Stress causes or contributes to 85% of all your illnesses. Stress leads to heart attacks, diabetes, high blood pressure, headaches, cancer, depression – basically anything. Today, more than any other time in history, we live in a stressful environment. Once stressed, you enter into survival mode and your body produces cortisol for the fight or flight, and your metabolism and body functions change to preserve energy. Stress also makes it difficult to think clearly, as you become focused on the problem and not on the solution, which causes a revolving thought pattern. How healthy would we be if we could just learn to control stress or eliminate it altogether?
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4 Tips for Better Heart Health
1. Get good sleep. Adults who experience good-quality sleep typically have healthier arteries than those who don’t sleep as soundly.
2. Adopt healthy eating habits. Cut back on salt, limit alcohol to no more than one to two drinks a day, and nourish your body with fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean protein.
3. Slash bad fats. Cut down on saturated fats, which are mainly found in meat and full-fat dairy products. You should totally ban trans-fats from your diet, which are found in processed foods.
4. Get checked for diabetes. Over time, high blood sugar damages arteries and makes heart disease more likely.
Dehydration: A Serious Health Risk for Seniors
As you age, your sense of thirst diminishes. So even when your body needs to be replenished with water, you might not realize it. Because of that, many seniors do not drink enough liquids. By the time they are thirsty, it is already an indication of early dehydration. The consequences of dehydration are well known. Dehydration is a common cause of hospitalization among elderly people that can have serious health consequences. Water can get boring but don’t limit yourself – supplement with juices, milk, fruits and vegetables that contain high water content!
Clean Eating: Keto Pancakes
2 scoops Innotech Nutrition chocolate NaturePro grass fed whey protein. 1 cup almond flour. ¼ cup coconut flour. 3 tablespoon monk fruit. 1tsp baking powder. 5 eggs. 1/3 cup almond milk. ¼ cup avocado oil. 1 1/2tsp vanilla extract. Whisk all ingredients together in a bowl until smooth. If too thick, add a little more milk. Preheat an oiled pan on the stove over medium heat. Ladle some of the batter into the hot pan and form into circles. Cook for 1-2 minutes until bubbles start to form. Flip and cook another 1-2 minutes. Enjoy.
Tame the Squirrel Essential Oil Blend
It’s true: Natural oils are revered for their calming, relaxing properties, but diffusing essential oils can also come in handy when you need to stay alert and focused. Certain oils are actually able to stimulate the brain almost immediately, resulting in better focus—and sometimes a little mood boost, too. Our “Tame the Squirrel” essential oil blend includes a power combination of Frankincense, Cedarwood, Melissa, Lemon, Lavender, Sandalwood. Try it in a diffuser on you desk at work, or while your kids are doing homework.
Take Control of Your Pain
Do you have pain, discomfort, or limited range of motion that is unrelated to an acute injury?
Learning a bit about pain science and postural habits can help empower you to start moving
freely and comfortably again! Rebecca Froese, RMT, at Safe Harbour Therapy uses massage
therapy and a dermoneuromodulation framework to educate and support clients as they move
through the world in their unique bodies. Dermoneuromodulation is based in anatomy, pain
science, and a biopsychosocial model of health, and uses gentle touch and comfortable
movement to help clients develop ease of motion.
Resurfacing for Skin Renewal
Laser skin resurfacing involves accurate and precise treatment that helps restore the natural beauty of the skin. The long-lasting method targets imperfections in the skin, while leaving surrounding unblemished skin untouched. This allows for greater control over which parts of the skin are treated, unlike traditional treatments such as chemical peels or dermabrasion. The treatment stimulates the production of new collagen, helping to form new, tighter skin that is fresh and healthy looking. Laser skin resurfacing treatments are suitable for all skin types and tones, can involve everything from light touch-ups to deep collagen remodeling, and require minimal patient downtime. Dr. Cherine Sidhom,
Three Tips to Boost Focus
1. Practice Mindful Journaling: set aside time every day to write down how you are feeling right now, sensations you feel, and why you are feeling the way you are. Do this without judgement and be kind to yourself. 2. Practice Gratitude: every day tell a family member or colleague three things you are grateful for – your overall positivity will skyrocket after one month. 3. Try Uni-tasking. That is, focus only on one thing at a time. Want more tips? Check out our full Guide to Mindfulness at Work at wellnessworkscanada.ca.
Community Spotlight: Keto Treats Bakery
My journey to opening Keto Treats Bakery began when my son (age three at the time) began having seizures. After spending years researching what might help him, I learned that a high-fat, low-carb keto diet could play a key role in managing epilepsy. I also learned that such a diet could help me with my own inflammatory and autoimmune diseases. When life got busy, I found it difficult to keep up with the keto lifestyle and couldn’t find low-carb products readily available. Since then, I have made it my mission to provide customers with high-quality, low-carb baked goods!
Trouble Remembering Your Daily Medications?
Talk to your pharmacist about different ways we can make things easier on you and improve compliance. Whether it’s as simple as setting a daily alarm or using easy-to-open pill bottles, pharmacists can help point you in the right direction and make sure your medication is taken properly and safely. There are many compliance packaging options available such as dosettes, medication strips and various styles of blister packs. Talk to your pharmacist to see what might be right for you!
Physio During the Pandemic
Physiotherapy takes many shapes and forms and Prairie Trail Physiotherapy is pleased to provide Physio by Video for those who are avoiding going out. As long as you have internet access on your smartphone, tablet or computer, you can get a full assessment from the comfort of your home. Your therapist will listen to your story, watch the movements you are struggling with, and provide you with the education you need to return to pain free movement. You will be provided with an individualized plan to target your needs using equipment you have at home. Contact Prairie Trail Physiotherapy today to book your Physio by Video appointment.
