Good hearing means being able to enjoy every moment in life. But when you start experiencing hearing problems, you quickly feel you cannot enjoy all the things you care about. A hearing professional will work with you to get you back to better hearing. They can give you back the ability to enjoy your life to the fullest. Quality hearing professional are there every step of the way to identify the best solution for you. Look for a hearing centre that offers an extensive, complimentary hearing test, free follow-ups, and a wide range of innovative and discreet products. We can help.
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Optimize Your Fall Routine
There are a few baseline supplements that are highly recommended and proven to improve and enhance your state of health and nutrition profile, and to help you feel your best self! These include: Vitamin D, Probiotics, a good greens powder, Omega 3 EFAs, and a good multi and/or B complex. Taken daily, these supplements together with a whole foods diet, stress management, sufficient exercise, and creating more joy in your life will take good care of you and your loved ones this Autumn season.
Planning Ahead
Take care of your loved ones by planning ahead. What does planning ahead and being prepared for final arrangements entail? Being prepared includes: – Having an understanding of financial matters such as probate and taxation resulting from death. – Being aware of how joint ownership and mental capacity can be an issue when preparing a will. – Having plans in place for an unexpected death while travelling. -A conversation with your loved ones to ensure that your wishes are understood and carried out. – Preventing potential financial strain for you loved ones by pre-paying for your funeral arrangements. We can help.
Stay Brain “Fit”
Our brain is the most amazing part of our body. It comes up with creative ways to express our thoughts and emotions, coordinates movements, stores our most precious childhood memories, and solves the Sunday crossword. But it’s easy to take these powers for granted. As we age, our brain needs more activity to keep it young. Learning to play a game or music increases brain stimulation. In-depth reading stimulates the brain to think, focus and analyze. Research studies indicate reading just 30 minutes a day boosts memory because it uses many parts of the brain. It is believed reading fiction enhances brain connectivity and function.
Advantages of a Healthy Diet
A healthy diet carries over to many areas of our lives. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), healthy food protects you against many chronic, non-communicable diseases, such as heart disease, diabetes and cancer. Recent reports have shown that when people increase their fruit and vegetable intake, they report higher levels of happiness and mental health, whereas poor diets have been linked to depression. Thanks to donations and community support, the SOS Meals on Wheels program is able to offer local residents healthy, affordable meals, delivered to their doors. Are you having trouble maintaining a healthy diet? Call us to learn more about the program
Be Aware of the Risk Factors
In today’s stress-riddled world, maintaining a balanced lifestyle is quite challenging, and so is staving off addictive behaviours like gambling. Be aware of the risk factors. These include having experienced a big win early in our gambling history
and/or having had a recent loss or change and/or financial difficulties. Gambling behaviour is concerning when used as an escapist activity, anxiety-relief and/or when it distracts us from our families and health. You have more control over your life than you realize. In fact, recognizing a problem is powerful and is the first step in healing. Reach out for help!
How does CBD work?
Cannabidiol or CBD is a naturally occurring component of cannabis extracted from the cannabis plant. CBD is not psychoactive and does not produce the ‘high’ of THC (tetrahydrocannabinol). All cannabinoids, including CBD, produce effects in the body by attaching to receptors in the brain or immune system. The human body has an endocannabinoid system (ECS) that produces some cannabinoids of its own and receives and translates signals from cannabinoids. The ECS helps to regulate functions such as sleep, immune-system responses and pain. CBD directs the body to use more of its own cannabinoids to produce the therapeutic effects associated with CBD.
Are Rechargeable Hearing Aids Right for You?
Tiny silver batteries are the unsung heroes behind hearing aids, but as technology advances, they are set to become a thing of the past. Rechargeable hearing aid technology is changing the game as they are convenient, easy to use and environmentally friendly. Popular among consumers for their comfort, versatility and ease of use, hearing aids are simply placed into their own recharging unit at bedtime. Visit one of our hearing clinics and talk with a qualified hearing healthcare professional about rechargeable hearing aids to see if they are right for you.
New Season at the Bailey Studio!
Nanaimo Theatre Group is opening its 58th season with the Neil Simon classic comedy The Odd Couple. This play is truly a comedy for the ages; the topic of dysfunctional relationships is just as fitting and funny today as it was in 1965. The tale of two men living together, one a fastidious hypochondriac and the other a devil-may-care slob, is sure to entertain young and old! The show runs Oct. 17 to Nov. 2.
Service Your Dentures Regularly!
Many people believe that dentures last forever but the reality
is that they need to be serviced regularly and replaced about
every five years. Wearing the same dentures for more than five
years without having them checked can result in; softening of
the gums, painful and irritated gums, accelerated bone loss,
more laborious chewing and difficult digestion and a crumpled
mouth. It can also lead to headaches, ear aches, neck pain and
joint problems as well as a whole host of other issues. Regular
consultation with your denturist to have your dentures checked
and cleaned may prevent problems in the future.
Health of “Real Wellth”
Building on the concept of “Real Wellth”, the common themes that emerge as we look at what “health” means in today’s society explain how health is complex, multifaceted, a function of both individual and community/society. Health is more than a lack of disease, both a process and a resource, and health can be gained and/or lost. Understanding what “health” means and then proactively focusing on building both personal and community health perpetuates more health for everyone. Pay attention to your health, engage in healthy living, and make it a priority!
