Maintaining heart health is crucial for seniors, as aging increases the risk of cardiovascular conditions like heart disease, high blood pressure, and arrhythmias. Lifestyle changes can significantly improve heart health in older adults. Regular physical activity, such as walking or swimming, strengthens the heart and lowers cholesterol. A heart-healthy diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins helps manage weight and blood pressure. Avoiding tobacco, limiting alcohol, and managing stress are essential. Seniors should monitor heart health through routine check-ups, addressing conditions like diabetes or high blood pressure promptly. Early detection and healthy habits promote longevity and overall well-being.
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Help for Anxiety
Anxiety – people may shy away from talking about anxiety, but we need to understand it is common AND there are ways to mitigate its impact. Financial worries, relationship or work stress, even something like a stranger passing by can be the trigger. Imagine Laserworks helps you reduce the effects of anxiety and the impact of it on your life. We allow you to regain focus and control by helping promote hormonal equilibrium and balanced endorphin production. No drugs, no needles, non-judgmental support. The effects can often be felt before you even leave the office.
Watch Out for Caregiver Burnout
Caregiver burnout is the emotional, mental, and physical exhaustion that occurs when caring for others. Family caregivers who are experiencing burnout may feel depression, anxiety, fatigue, and even physical ailments such as pain or illness. If you are a caregiver for a loved one, be honest about how much care you can realistically provide. Seek help, such as by talking to a trusted friend or co-worker; find a support group; and be realistic about your loved one’s state of health. Recognize that it may be time to hire outside caregivers. We are here to help.
Relieve Neck Tension Safely
Are you feeling weighed down by neck tension? Our expert soft tissue-based adjustments and mobilizations offer a gentle, effective solution to help you relax tight, overworked muscles; improve range of motion and flexibility; and ease pain and discomfort. Our soft tissue therapy is tailored to your individual needs, while customized chiropractic adjustments are designed for comfort and effectiveness. Dr. Narotam specializes in personalized techniques that target the root cause of pain, improving mobility and promoting overall wellness. These techniques are designed to be safe, effective, and considerate of sensitive areas, focusing on easing tension and restoring balance without strain.
Wealth of “Real Wellth”
Wealth is understood as having money and possessions (our net worth). However, you may have also heard that ‘money cannot buy happiness.’. By shifting the concept of wealth to “Wellth”, we shift the priority from finding the tangible/objective (wealth) to the internally realized/subjective (wellth), creating greater wellness and health for the individual and communities. By emphasizing “real,” we highlight that it is in the here and now, not focused on the future or past. Building wellness and health today makes us wealthy, which supports our idea of “Real Wellth” and why it needs to be a priority.
Seniors & Heart Health
Maintaining heart health is crucial for seniors, as aging increases the risk of cardiovascular conditions like heart disease, high blood pressure, and arrhythmias. Lifestyle changes can significantly improve heart health in older adults. Regular physical activity, such as walking or swimming, strengthens the heart and lowers cholesterol. A heart-healthy diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins helps manage weight and blood pressure. Avoiding tobacco, limiting alcohol, and managing stress are essential. Seniors should monitor heart health through routine check-ups, addressing conditions like diabetes or high blood pressure promptly. Early detection and healthy habits promote longevity and overall well-being.
Profile: Beautiful Smiles Denture Clinic
Stephanie Yeats joined the Beautiful Smiles Denture Clinic team in 2010 and recently acquired the business, bringing with her over 35 years of experience in the dental field. She is joined by skilled denturists Hannah Craig and Arica Windsor. To better serve patients, the clinic has expanded with a new location in Chemainus. At Beautiful Smiles, we are dedicated to building dentures that look natural, fit well, and stand the test of time. Our passion for our patients is what drives us, and we’re proud to have helped over 16,000 people rediscover their smiles.
Do You Have the Winter “Blues”?
Winter can be a lonely time that restricts our social interactions and activities if we allow that to happen. Now is the time to prioritize social interactions and become more active. Being social and active is associated with many health benefits; activities help our physical and mental health while socializing promotes good mental and emotional health. Walking is a perfect activity that can be done outside when conditions permit or indoors in a mall or on a treadmill. Chase away the winter blues! Get out and walk with a friend, socialize, and engage—you’ll feel better for it!
Community Fundraising Event
Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY) is an annual event that supports people in our communities who have experienced homelessness. This fundraiser helps ICCS run programs that provide shelter, care and holistic support to help them step forward to independence and hope. CNOY 2025 takes place on February 22nd, 2025, drawing individuals together to support the cause through raising money as well as taking part in a 2 km or 5 km walk. Across Canada, over 200 communities are involved with CNOY, supported by people who care about their communities and the most vulnerable people who live in them.
What is Heart Coherence?
Heart Coherence occurs when there is communication between the rhythms of your heart and the rhythms of your brain. YES, your heart has a brain. Your heart has intelligence; ~ it doesn’t just “feel”, it “knows”. Information is received by your heart first and then is communicated to your brain. This communication is very important, as your heart is the master coordinator of the rhythms in your body. Heart coherence has a powerful effect on your mental, emotional, and physical health. This is heart coherence, and when it occurs, you are supported to become empowered. Are you searching for wellness talk topics? Let’s chat!
Consider an In-Home Pet Sitter
As an experienced pet sitter, my preference is to be in your home with your pet. Individualized care means we can monitor behaviour, note changes, and be responsive if vet care is needed. Socialization can be shaped to your pets’ needs and preferences in play, snuggles, and outdoor time. Your pets get to keep their daily routine, with daily communication and photos. They have a 24/7 friend, and we take care of your home too. Choose an experienced sitter familiar with your type of pet, ask for references, and expect questions. We want you to feel confident in your pet’s care.
