Many of us have a new way of working. Working at home with kids, your spouse, pets or others. Some are working at our regular job with loads of new procedures and others are looking for new work. Navigating a new normal can be tough but it is the perfect time to start practicing integration skills. Here are some tips that will support your health and performance career and family wise. 1) Set healthy boundaries for work and life, practice saying no when you need to. 2) Prioritize and schedule YOU time every day. 3) Unplug during meal or family time. 4) Prioritize both work and family tasks every week. Cut out tasks that are not going to support your health or productivity. Stay well and remember, that to do well, you must first be well.
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Building a Child’s Mental Health
How will you contribute to your child’s mental health this summer? All it takes is your time, and presence. Designate jobs for money earned so they have a sense of purpose. Ditch the basement time with electronics. Enjoy and explore the outdoors together, whether it be a walk, bike ride, picnic, park or pool time. Build up your relationship with your presence, without opening your wallet. Children remember and cherish the time you have spent with them. It also fosters a caring environment where they may feel safe and a sense of belonging. Enjoy your family, enjoy your summer.
Increased Computer Usage Causing Eye Problem
Digital Eye Strain is caused by focusing on digital devices that are 1 to 3 feet away for extended periods of time; this includes computers, tablets, and smart phones. The most common reported symptoms of Digital Eye Strain include dry eyes, eyestrain, headaches, sensitivity to light, blurred vision, loss of productivity and/or neck pain. If you see these signs anyone in your family, they could have Digital Eye Strain, too.
Whether you have any of these symptoms or work on your computer for more than 3 hours total per day, call to schedule an appointment today. We can help!
Walking Your Dog in the Summer Heat
When walking your dog, keep in mind that if it feels hot enough to fry an egg outside, it probably is. When the air temperature is 30 degrees, the asphalt can reach a sizzling 60 degrees Celsius—hot enough to cause blistering, burns, permanent damage and scarring after just one minute of contact. Hot pavement can not only burn paws, they also reflect heat onto dogs’ bodies, increasing their risk of deadly heatstroke. To reduce the risk of blistered paws, test the surface with the back of your hand. If you can’t keep it there for five seconds, it’s too hot. Stay on grass and in shaded areas.
Treating Stress with Acupuncture
Stress can be managed through several traditional therapies. Did you know that Acupuncture will stimulate your brain with several chemical reactions to reduce stress? Stress activates the sympathetic nervous system, while acupuncture can activate the opposing parasympathetic nervous system, which initiates the relaxation response. Research has shown that acupuncture may specifically benefit symptoms of stress by deactivating the ‘analytical’ brain, which is responsible for anxiety and worry. This therapy regulates levels of neurotransmitters and hormones such as serotonin, noradrenaline, and dopamine, thus altering the brain’s mood chemistry to help to combat negative affective states.
Eye Coordination Problems and Learning Difficulties
When children continue to struggle with reading and learning despite all best efforts to help them, it can be very difficult to figure out what is needed. When an eye coordination problem is at the root of a child’s struggles, the signs are very easy to see – when you know what to look for. Unfortunately, the signs can easily be mistaken for behavior and attention problems. One of the signs that an eye coordination problem may be contributing to one’s learning challenges is a short attention span when it comes to reading and near work. A developmental vision evaluation could open the door to your child’s success.
June is Thyroid Disease Awareness Month
Thyroid health affects all aspects of wellbeing, both genders, all ages. It is estimated that 200 million people in the world have some form of thyroid disease. In Canada there is a staggering number of people affected. Recent studies indicate that 1 in 10 Canadians suffer from a thyroid condition of one type or another! Of those, as many as 50% are undiagnosed! The thyroid plays a key role maintaining healthy weight, energy, and mood. If you are experiencing weight gain (or loss), hair loss, abnormal menstrual cycles or changes in energy and mood, consider having your thyroid evaluated.
Should you Bring Mom or Dad Home?
If you have a parent who is in hospital, lives in a retirement home or in a long-term care facility, you may be asking yourself, “would Mom or Dad be safer staying at home with me temporarily?” Families across the country are struggling with this dilemma. Given the challenges of preventing disease transmission, some experts are recommending that seniors who can stay elsewhere should do so. If you want to bring a senior parent home temporarily but you’re worried about how you’ll provide the level of care they need, consider home health care services.
Wellness Tea of the Month
FLOR DE JAMAICA. This fruit tea is not just beautiful to the eyes, but delicious to your taste buds. With the warmer days of summer, this tea will be great as an Iced Tea with a minimum or no add sweetener. It has a beautiful ruby red infusion, similar to sangria so it can be enjoyed as a mocktail or even a cocktail! This blend has some hibiscus flowers, which prevent hypertension, lower blood pressure, reduce blood sugar levels to keep you healthy. Elderberries and currants are pack with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, perfect to boost your immune system during this tough times.
Use of Contact Lenses During Covid-19
Although there is no scientific evidence that contact lens wear is problematic during this pandemic, the research literature is clear that to prevent contact lens infections due to bacteria, viral and fungal diseases, contact lens wearers must remember the following: 1) Wash hands thoroughly for 20 seconds with soap and warm water and dry completely. 2) Don’t use expired solutions and don’t top up or reuse solutions. 3) Replace cases at least monthly and keep them clean and dry daily. 4) Use daily disposable contact lenses if possible. 5) Don’t wear contact lenses when you are ill. 6) Don’t sleep with contact lenses on.
Home Remedy for Denture Pain
Turmeric has a compound named curcumin which has antioxidant and anti- inflammatory properties that help reduce pain, swelling, and inflammation of the gums. It can even prevent the growth of harmful bacteria in the mouth.
Make a paste of ¼ tsp of turmeric powder with a few drops of water. Apply the paste on the affect area of the gum. Leave the paste on your gum for 5 mins then gently massage the paste into the gum for a couple of mins and rinse your mouth thoroughly with warm water. Repeat 2 times per day for about 7-10 days.
