Japan is so hot right now! Gorgeous and photo-worthy cherry blossoms bloom here in the spring, the food scene is out of this world, and there is a real joining of old-world traditions with new world culture. From magical scenery, to stunning architecture, and everything in between, Japan is a destination that people of all ages can enjoy. If you’re looking for a cultural travel experience that is truly unique, consider the March 2021 Escorted Japan cruise. Start making your travel plans today to create a vacation you’re sure to remember for a lifetime!
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What’s Fueling Your Health?
Ayurveda, an ancient medicine system from India, uses the terms Agni and Ama to describe two concepts that relate to our ability to digest food. Agni refers to our digestive fire; our ability to eat food and receive its highest benefit in the form of nutrients that fuel our bodies. We suppress our digestive fire by forgetting to eat, eating on the run, overeating, and eating foods that are too heavy, dry, or difficult to digest. When our digestive fire is suppressed, it causes Ama, the accumulation of undigested materials. This creates stickiness, heaviness, and dullness in our bodies and minds, further preventing optimal digestion and leading to symptoms.
Safe Disposal of Expired Medications
It’s not uncommon to have bottles of expired medications sitting in your cupboard or medicine cabinet, but why hold on to them? Start the new year off right by going through your health products and getting rid of anything you no longer need. To dispose of expired prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and other natural supplements properly, bring them into your local pharmacy instead of flushing them down the toilet, placing them down the sink, or throwing them in the garbage. Medications that aren’t disposed of safely can cause health risks for people and animals who might unknowingly ingest them.
Community Spotlight – Sobeys
Are you looking for nutritional or dietary support? Are you experiencing digestive issues? Having trouble sleeping? Did you know that Sobeys St. Anne’s Rd. has their own Wellbeing Counselor and registered Holistic Nutritionist? Chelsy is available for FREE 30 Minute Wellness consultations starting this month! She is passionate about nutrition and health and happy to help. Contact her at 204.255.5064 or email [email protected] to book your appointment today!
Ionic Foot Detox
Ionic foot detox machines utilize negative ions to bring the body back into balance, thereby strengthening the immune system, assisting with internal body cleanse, and improving overall health. Our body is made up of positive and negative ions. When our body is out of balance we become more positively charged. The ionic foot detox replaces the positive ions with negative ions through the thousands of pores on the soles of the feet. A session typically lasts 30mins, when finished your feet will be rinsed off and enjoy a delightful foot massage with your choice of lotion. Many people feel very relaxed during the session and energized afterwards.
Acupuncture Supports a Healthy Pregnancy
Acupuncture treatments are a safe, drug-free way to enhance the good development of your pregnancy. Acupuncture can help supplement, regulate and harmonize the processes that are taking place in the body, and supports recovery once baby arrives. Labour preparation acupuncture from week 36 on supports ripening of the cervix and the relaxing and softening of the pelvic ligaments and tendons so that the baby gate will open easily. It also strengthens the mother’s stamina to labour and ensures that internal conditions are optimal for baby to stay in good position to spin and descend.
Healthy Mouth, Healthy Life
We all want to be healthy, however many people disregard their oral cavity and teeth (whether real or false). The body is a holistic and interconnected system, one that can only function optimally if everything runs smoothly. Old or ill-fitting dentures can cause an array of health issues. From headaches, digestive problems, temporomandibular joint pain (TMJ), and hearing loss. Also social isolation may occur if you are unhappy with your smile because of missing teeth or old dentures. It’s imperative to see the right specialist for any health issues. When it comes to dentures see a denturist first.
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.
Testing for Food Sensitivities
If you experience bloating, indigestion, water retention, headaches, weight gain and skin conditions (such as eczema), this could be a sign that you have food sensitivities. The underlying cause of food sensitivities is poor digestion from stress, eating too much of a specific food, drinking lots of fluids with our meals, eating on the go and certain medications. The improperly digested food molecules pass through the digestive tract, triggering inflammation of the intestinal lining and an immune response. Comprehensive IgG and IgA allergy testing and individualized nutrition plans from naturopaths can help identify and treat food sensitivities.
Healthier ‘Ferrero Rocher’ Balls
100g pitted fresh dates. 140g roasted hazelnuts, skins removed. 75g digestive biscuits. 3 tsp. raw cacao powder. 1/2 tsp. vanilla. 150g dark chocolate, melted, cooled slightly. Place the dates in a heatproof bowl. Cover with boiling water. Set aside for 10 minutes. Drain. Place 60g of the hazelnuts, biscuits and cacao in a food processor. Process until coarsely chopped. Add dates and vanilla. Process until almost smooth but mixture still has a little texture. Roll into balls. Press a whole hazelnut into the centre of each and re-roll to enclose. Coarsely chop the remaining hazelnuts. Place melted chocolate in a bowl. Dip the balls in the chocolate to coat. Sprinkle with chopped hazelnuts. Place in the fridge. Enjoy the Holiday Season! A Woman’s Touch Cleaning, WomansTouchCleaning.com
Receding Gums & Sensitive Teeth?
When your gums start to wear away or pull back from your teeth, this is called gum recession. Receding gums expose more of your teeth or the roots of your teeth, and tooth sensitivity is usually the first sign that there’s a problem. Gum recession can occur for a variety of reasons, including genetics, brushing your teeth too hard, not cleaning your teeth frequently enough, smoking, grinding or clenching your teeth, and hormonal changes (in women). Don’t ignore tooth sensitivity and receding gums! It’s important to get proper treatment to avoid more serious potential problems, such as tooth loss.
