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Say Goodbye to IBS with Acupuncture

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is irritating to have. Physically, very little if anything appears to be wrong with the digestive tract, yet people develop uncomfortable symptoms. Acupuncture can help relieve and even eliminate the symptoms of IBS. Because acupuncture is a form of Traditional Chinese Medicine, each person is treated on a case-by-case basis, and the treatment will target the stomach and large intestine meridians. As the body’s energy system (Qi, pronounced chi) rebalances, it naturally begins to balance hormones, heal inflammation, and ultimately get rid of the symptoms of IBS. There are no side effects and most people find the treatments completely painless.

Release the Emotions with Tapping

Imagine that our minds and bodies are like a swimming pool. Each time in our life when we have been hurt, fearful or traumatized; we add a “ball” to our pool. Too many balls in our pools, and we may start to experience anxiety and overwhelm; we may be quick to anger or tears or a myriad of other non-serving emotions. For some, these trapped emotions may show up as physical ailments. Gently release the emotions attached to the balls in our pool with Tapping/EFT and enhance your emotional wellness. Ease or eliminate pain and stress. Create peace, joy, calm, confidence & clarity.

The Ozone Therapy Difference

Ozone therapy has been used for years as a modality for a variety of dental conditions. Ozone is a wonderful addition to many dental treatments, because it’s natural, safe, and effective energized oxygen achieves excellent results with no risk of allergic reaction or contraindication. Ozone is also thought to have a balancing effect on the immune system, aiding healing by calming aggravated immune cells. Ozone therapy has many applications in the dental office such as treating periodontal disease, root canals, surgical procedures, reduce sensitivity and help repair the early stages of decay.

What about my Varicose Veins?

Looking for a safe and virtually painless procedure to get rid of your varicose veins? Ultrasound guided foam sclerotherapy is an alternative to surgical stripping to treat varicose veins. This procedure improves appearance and reduces the health risks associated with blood pooling. Treatment is fast and can be less invasive than surgery, as well as offers little to no downtime or discomfort. Advantages of sclerotherapy can include providing quick relief from symptoms, causing no downtime with minimal risk of side effects, being minimally invasive with no scarring, and providing long-lasting results.

Book Club: Hack Your Anxiety

How to Make Anxiety Work for You in Life, Love, and All That You Do. What if anxiety is not a monster to be tamed, but a resource to be tapped? In this revolutionary book, Dr. Alicia Clark recognizes anxiety as the unsung hero in the path to success and happiness. It can become the motivating force that will lead to a better you, and The Anxiety Advantage aims to restore anxiety to its rightful place as a positive resource. Reclaim your anxiety as a powerful energy source, and bring yourself peace, growth and success.

Laughter is the Best Medicine

Q: Where did the hippo go to study about the brain? A: The hippocampus!
FUN FACT: The hippocampus is a region of your brain that helps form, organize, and store memory. It is the most sensitive area to stress.

Words to Live By

“Be more concerned with your character than your reputation, because your character is what you really are, while your reputation is merely what others think you are.”
-John Wooden

Health Basics: Pathway to Vitality

Reduce joint pain and the risk of heart attack and stroke, boost energy and protect against 50 chronic illnesses – Health Basics is a simple, positive, and empowering group-based lifestyle program intended for people who want to choose healthy living, lose weight, and become more active. Participants learn simple changes and set goals to practice their new skills. Small group discussion and a positive atmosphere foster accountability and learning. Be one of the more than 4600 people who have benefitted from this program over the past 10 years. Visit www.reddeerpcn.com to learn more about Health Basics. To register, call 403-343-9100.

Caring for Winter Skin

Do you suffer with dry, flaky, alligator skin during the winter months? Your skin is your body’s largest organ, so taking proper care of it is important, especially in the dry heat indoors and freezing wind outside. Healthy skin can help you avoid wrinkles, skin conditions, and infections, as well as keep that itchy feeling away. Optimize your skin this winter by following these tips. 1. Shower or bathe in lukewarm water and avoid long, hot showers. 2. Pat skin dry with a towel, but don’t rub. 3. Use a quality moisturizer immediately after bathing/showering. 4. Minimize soap usage.

Coldest Night of The Year

Feb. 23 4 pm – 8 pm The Coldest Night of The Year is a walk to raise awareness and funds to support The Mustard Seed as they serve the most vulnerable men, women and children in our community. Visit cnoy.org for more information.