Holistic dentistry is not a dental specialty but a philosophy of practice that promotes health and wellness instead of the treatment of disease. It is a less toxic approach at fixing oral issues in order to better a patient’s teeth, mouth and overall health. Riverstone Dental Clinic’s goal is to treat patients in the safest and most natural way possible while still providing all the modern dentistry you would expect of a dental office and provide a lifetime of healthy smiles. We are fluoride-free and do not support the use of Amalgam (mercury) fillings.

Mark your calendar to go to Udaya Wellness Clinic’s Grand Opening February 23 from 12 pm to 4 pm. This new and innovative wellness clinic opens in January 2019! They bring new and collaborative health programs to the area, business partners Dr. Candice Staniek and Stephen Roberts, Counsellor/Brainspotting Specialist have gathered a team of specialized practitioners to create a space where you can experience the very best complete, holistic care; physically, mentally, socially and spiritually. This synergistic approach addresses your whole health, through programs that are individually customized for optimal results.

A new year, a new you. The new year often brings resolutions to make positive changes in eating habits and patterns. We all have favourite foods we reach for when feeling stressed, lonely or down. With Emotional Wellness and EFT/Tapping, the need and desire to calm ourselves with these foods and drinks can be eliminated as it enables us to recall a happy memory to calm ourselves in times of stress. Clients can have a strong desire for the food or drink at the beginning of the session and by the end, want to throw it in the garbage. Marnel Hesterman, InciteInspirations.com

What do back pain, sinus issues, fibromyalgia, depression, sciatica, frozen shoulders, shingles, and irritable bowel syndrome have in common? They are all conditions that can find relief and treatment from the Chinese Medicine modality of acupuncture. Acupuncture is a natural drug-free way to encourage recovery from degenerative conditions and bring the body into balance for continued maintenance of good health and over all well-being. “I have extreme anxiety and digestion issues and the acupuncture and herbal medicine have made me a new person,” says Rani from Red Deer.

Ingredients: 6 ripe tomatoes, 1 green and 1 red bell pepper, 1 avocado, 1 small red onion, 225g package of Eatmore Mixed Bean Sprouts, 1 jalapeno pepper, 2 cloves of garlic (crushed) handful of chopped fresh cilantro, juice of one lime. Dice all ingredients and combine in a bowl with Eatmore Mixed Bean Sprouts. Refrigerate a few hours. Serve with organic tortilla chips or Belgium Endive leaves for dipping.

Ever since local mixed media artist Sally Towers-Sybblis was a child, she had a passion for creating. She believes her process is simple: start and the painting will evolve and finish itself. Sally loves to use colour in her work; the more colour, the happier the work becomes. “I want my work to reflect a sense of fun and spontaneity!” she says. It’s important to Sally to include the community in her work, so she teaches classes on a regular basis. “Sharing my techniques gives others that same sense of gratification and expression that I receive from creating,” she explains.

Treat is a positive action that encourages savouring and enjoying, but cheat encourages negative emotions and behaviours, such as binge eating. Don’t deprive yourself of your favourite foods or you will never be able to stick to your diet plans. The key to weight loss is moderation, not deprivation. There’s a difference between discipline and a straitjacket. Struggling to stay on track? Ask yourself why you want to lose weight in the first place. Write those reasons down in a location where you’ll see them daily to help keep you accountable.

Studies suggest that children with autism spectrum disorder have impaired detoxification. Dr. Sonia McGowin, DC, shares, “As both a mother of a child with food allergies and learning disabilities, as well as a doctor specializing in children with autism, I find the IonCleanse® by AMD to be an invaluable part of the services I offer. The differences I see in my child and in my patients are astounding.” Adding a detoxifying footbath into your child’s health regimen can help with their overall wellbeing. The gentle, non-invasive treatment pulls a variety of toxins out of your child’s body through their feet.