85% of our population will have an episode of disabling back pain at some point! Sedentary and sitting lifestyles are significant factors that reflect our busy lifestyles, commuting to work, driving kids around, sitting at a desk, etc. We’re meant to move; prolonged positions of any kind can be aggravating. Simple tips are to stretch in the morning before getting out of bed, use pillows between your knees while you sleep, get up and move at least once per hour. Both passive and active treatments are very important for back health such as physiotherapy, massage therapy, and exercise.
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Reducing Cognitive Decline
Untreated hearing loss may result in long term consequences to healthy brain functioning. Past studies of shown that treated hearing loss by wearing hearing aids reduces the risk of cognitive decline associated with hearing loss. Dr. Frank Lin from Johns Hopkins University recommends treating hearing loss before “brain structural changes take place.” He states, “if you want to address hearing loss well, do it sooner rather than later.” If you haven’t had your hearing checked there is no better time than now.
Benefits of In-Home Pet Sitting
To make sure your pets stay healthy and safe this winter, consider these suggestions. Cats should not be left outside for extended periods. They are very susceptible to frostbite. The colder it is, the less they should be out. Different dog breeds need different accessories when outside. Short hair and single-coated dogs may need jackets to keep them warmer. Dogs with long paw fur or walking in highly salted areas may need boots to keep ice balls from forming in their pads. Boots also help keep grime off the dogs’ bellies.
Stay Fit & Healthy This Winter
Winter is upon us! This is not the time to hibernate and pack on extra weight or overindulge, it’s a time to stay focused and committed to taking care of our bodies during a harsh northern season. Now is the perfect time to start a challenging and effective exercise program that you can do all while in the warmth and comfort of your own home! Once you get in the groove of an effective exercise program at home, you’ll have the right tools and mindset to get (and stay) in peak shape over the cold winter months. After all, a ‘summer body’ is made in the winter!
Community Spotlight: Millennium Medical
Millennium Medical is a Pharmacy and Walk-In Clinic conveniently located right across the street from the University of Winnipeg, at the southeast corner of Balmoral Street and Portage Avenue. We offer many convenient services for the Downtown Winnipeg community, including extended clinic hours, free prescription delivery, easy prescription transfer, prescription compounding services, and even medication counseling. We are also home to some of Winnipeg’s most experienced physicians, including our clinic’s Staff Physician, our Family Practitioners, our on-site Surgeon, and our OB/GYN Specialists. We speak many languages to better serve the Downtown Winnipeg community, including Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu, Cantonese, Spanish, Gujarati, Tagalog, Pampango, Ilokano, and Pangalatok.
Laser Therapy to Quit Smoking
The first hurdle in quitting smoking is to get through the nicotine withdrawal phase, which people often dread. Our laser treatments significantly reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms, so people generally sail through this phase with greater ease. We apply a painless beam of cold laser therapy to specific acupuncture points on the ears, face, hands and feet. On a chemical level, cravings are a desire for endorphins and dopamine that used to be released by smoking. Laser acupuncture lets the body release those chemicals naturally, eliminating the physical need to smoke immediately.
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.
Stay Fit & Healthy This Winter
Winter is upon us! This is not the time to hibernate and pack on extra weight or overindulge, it’s a time to stay focused and committed to taking care of our bodies during a harsh northern season. Now is the perfect time to start a challenging and effective exercise program that you can do all while in the warmth and comfort of your own home! Once you get in the groove of an effective exercise program at home, you’ll have the right tools and mindset to get (and stay) in peak shape over the cold winter months. After all, a ‘summer body’ is made in the winter!
Product Review: SOLBRÜ Restore
Solbrü Restore is a sophisticated, modern elixir, made in Winnipeg with a blend of balancing herbs and functional mushrooms, inspired by ancient herbal remedies for detox and liver support. It’s a delicious alcohol-free, small-batch infusion that can be enjoyed as a shot, on the rocks, in an alcohol-free cocktail, mixed with nut or oat milk, or juice. These functional mushrooms and herbs contain phytonutrients that can decrease the effects of stress and support liver function, digestion, and immunity, all in a great-tasting elixir that includes notes of ginger, orange, apricot, and spices. 2 new flavours coming soon!
Stress Management Coaching
Stress and anxiety can impact us in many ways, emotionally, mentally, and physically. High-performing individuals often find themselves having trouble sleeping, experiencing high blood pressure, or becoming easily distracted. You may be feeling fatigued, depressed and not like the energetic and ambitious person you used to be. If this sounds like you, you might be overwhelmed by stressors that stem from your career or other areas of your life. If you are feeling overwhelmed and under major pressure, a stress management consultant can help you take back control, offering personalized support and coaching to control your triggers and manage how you react to stress.
Community Spotlight: Robert Lee Martial Arts
At Robert Lee Martial Arts Centre, the professionally trained and highly qualified instructors provide a range of martial arts classes for all ages, incorporating the teaching of strong character, leadership, good citizenship, and good values into each class. Robert Lee will enable an individual to focus and concentrate on achieving worthwhile goals and greatly enhance their ability to meet life’s challenges with confidence and perseverance. Along with martial arts classes, they offer Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Fitness Kickboxing and Bootcamp fitness classes, specializing in getting results and reaching fitness goals.
