After a workout, massage the Cool Azul™ Pain Relief Cream into your skin for relief of aches and pains. Your muscles will thank you for ditching the synthetic ingredients and you can continue crushing the weights, tearing up the fairway or hiking to your highest heights. When you’re done, treat your face to Shutran™ Shave Cream and stand out from the pack. It is full of hydrating ingredients and pure essential oils that’ll give you a close shave with a great fragrance. Lastly, for a great super-charge, grab some NingXia Zyng™ for a delicious splash of hydration.
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When was the last time…
When was the last time…You had “Bread Pudding” – Noreen Rice, 1 ¼ c. breadcrumbs, 2 c. scalded \ milk. 2 tbsp. butter, 2 eggs, beaten, 3 to 5 tbsp. sugar. ½ tsp. vanilla, salt to taste, raisins (optional). Bake at 325F for approximately 1 hour. This recipe is found in Brandon Seniors for Seniors’ Pandemic Cookbook. Get yours for just $10.00 before they are sold out. 204-571-2050
Executor Compensation
Legislation in Manitoba states that your Executor is entitled to fair and reasonable compensation. In Manitoba there is no set percentage or calculation for the fees they are to receive. The Executor fee must be approved by the beneficiaries of the Estate. Executors are advised to keep tract of their hours and the tasks performed if an agreement cannot be made, and in which case, a judge would determine what fee is appropriate. It may be appropriate to set out how much the Executor is to receive in the Will to reduce possible conflict. Remember any Executor Fee paid is taxable income. Stacy Senkbeil, Meighen Haddad
Give Your Dad a Lift
From out of your highchair to your first day at high school, Dad’s always been there to give you a lift. Return the favour, give Dad a lift out of a comfortable and stylish recline and lift chair from Golden Technologies. From sitting to standing at the push of a button. Visit Home Health Care Pharmacy to find a selection of recline and lift chairs to fit every taste and budget.
Treating Pain without Drugs
Pain medications could cause health problems if not used properly. Knowing strategies to help manage pain without drugs will help you enjoy activities more. For arthritis pain, it is important to keep moving as much as you are able and consider physiotherapy and weight loss. Tai Chi is a great activity choice for arthritis sufferers! Massage, acupuncture, and bathing may also be helpful ways to relieve pain. Profound decreases in pain can be achieved by taking measures to bring spirituality and relaxation into your daily routine. Stay social and keep the music playing!
Mark Mercure, Geriatric Pharmacist
You Can Make a Difference in a Life
Brandon Seniors for Seniors Co-op Inc.’s meal program “Dinner is Served” needs your financial support. Meals come at a cost of $10.00 which includes a roll/bread, salad, main course and a dessert. Since starting this program, we have come across many seniors that cannot afford to eat. For just $10 you can assure that a senior will not go hungry. Call 204-571-2052 to place an order or to get more information. You can also donate online by going to BrandonS4S.ca “Donate” Meals are delivered at no charge by Royal LePage staff.
Vitamin D, COVID & Red Light Therapy!
We get Vitamin D from the sun. Our average outdoor time is 7%! Not enough time to get sunshine vital for regulating calcium and phosphorus absorption and facilitating normal immune system function (COVID & more). Also, we are advised to avoid the sun at all costs because of skin damage and cancers. Add living north of the 45th parallel where it’s physically impossible to get enough sunlight, what to do? Twenty minutes of red light therapy synthesizes the all-important vitamin D. The treatment is non-invasive and painless, it is completely safe to use. Studies show overwhelming support its effectiveness.
Tight Skin is Always In
As we get older, our bodies start to produce less collagen and store more fat—this is what eventually leads to wrinkles, sagging, cellulite and other signs of aging. Body shaping treatments using radio frequency technology naturally boost collagen production and break down fat cells, which diminishes fine lines and wrinkles, tightens sagging skin, smoothens out cellulite, and makes the body look slimmer, sculpted, and more toned. Radio frequency is proven safe and effective for all skin tones. It can be done throughout the summer and you can return to your daily activities immediately afterward.
Business Spotlight: Solbrü
Whether you’re alcohol-free for the moment or done with alcohol completely, we’re honored to be your guide. Solbrü is building a community of like-minded people who support each other. We’ve crafted our nourishing elixirs to infuse your body, mind, and spirit with a potent blend of functional mushrooms and herbs that can elevate your mood, restore peak performance, and inspire connection. Together we can reduce the stigma of addiction through advocacy and innovation. So whether you’re “Sober Curious” or “Sober Serious,” I want Solbrü elixirs to help guide you back to health and achieve a deeper, more fulfilling life.
New in Comox: Get Fit in 30
Located in the Comox Mall and owned by Darcelle Hartling, Get Fit in 30 (formerly Curves) has something to offer every woman. The low impact exercise is a proven formula for a huge range of women; add circuit strength training to the mix and you have a well-balanced multi-muscle group workout! The equipment here are resistance-based and give your muscle groups a workout in both directions. The circuit is 30 seconds on a machine, then 30 seconds cardio on a mat. It’s a quick and easy format that is done in under 30 minutes!
The Sandwich Generation
Are you a caregiver to your children and your aging parents? If so, you’re part of the “sandwich generation,” a group of adults who are “sandwiched” between caregiving responsibilities for their young and elderly loved ones. This generation of caregivers has its own unique stresses and challenges, spending on average about three hours per day on unpaid care while also working full-time. These challenges can take a toll on this group’s health, finances, and emotions. Thankfully, home care agencies can help relieve some of the stress by providing quality care for senior loved ones in their own homes.
