Irish Breakfast. Our magnificent Irish Breakfast is a stout, robust blend of Kenya and Assam teas that have superb colour and are very full bodied. This low-calorie, refreshing tea is excellent in the early morning or afternoon and pairs well with milk and sweetener. It also contains minerals such as calcium, zinc and magnesium, which are especially great for antioxidant activity and oral hygiene. Research studies have linked black tea consumption with reduced stress, and reduced risk of cancer and heart disease. It also helps fight cell damage, increases immunity and energy, and improves your mood. A tea packed full of surprises!
Community News
Local Spotlight: Pure Joy Naturals
Pure Joy Naturals is manufactured in Schanzenfeld, Manitoba just south of Winkler, and is Manitoba’s largest supplier of premium essential oils. Rob and Coral work hard to deliver the best premium essential oils and proprietary blends on the market. Their handmade natural products are for those who are encouraged to live a toxic-free lifestyle. Pure Joy Naturals believe in giving back and helping our community. When you purchase Pure Joy Naturals products, they contribute a portion of the proceeds to a project called “Community of Kindness”. This project helps to support those who are in need right here at home.
WELLness – Thank you, Live Life Alarms
My husband is in the early stages of Alzheimers. He continues to enjoy riding his bike and I used to get very worried as he would sometimes have difficulty finding his way home. Getting him a Live Life mobile alert was the best thing we have done as now I can readily find out quickly where he is. He recently went out cycling and was gone for some time so I called him on his alert pendant. Not only could I talk with him but the Mobile Alert sent me an automatic return text showing his exact location on Google Maps. This has given me so much confidence now and allows him to continue doing what he loves. Vicki Ogston. LiveLifeAlarms.ca
Loneliness May Lead to Bad Health
Several studies have shown social isolation can negatively affect your health. This National Institute on Aging primer notes that loneliness can lead to high blood pressure, depression, and put you at greater risk of illness. That could mean more doctor’s visits and higher health care costs. And what if you or your loved one takes a fall with no one around? Beyond the physical pain, the financial implications could be high. And then there’s the emotional toll of social isolation, which can be even more devastating. These are all things to consider when deciding whether you or your loved one spend the next chapter of life at home or in a senior living community.
Sleep Hygiene – Ending Insomnia
When insomnia is ongoing, try altering your sleep habits. There is ample clinical evidence supporting the effectiveness of a concept called Sleep Hygiene – recommendations that help with the specific aim of improving sleep quality. Even a few slight adjustments can help immensely. These can include having a bedtime routine and avoiding nicotine, caffeine and alcohol. Listen to soothing music, and schedule ‘worry’ time for the next day. Patients can phone Cerebra Health to get a sleep study sent directly to their home. The results are interpreted by a specialist at Cardio 1 Medical and the appropriate treatments are reviewed with each person one on one.
Diabetic Neuropathy
Diabetic neuropathy is nerve damage caused by diabetes. Over time, high blood glucose levels can damage the small blood vessels that nourish your nerves with oxygen and nutrients. Without enough oxygen and nutrients, your damaged nerves can cause a loss of sensation in your feet, while others may experience a burning or shooting pain in their lower legs. VoxxLife HPT has been proven to improve circulation. In a clinical study involving 1,000 participants, more than 90% reported significant reduction in pain from diabetic neuropathy by using VoxxLife HPT technology.
Hurt vs. Harm
In most cases, experiencing pain after an injury isn’t causing harm or inhibiting recovery. Trying to avoid any pain after an injury can often slow our recovery because we’re not moving enough! Simple guidelines to follow in respect to activity-related pain after injury are: 1) Pain should be tolerable and not worsen with repetition. 2) Pain should not last for over two hours after activity. 3) You shouldn’t have swelling or redness in the painful area. If you’re experiencing an injury and aren’t sure about what and what not to do, contact a physiotherapist to guide you through the pain!
Words To Live By
“Life is a quarry, out of which we are to mold and chisel and complete a character.”- Samuel Butler
Wellness Vacation – Explore the Mediterranean
A Mediterranean cruise can be an adventure back in time or a chance to appreciate the modern culture and lifestyle offered by this amazing region. Be inspired by architectural masterpieces and rustic ruins, and take in the stunning scenery, including breathtaking blue seas and sundrenched hillsides. Enjoy learning about the rich culture through sumptuous local food, great local wines, and maybe a story or two from local residents. Taking a cruise through this historic and exciting region gives you an opportunity to see all that it has to offer from a unique perspective, providing memories that will last a lifetime.
Homeopathy and Chronic Disease
Do you live with aches and pains because there is no other option? Homeopathy offers a holistic and complementary treatment to both chronic and acute diseases. It individualizes patient care by focusing on how symptoms of disease manifest in you, and not on the disease itself. Using homeopathy, chronic disease is manageable in a gentle, effective, and rapid manner. Homeopathy is an individualized branch of natural medicine that stimulates the body’s innate ability to heal. Each person manifests disease in their own unique way, so homeopathy uses thorough case-taking to find the most individualized remedy for each patients symptoms.
Yoga Increases Ability
Many people think that flexibility is required to participate in yoga; this is not the case. Anyone can practice yoga. With the correct modifications and the use of props to aide with the poses, even the least flexible can begin to grow their yoga practice. The addition of yoga to any current physical activity (or lack thereof) can increase stamina, strength, endurance and prevent potential injuries from occurring. Yoga poses are also very beneficial when added to reconditioning programs or injury rehabilitation. A Physiotherapist can assess the injury and level of deconditioning and formulate the best program to maximize your ability.
