Stress in animals presents as skin conditions, behavioural issues, cognitive dysfunctions, and digestive problems or they may hide it. Robin McKay, BSc., MA, Energy Facilitator and owner of Energy Effects, is passionate about animals and how dogs, cats and horses, along with other animals, positively respond to the non-verbal, and gentle art form of Jin Shin Jyutsu. It helps create their best health, brings balance, decreases pain and anxiety and allows them to let go of stressors. Treating animals, teaching owners how to work on their animals and consulting in various situations has become Robin’s soul work.

Mon. Feb. 10, 1:30 pm – February Health Café – Love your heart!!
February is heart awareness month. Hypertension is the leading preventable cause of death and disability around the world and can lead to heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, and dementia. Knowledge is power – register today to enjoy an hour of engaging talk about heart health in a fun and interactive way! Limited seating available. Call 403.343.9100 today to register.

PAUSE and recall any recent experience of kindness (child’s smile, warm tea). ATTUNE to how kindness felt in your body, a felt sense of goodness in the moment; a lightness in the heart, warmth in the body. It’s not the story – it’s the feeling. FOCUS your awareness on this felt sense of goodness for 10-30 seconds. Savour the feeling. Evoke/remind yourself of this feeling 5 times throughout a day. Doing this 5 times repeats the neural firing in your brain, recording the kindness memory, strengthening your sense of emotional well-being.

Restorative sleep brings optimal health. Does your mind run all night? Does the need to urinate keep you up? In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), there are three types of insomnia. The first relates to the heart where your mind can’t turn off at night, the second is due to liver yang rising and not properly shunting the blood. The third relates to the kidney in which one wakes several times in the night and feels unrested when morning comes. A customized treatment plan is created in TCM depending on your symptoms and situation.

Do you feel like you are in an emotional spin cycle? This emotional spin cycle can occur when we get caught up in never-ending fears and worries, or get stuck going over and over problems, or issues without being able to clearly think it through or resolve it. All of this causes stress. You can let go of fear and worry and be peaceful and calm. You can regain your clarity and confidence, see other options and perspectives, enabling you to resolve problems and issues. It is possible to stop the spin cycle, with emotional wellness and Tapping.

Thanks to the web and social media today, we’re exposed to more than most grandparents were exposed to in a lifetime. It’s no wonder we get overwhelmed at times. The best way to manage a full mind, is to practice mindfulness. Being mindful allows our brains to process information, be present, and enjoy the moment. Here are three tips. One: take five minutes before getting out of the car before or after work to just BE. Two: practice the 5/5 rule by noticing five things about each of your senses once a day. Three: Stop multi-tasking at least once a day.

Q: My siblings and I are concerned about where my elderly father should live. How do we work through our different opinions? A: Well-meaning relatives may disagree with one another or with the aging person about where they should live and the level of care they require. Lawyers work with the family and excellent resources within the community to help ensure that the legal needs of vulnerable people and those who care about them are met. This work can also include discussions about financial circumstances, concerns, and estate planning.

Plantar warts are growths that usually appear on the heels or other weight-bearing areas of your feet. This pressure may also cause plantar warts to grow inward beneath a hard, thick callus. Plantar warts are caused by HPV. The virus enters your body through tiny cuts, breaks or other weak spots on the bottom of your feet. Plantar warts can be treated with over the counter treatments but if these are not effective, there are several other options available, including laser treatment. If you need help with a plantar wart contact your Podiatrist today.

Are you managing several prescriptions? Do you know how they interact with each other? Are they providing you with the maximum benefit? These are a few questions that can be answered through a personalized medication review with your Central Alberta Co-op pharmacist. They will review your medical and health history, explain the importance of each medication, and answer any questions you may have. They are your wellness resource and advocate, if you have ANY questions or concerns with your medications, connect with your Central Alberta Co-op pharmacy and schedule a medical review today.

Researchers have found that even the earliest stage of hearing loss – when hearing is still considered normal (0-25dB) – is linked to cognitive decline. Most people with hearing loss believe they can go about their lives just fine without treatment, and maybe some can, but hearing loss is not benign. It has been linked to social isolation, depression, cognitive decline, diabetes, dementia, and other health problems. Hearing loss should be treated, and the earlier, the better. Studies show hearing aids can slow cognitive decline in older people with age-related hearing loss.