Sometimes an illness changes the way we look. Sometimes it is the treatment that causes the changes. In the case of Cancer treatment, the most notorious and telltale sign is baldness. It makes us visible and vulnerable to the public. Hair loss may be temporary, but may seriously affect our body image, sexuality and sense of self. There are now new ways of preventing hair loss during cancer treatment so that you can maintain privacy about your illness and look and feel great about your appearance. The use of Scalp Cooling is proven to be an effective way of combatting cancer-related hair loss.
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Community Profile: Kelburn Estates
Kelburn Estates Mental Health & Addictions Recovery Centre is a private residential wellness centre on 45 beautiful acres along the red river, here in Manitoba. We pride ourselves in providing confidential and multi-disciplinary expertise for our guests to reclaim, develop, and sustain a meaningful life. A life free from the destructive mental health disease and related substance abuse. Our mission is to create and maintain a lasting relationship with our guests, families, and community service providers. At Kelburn Estates, we will walk with you on your journey to recovery.
Get Outdoors for Better Sleep
June is a great time to make improvements to your sleeping habits. With longer daylight hours and warmer temperatures, you can spend more time outdoors. Being outside in natural surroundings not only reduces stress, but the exposure to natural light helps to regulate your sleep and wake cycles. Take this opportunity every day to enjoy a walk in the park, a ride on your bike, gardening, or some other outside activity. More exposure to natural light during the day and less time in front of the TV/computer at night could go a long way to improving your sleep.
Exploring Food Sensitivities
Food sensitivity testing is a valuable tool used by many naturopathic doctors to improve overall health and wellness. A food sensitivity is very different from a food allergy – it is not life-threatening, and usually develops over a period of months or years. Food sensitivities can contribute to inflammation anywhere in the body, and can affect any body system. Common conditions like IBS, migraines, and weight gain often greatly improve when food sensitivity testing is used as part of a treatment plan. Consider visiting your local naturopathic doctor to explore if food sensitivity testing might be right for you.
How to Prevent Golfer’s Elbow
Golfer’s elbow, also known as medial epicondylosis, is an overuse injury caused by overloading and/or repetitive stress to the flexor tendon. The common flexor tendon attaches to the end of the humeral bone at the inside of the elbow and is formed by muscles that flex the wrist and run along the length of the forearm. The ulnar nerve is near this tendon, and if it becomes irritated, you may experience numbness or tingling along the inside of the forearm and into the ring and pinky fingers. Doing strengthening exercises and stretches can help to prevent this tendon microtrauma.
Community Profile: Kelburn Estates
Kelburn Estates Mental Health & Addictions Recovery Centre is a private residential wellness centre on 45 beautiful acres along the red river, here in Manitoba. We pride ourselves in providing confidential and multi-disciplinary expertise for our guests to reclaim, develop, and sustain a meaningful life. A life free from the destructive mental health disease and related substance abuse. Our mission is to create and maintain a lasting relationship with our guests, families, and community service providers. At Kelburn Estates, we will walk with you on your journey to recovery.
Natural Product Spotlight
Garden of Life Sport Organic Plant-Based Protein is the cleanest protein available having quadruple, third-party certifications saying so. Not only is it Certified USDA Organic and Non-GMO Project Verified, Organic Plant-Based Protein takes it to the next level for sport by being NSF Certified for Sport and Informed-Choice for Sport Certified. This ensures there are no banned athletic substances—just whole clean nutrients. This product is formulated to help your body recover faster, build and repair muscle and fuel your metabolism with Truly Clean multi-sourced plant-based protein and antioxidants. Support immune system health during training with 2 Billion CFU of Clinically Studied Probiotics.
There’s an OIL for That!
Essential oils contain powerful properties that can help keep your garden bug-free, the natural way. This simple recipe uses the power of peppermint oil to ward off unwanted visitors, keeping your home and garden happy. Simply fill a 16-ounce glass spray bottle with water, leaving an inch or so of room at the top. Add 15 drops of peppermint oil and shake well before each use. Apply spray to every plant in your garden, making sure to cover the stems and undersides of leaves as well. Spray again after each rainfall.
Muscle Pain? Try Dry Needling!
Pain and muscle soreness is something that affects many of us. One of the most supported treatments for muscle pain is trigger point dry needling. This treatment has been demonstrated to have a significant effect on muscle tone and myofascial trigger point pain, through mechanical, electrophysical, chemical, and neurophysiological mechanisms. Dry needling has been shown to be effective for numerous pathologies, such as muscle strains, neck and back pain, jaw pain (TMJ), headaches, and chronic pain syndromes such as fibromyalgia. It is especially effective when combined with other physiotherapy techniques and treatments, including manual therapy, exercise, and education.
The Gut and Your Metabolism
What does healthy glucose metabolism mean? It means all-day energy because your levels don’t drop, so say goodbye to that afternoon nap. It also means that those persistent cravings become a distant memory, because you don’t need that pick-me-up snack to get through the day. But Plexus Slim, along with that, also helps to maintain healthy blood pressure levels and cardiovascular health, and helps the body metabolize carbohydrates and fats, which in turn helps with weight management. It all adds up to a healthier you.
It’s time to take control of your health, rebalance your metabolism, and recharge your life!
Do You Suffer From Hypertension?
Hypertension affects more than one in five Canadians. The Government of Canada states that it is the number one reason for taking medication. Unfortunately, many people have difficulty controlling their blood pressure even with conventional medical treatments. If the cause of your hypertension is due to plaque build-up in your arteries, very often it can be helped naturally. To determine if there is arterial narrowing and restricted blood flow, a simple, non-invasive test using digital pulsewave analysis can be performed. Depending on the results, specific nutritional formulations can be taken to open the arteries, thereby decreasing blood pressure.
