Ayurveda prescribes some daily rituals known as dinacharya, which help to establish balance, health, and harmony in our body. Oral hygiene is important for digestive, heart, and brain health. Gandusha (oil pulling) and tongue scraping are important rituals of dinacharya. Gandusha should be done first thing in the morning with 1 tablespoon of sesame oil swished around the mouth for five minutes. If you wish to do it longer, change the oil. Always spit out the oil in the trash bin. Follow gandusha with brushing teeth and tongue scraping.
Purnima Chaudhari, Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner, Reflexologist & Reiki Master, AyuReviveAyurveda.com
Community News
Trust your Gut
Your immune system works hard to protect you from injury, illness, and disease. This process usually involves inflammation, a natural response to stress, tissue damage, and harmful stimuli like viruses, bacteria, and toxins. Inflammation functions similarly to an engine warning light, alerting you to the presence of a problem through symptoms such as heat, pain, redness, swelling, and/or loss of function. 85% of the immune system is located in our gut. An anti-inflammatory diet rich in vitamins A, C, and E and the mineral selenium provides your gut with the ingredients it needs to bolster immunity and achieve optimal mental and physical health. Sean Miller, CMHA, mbwpg.cmha.ca
Community Event
October Self-Love & Acceptance Group. Eight sessions (once/week), dates & time will be based on registrants’ interest & availability. 204-806-9777 Sparham Counselling sparhamcounselling@mymts.net
Be Thankful Every Day!
October is the month for Thanksgiving. If you celebrate this day, you may take the time to be grateful for the family, friends, and food that you are able to enjoy.
Gratitude is:
• affirmation of goodness in life;
• thinking and believing that we deserve the best life has to offer; and
• acknowledging, appreciating, and taking care of what is valuable and meaningful to oneself.
Gratitude decreases stress, depression, and anxiety. It promotes happiness and well-being. So, be thankful. Practice gratitude every day! Tracy Sparham, BSW, RSW; Sparham Counselling Services, SheaTreeWellness.com
Health Product Review: Opus Healthy Water Systems
Opus Healthy Water Systems produce crystal clear great tasting water. For pennies a litre, Opus systems remove harmful contaminants, pathogens, chlorine, fluoride, chloramines, heavy metals, odors and more, while retaining naturally occurring minerals. Reverse osmosis systems remove healthful minerals, creating acidic, corrosive water that can be harmful to your health and your home. Reverse Osmosis water leaches nickel from stainless steel which can trigger allergic reactions and contribute to joint pain. Opus systems produce pH-balanced or alkaline water and feature a minimum of .5 micron microfiltration, with options down to .001 micron nanofiltration. Available bioceramic infusers can add molecular hydrogen and boost alkalinity, transforming ordinary tap water into a powerful antioxidant. Designed for municipally treated water sources and drilled wells, Opus filtration solutions include point-of-use systems with an installed faucet for the kitchen, countertop units, and point-of-entry systems that filter all the water in your home, cottage, or business.
Aviva Natural Health Solutions, AvivaHealth.com
Suffering from Lyme Disease?
Lyme is fast becoming a Manitoba epidemic. How do you get Lyme disease? From a deer tick passing a bacteria called Borrelia Burgdorferi into your bloodstream. This bacteria weakens your immune system, allowing diseases to enter the body. “Many people are infected by nymph ticks, but don’t suspect Lyme disease because they don’t recall being bitten. In fact, 50% of people infected don’t remember being bitten and LESS than 50% of people will get any over-emphasized rash” (Source – CanLyme.com). If you are noticing increasing health problems lately, you may have Lyme disease. One way to improve your immune system is with Bioresonance Therapy. This therapy involves sending healthy frequencies into your body. These frequencies increase the body’s energy and consequently improve your health.
Dennis Ludwig, Evergreen Holistic Health Centre
Why are Sunglasses Important?
Most people are aware of the damage the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) radiation does to your skin, but these rays can cause equal damage to your eyes. Sunglasses are more than a fashion statement; their most important role is protecting your eyes and the surrounding skin from these rays. Damage to the eyes includes cataracts, macular degeneration, pterygiums, and cancer. Extended exposure to UV can cause photokeratitis, also known as snow-blindness, a temporary but extremely painful sunburn of the eye. Sunglasses also block glare, which increases comfort in bright light. When buying sunglasses, look for ones that block out at least 99% of both UVA and UVB radiation, so you can keep your eyes healthy and your vision clear. A wide-brimmed hat offers great protection, too.
Linden Ridge Eye Care, LREyeCare.ca
Plan a Stress-Free Vacation
Planning your holiday is meant to be fun and exciting. The lure of the convenience of the internet can quickly turn to confusion, indecisiveness, and anxiety. Travel agents are here to save you time and don’t cost a penny. Think of a travel agent as your tour guide, who will lead you to the perfect vacation. No matter how much you prepare, sometimes unexpected things happen while you are on vacation. When you book with a travel agent, they are with you every step of the way to ensure a stress-free, enjoyable time, which is what a holiday is meant to be.
Holly Sproule, SouthBeachTravel.ca
Counselling: Investing in You
Have you been thinking about counselling? If you don’t know where to start or how it might help, here are a few ideas to consider:
• Counselling provides an opportunity to talk about concerns in a safe, confidential place.
• It can help you gain increased self-awareness, direction, and invaluable coping skills.
• The hope, self-worth, stability, and health that you develop continue long after the counselling sessions end.
Counselling is an investment in you. Take the first step today.
Tracy Sparham, BSW, RSW, Sparham Counselling, SheaTreeWellness.com
Turmeric for Your Health
Turmeric is one of the prized spices, with an impressive list of health benefits. It is one of the most potent antioxidants and anti-inflammatory agents. In my practice, I see that there is a growing trend of taking turmeric (active ingredient – curcumin) as a supplement. In Ayurveda, great importance is given to vipaka (post-digestion effect). The vipaka of turmeric is pungent. Therefore, taking turmeric as a supplement creates stress in the liver, as our liver has a tendency to overheat. However, using turmeric in cooking changes the vipaka, as it gets mixed with foods with different post-digestion effects. This way, you get maximum health benefits from turmeric without creating unwanted stress in the liver. This is how it has been used in India for thousands of years, never as a supplement.
Purnima Chaudhari, Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner, Reflexologist & Reiki Master, AyuReviveAyurveda.com
Health Product Review
Super Critical Omega Norwegian Gold by Renew Life.
With well over 7,000 studies on their safety and efficacy for many health issues, there is not a single natural health product with more scientific validation than omega 3 fish oils essential fatty acids. They are necessary fats that humans cannot produce, so we must get them through diet or supplementation. With so many fish oil supplements on the market, what makes the Renew Life Norwegian Gold line so different?
• 100% fish gelatin, not pork or beef. This makes them ideal for fish-eating vegetarians or those with religious dietary restrictions.
• Enteric-coated and contain the fat-digesting enzyme lipase, so there is optimal absorption and no fishy aftertaste.
• Have a 5-star rating from the International Fish Oil Standards (IFOS) program. This proves that they meet or exceed all national and international standards for purity, potency, and freshness.
• Friend of the Sea certified. This certifies that the products are from sustainable fisheries and aquaculture.
Aviva Natural Health Solutions, AvivaHealth.com
