regulates various aspects of body metabolism. The Meta Patch helps optimize neuroplasticity and the harmonization of this communication loop between the hypothalamus and brainstem by generating neuro-signals that are decoded by the central nervous system, based on the “pattern theory” of haptic neuro coding.
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Protect Teeth from Acid Damage
Dental erosion is a form of tooth wear – where enamel and then dentin is worn down. It is defined as irreversible damage to the teeth caused by chemicals (usually acids). This acid can come from outside sources (e.g., food and drink) or from inside the body. External sources of acids include fruits and fruit juices (particularly citrus), soft drinks, sports drinks, wine, and vinegar. Dental erosion is preventable. The use of a straw can help keep acidic drinks away from the teeth. Rinsing with mouthwash or water after eating can help neutralize the acid exposed to your teeth and gums.
The Most Important Factor for Immune Resilience
Proper sleep. Immune cells that fight off infections, like natural killer cells and T-cells, are activated when you sleep. If you do not naturally wake up on time (without an alarm clock) reassess the time you’re going to bed. If you wake up during the night feeling hungry, shaky, or anxious your blood sugar may be low. Avoid skipping meals and ensure you’re not overeating sugar without adequate protein and fats in your diet. If you’re waking up frequently to urinate check your daily sodium intake. And consider a midday nap when you do not have a good night’s rest.
Feel the Love, Not Your Dentures
Wedding season is in full swing and nothing gets in the way of feeling romantic quite like ill-fitting dentures. Properly made dentures will be aesthetically pleasing, look true to life, and operate in such a way that the only thing people will notice is your winning smile. If you’ve been cleaning your dentures regularly and having annual checkups with your denturist you should have no reason to worry or to lack confidence. Whether you’re an attending guest or in the wedding party itself, doing your prep work will ensure you can concentrate on the day, and not on your denture.
Consider Coaching
Our personalities are like boats we sail without much freeboard. We trade wisdom and depth for speed and security, but rough times can swamp us. While we aim for strength, immunity, vitality, meaning, and purpose, the unexpected stresses create uncertainty, doubt, and weakness. Consider counseling, coaching, mentoring, time-management, psychology, and hypnosis as one-time, short-term corrections. Having someone skilled at listening without judgment can go a long way toward righting and redirecting yourself. Read an online chronicle about counseling and COVID-19 here: bit.ly/COVID19chronicle
Dealing with Grief & Trauma
Trauma and grief often go hand-in-hand, and learning how to mourn can be a crucial part of healing from grief and trauma. Grief is the reactions that we must mourn through a shift to an active, shared response instead of a passive, isolated one. Six ways to help active mourning include: 1) Acknowledging the loss is real. 2) Interacting with the pain instead of avoiding it. 3) Honouring what you loved about who/what you are mourning. 4) Discovering the new you in the context of loss. 5) Finding meaning and purpose beyond what happened. 6) Getting ongoing support and talking with loved ones and/or a professional.
Healthy Fruit Pizza
Preheat oven to 350ºF and grease a 10- round pan. Mix Wet: 1 egg, 1 tsp. Vanilla, ¼ cup honey, 2 TBSP. coconut oil, Mix Dry in separate bowl: 2 cups almond flour, ½ cup coconut flour, ½ tsp. baking soda, pinch of salt, Slowly add dry ingredients to wet ingredients. Knead and form into a ball. Bake 14-17 minutes. Let crust cool and then remove from pan. Spread filling on the crust. Filling blend until smooth.: 3 oz. cream cheese, 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, 2 TBSP. Honey, 1/2 lemon zest. Topping: 1/2 cup each of blueberries, strawberries, blackberries. Enjoy!
Mind Exercises for Seniors
It’s important for people of all ages to keep their brains healthy with regular workouts, but especially so for seniors. Here are five ways you can keep your mind sharp as you age: 1) Play a game. Try a sudoku, crossword, or jigsaw puzzle, or play a game of cards with friends. 2) Get moving. Regular exercise increases blood flow to your brain and increases neurons. 3) Listen to or play music. Science shows that music is a great brain booster. 4) Eat right. A healthy diet is crucial for cognitive health. 5) Learn something new. Keep your mind engaged!
Hearing Loss and Brain Health
Hearing involves not only your ears but also the brain, so it’s no wonder that hearing loss can go hand in hand with thinking and memory problems. Studies are increasingly linking hearing loss to issues such as faster brain shrinkage, earlier onset of significant cognitive impairment, and up to a quintupled risk of dementia. Addressing conditions such as hearing loss, however, could help prevent a third of dementia cases worldwide, per a UK research collaborative. With hearing health and overall wellness so connected, it’s important to seek regular hearing checks and address listening difficulties early.
Laser Treatments from Your Family Doctor!
Did you know that you can now receive private laser treatment services from your family doctor for a range of health concerns? The Fotona SP laser is an award-winning treatment that can help with conditions such as snoring and sleep apnea, hair removal, skin tightening, scar revision, toenail fungus, skin resurfacing, vascular lesions, and spider veins. The Fotona combines two complementary laser wavelengths that work in harmony to create thermal effects without damaging the skin’s surface. This allows for a range of non-contact, non-invasive procedures that offer greater patient comfort, reduced downtime, and quicker healing, not to mention long-lasting results. Offering free consultations.
Sugar-Free Iced Coffee Cream Soda
Ingredients: 6 oz drip coffee, espresso, or cold press coffee; 6 oz Cream Soda Zevia®; a splash of cream or almond/soy/coconut milk; a handful of ice. Directions: Pour chilled coffee, Zevia® Cream Soda, and a splash of cream into a tall glass. Stir, add ice, and enjoy this healthy, refreshing summer drink!
(Recipe from www.zevia.com)
