Bringing plants into your home is a simple, beautiful and inexpensive way to transform your house into a healthy home base. Research suggests that the outdoors has a calming effect on the human body and brain, so introducing even just one small Peace Lily into your home can help you to breathe better, sleep better and live better.
Rita Callan, Realtor, Remax First Realty, Parksville/Qualicum
RitaCallan.ca
In our busy chaotic world, life seems to have an ever increasing hectic pace. You may be stressed from increased demands on your time and energy. This can leave you feeling frustrated, impatient and unhappy. Left unaddressed, over time it can wreck havoc with your health, your life and your joy. Meditation is a wonderful solution! It is often ignored, even ridiculed because many don’t understand it. Meditation is something that can be done anywhere, anytime. The key is learning a few basics and then building on them. Meditation can, in a matter of moments, support your transformation from hurried and disturbed to calm and understanding. There are many different styles and forms of Meditation. Explore what works for you to achieve inner peace and stillness. Want to experience more calm and a sense of inner control? You can start now by being aware of your breath’s movement.
Tammy Phye, R.A., EOT
LifestyleHarmony.ca
More and more people rely on custom foot orthotics to treat biomechanical issues related to the feet, whether it be plantar fasciitis, metatarsalgia, arthritic knees or low back pain, just to name a few. Now that summer has finally arrived, the question most orthotic wearers ask is what to do when it’s sandal weather. When orthotics are needed to correct altered foot mechanics it is important to wear them during all weight bearing activities.Fortunately many shoe manufacturers recognize the increasing need for sandals that accommodate custom orthotics. These sandals have removable foot beds that can be taken out to make room for your orthotics. If you recently purchased sandals but your orthotics don’t fit into them properly, very often a simple low-cost adjustment will solve the problem. Sandals don’t provide the same support as a closed-in shoe but can allow pleasant relief from the heat even for orthotic wearers.
Bryan Mitchell, B.D.
MitchellPandO.com
Are you, like so many of us, part of what is being called the “silver tsunami”? This demographic is causing concern about its effect on health care costs and our ability to provide health care. These days with long waiting times, we need to be proactive about our own health and safety. It is very important to have options in place so that in an emergency you can summon help. A daily phone call with a neighbour or family member is a good way to ensure that someone knows you are safe. There are also community groups and non-profit organizations that can help us check in on one another. We all need a buddy, a “go to” person to be there when you need help, and we all need help from time to time.
Joan Ryan, Nanaimo Lifeline
NanaimoLifeline.ca
Inhalation ozonide therapy is good for any acute upper respiratory infection, such as sinus infections, bronchitis, flu, colds, and viral pneumonias. Both asthmatics and patients with chronic lung disease can use it. Ozone gas is bubbled through olive oil to the inhaler which turns it into ozonides molecules and is completely safe to inhale. The ozonides can last for weeks in the human body and have an incredible regenerative effect on our cells and organs. For instance, they stimulate the formation of the cytokine molecules that our immune systems use to control and eliminate infections. They also increase the delivery of oxygen to the cells, which is critical for lung conditions. Then they stimulate the cells to generate more energy and that is the key to the vitality we all want to feel, in each breath.
Dr. Sterling Desmond, Dr. TCM, R.Ac.
EvolveWithDesera.com
The Wellnessnews Meetup group is for people interested in Health and Wellness. It is free to join. We offer workshops on a variety of topics including alternative medicine, nutrition, healing, healthy weight-loss and many other wellness topics. Admission is free or by donation. Most workshops are 60 – 90 minutes in length. Over time, we hope to offer workshops between Cowichan Valley and Comox Valley. We also inform our members about health and wellness events, trade shows and activities happening in Central Vancouver Island. Here at the Wellnessnews, we love sharing the gift of health and wellness knowledge with our communities. Our next workshop is Bingo with a Twist. There are prizes to be won and refreshments to enjoy while we play Bingo.
Teresa Ostman, Publisher, Wellnessnews Central Island
Meetup.com/Wellnessnews
Data shows that 70% of Americans and 54% of Canadians are overweight or obese. These individuals are at increased risk for a host of health complications associated with excess weight, including heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, osteoarthritis and reproductive problems in women. The Ideal Protein Protocol is a four-phase, low carbohydrate, moderate protein, ketogenic weight management solution. Dr. Rothrock, Ideal Protein Chief Medical Officer, is passionate about the Ideal Protein Protocol. “This appointment affords me an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of millions affected by the epidemic,” he says. “It’s the science and education behind it that makes it different. It has been found that the Protocol is an effective intervention to help people manage their weight and potentially avoid serious health complications related to obesity.” Healthcare practitioners offer the Protocol to their patients to help them lose weight and, as a result, reverse metabolic syndrome. www.successweightloss.ca Success Weight Loss
Years ago, the word “dentures” conjured up images of sticky adhesive pastes, ill-fitting appliances and awkward chewing. Thankfully, today’s dentures are more comfortable than ever before and can give you a bright, beautiful smile. It is important that the denturist finds the right dentures for their patient who has suffered tooth loss. Tooth loss can cause a host of physical and emotional issues and a blow to self-esteem. More than just an aesthetic problem; it can also make eating, drinking, and talking uncomfortable. With so many denture options available, there is no reason to suffer with tooth loss. Today’s dentures are comfortable and affordable. Denture options include full dentures, partial dentures, or denture implants. Properly fitted dentures look and feel just like your natural teeth and allow you to experience a better quality of life. Visit a qualified denturist to find out what is best for you.
Ahmed A. Omar, Denturist, R.D., Nanaimo Denture Clinic
www.NanaimoDentureClinic.ca
Looking for an Afternoon Outing and for Lots of Information related to Seniors? Want a great place go for a walk where its safe, quiet and peaceful? Come on out to Cedar Valley Memorial Gardens on 1st June 2017 between 1:00 pm and 5:00 pm. Take advantage of the companies that are offering free services such as a blood pressure clinic, hearing tests, consultations with an eye doctor, chiropractor, mobility aid company, nutritional companies and information on senior’s fraud scams and safety from the RCMP. Go for a walk on one of our 3 different walking challenges or take part in the Exercise Olympics. Win a draw prize by completing some of the activities. Come see all of the companies that are committed to giving back to our community.
Ken Greig, Cedar Valley Memorial Gardens
ArborMemorial.ca/en/cedarvalley/about-us
Diffusing essential oils is a wonderful way to help purify the air in your home, create an ambiance or mood, allow the entire family to breath in the benefits of the oils, and even trigger or create positive memories! There are many products on the market to mask odors in our homes, but most are filled with synthetic and sometimes harmful chemicals that we should not be breathing in. Pure therapeutic grade essential oils are also made up of chemical compounds, but they are in their natural, unadulterated state, and can actually have beneficial effects when inhaled, such as helping you feel relaxed, uplifted, invigorated, or calm. There are many options for diffusing oils, from diffuser necklaces and bracelets, to USB car diffusers, to fancy ultrasonic diffusers with LED light displays, music options, and even remote controls! This allows you to create the perfect ambiance in your own home.
Denise Mackinnon, Young Living Independent Distributor 2122587
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Do you know that only 1% of the body’s magnesium is stored in your blood? This means that it may not show up in routine blood tests and is sometimes missed as a deficiency. Magnesium is by far the most important mineral in the body. It is essential for the electrical stability of every cell in the body and regulates the flow of calcium, potassium and sodium. Magnesium is needed in large quantities to be an effective cell controller. The recommended daily amount for persons over the age of two is 250+ mg. Transdermal (through the skin) magnesium absorption has proven to be one the most effective methods of getting enough of the mineral. A home bath of Epsom salts, topical magnesium supplements or a session of salt-water floatation therapy can be fantastic choices. What’s more, our skin has the ability to self-regulate the amount of magnesium it absorbs!
Paul Martin, Harbour City Float
HarbourCityFloat.com
