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Treating Injuries

When treating an injury, there are a few things to consider when deciding whether to use heat or cold. Cold is typically used in the acute phase, or immediately after an injury. Cold therapy reduces superficial blood flow and helps prevent excessive swelling in the affected area. The numbing effect of cold therapy significantly decreases pain and muscle spasm. Heat, on the other hand, may be used in chronic injuries or shortly after the acute phase of an injury, usually when the swelling and inflammation have subsided and the tissue is no longer warm to the touch. Heat increases blood flow, which can help with tissue regeneration and repair, loosens muscles and joints, and provides an analgesic effect to soothe pain. When in doubt, use cold therapy to prevent the secondary complications of swelling and heat in the later stages of healing.

Albert Amante, Certified Athletic Therapist
InnovativeMedicalSupplies.com

New Product Review

It’s time to say goodbye to allergens, pollen, dust, mold, pet hair – virtually all airborne pollutants, as the Blue Pure 211 WiFi enabled air purifier captures 99% of particles up to PM 2.5. With a single touch, turn the unit on/off, select fan speeds, and be alerted for filter changes. A digital display lets you see and control the air you breathe to make sure it’s virtually free of allergy or asthma triggers. Or download the Blueair Friend app and connect it for remote control using any smart device. The enhanced 360-degree air intake ensures no pollutant escapes the 540 sq. ft. Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR). Using just 60 watts on the highest fan speed, the Blue Pure 211 is 60% more energy efficient than other air purifiers in its class. Your home will become a clean-air haven with the Blue Pure 211.

Aviva Natural Health Solutions
AvivaHealth.com

All About Aloe

Aloe Vera is quite an incredible medicinal plant, full of nutritional benefits. It contains: • 20 minerals, including iron, copper, zinc, magnesium, manganese, chromium, calcium, sodium, and potassium. • Amino acids – 19 of the 20 amino acids required by the body. • 12 vitamins – including vitamins C and E, and beta-carotene. It’s also one of the few plants in the world to contain vitamin B12. • Enzymes – lipases and proteases, which aid in digestion. • Saponins – Substances that exert a powerful anti-microbial effect against bacteria, viruses, fungi, and yeast. • Salicylic acid – When used topically, it helps to break down dead tissue. When taken orally, it acts as an anti-inflammatory. No wonder it’s used for such a wide range of remedies! The bulk of the Aloe Vera leaf is filled with a clear, gel-like substance, which is approximately 99% water. Humans have used Aloe Vera therapeutically for over 5,000 years – now that’s a long-standing track record!

Kim Ten Krooden
AloeLifestyle.ca

Relief from Back Pain

Back pain can range from mildly annoying to incapacitating. While taking pain medication has been the usual route, different avenues of care may be more effective and offer longer lasting results. Please seek immediate medical attention for numb or weak legs, or urinary problems. Strengthen your core – make sure it is done correctly by seeking professionally trained individuals. Apply heat to an aching back! Registered massage therapy relieves those tight muscles that may be pulling on your spine, pelvis, or shoulder girdles. Acupuncture offers pain relief, reduces inflammation, and relaxes tight muscles. It has been proven to lessen pain and improve function. Acupuncture, along with the above therapies, is recommended to replace opioid pain medication, and most importantly, acupuncture does not cause any significant adverse side effects. Nonneedle acupuncture treatment is available. Please inquire!

Naomi Johnson
HeklaAcupuncture.com

Why Clean Air Ducts?

Answer: Because they get dirty! There are several other factors that can increase the need for regular system cleaning: pets, occupants with allergies or asthma, cigarette or cigar smoke, and home renovation or remodeling projects. Allergy and asthma sufferers, as well as young children and the elderly, tend to be more susceptible to the types of poor indoor air quality that air duct cleaning can help address. We generate a great deal of contaminants and air pollutants, such as dander, dust, and chemicals. These contaminants are pulled into the HVAC system and re-circulated 5 to 7 times per day, on average. Over time, this re-circulation causes a build-up of contaminants in the ductwork, which could lead to bigger health issues that could cause serious problems for people with respiratory health conditions, autoimmune disorders, or some environmental allergies.

Dora Air Duct Cleaning
Dora-Cleaning.ca

Importance of Water Filters

Disinfecting our drinking water for more than a century with chlorine ensured it was free of the microorganisms that can cause serious diseases, such as typhoid fever. To this day, chlorine remains the most commonly used drinking water disinfectant. However, drinking tap water has been linked to bladder, breast, and bowel cancer; and long-term drinking, bathing, and swimming in chlorinated water has been shown to cause malignant melanoma. According to Dr. Rona, M.D., chlorinated water destroys most of the intestinal flora – friendly bacteria that help not only with the digestion of food, but with the production of vitamins B12 and K. Chlorinated water can destroy vitamin E and polyunsaturated fatty acids. All of these factors have been shown to result in skin irritations, including eczema, acne, and rashes. A total water whole-home filter removes 92-95% of the chemicals in our tap water, leaving all the essential minerals.

Total Water Cleaners
TotalWaterCleaners.com

Countering Effects of Sitting

The average person spends at least 9 hours a day sitting. It’s hard to escape the fact that the advance of technology has made us a very sedentary society. While many things in our lives have become easier, we have become unhealthy. Sitting has been coined “the new smoking” and almost everyone who sits in front of a computer at work is dealing with some kind of postural stress. Regular massage can counteract the imbalance caused from too much sitting, which can show up as pain and tightness in the neck, shoulders, and lower back. Massage therapy is the skillful manipulation of the soft tissues of the body, combining kneading, pressure, and percussion of the muscles to relieve tension and restore balance and posture.

Julie Sagnes, ChiroFit Winnipeg
ChiroFitWinnipeg.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

Taking Control of Finances

Wish you had a secret savings account for bills that pop out of nowhere? Learn our Save to Spend 6-Step Strategy. Forms are online at www.creditaid.ca/save-to-spend. 1) Transaction Register, or app like My Check Register – Record what’s going in and out, and include all monthly pre-authorized debits. 2) Monthly Budget Form – Prepare a draft spending plan and estimate monthly spending for each category. 3) Irregular Expenses – Identify annual costs that you can save for monthly, such as vehicle/house repairs or birthdays. 4) Payroll Planner – Can help you identify expenses to pay, by pay period. 5) Track the Real Spending – Save all receipts each month, add them up by category, and enter on the Monthly Budget Form. 6) Separate Savings Account, i.e., “My Secret Savings” – Save “irregular expenses” in a separate savings account each month and move these funds from chequing into a savings account you can name by category.

Brian Denysuik
Creditaid.ca

Eliminate Brain Fog

When we call the plumber, we expect to see debris from unclogging the pipes that needed addressing. Little did we know that those pipes had accumulated so much “guck” over the years! The same, unfortunately, can be said for our bodies. Too often, it is only when the “pipes” don’t work anymore that we call for help. When our lymphatic system and our arteries get clogged, illness gets diagnosed. With so little flow in our system, we shouldn’t be surprised if we are experiencing a foggy brain. On our journey towards wellness, we can expect some “guck” to be released when we visit a practitioner. To support the “plumbing” experience, we need good tools: water to flush the guck, rest so the body can integrate the changes it needs to make, and good protein to increase the brain’s energy resources.

Joanne Couture, RMFT, RSW
Brainwave Optimization®
LaLobaTraumaRelease.com

The Perfect Workout Snack!

Whether you’re hitting the gym early in the morning or right after work, it’s always easier to have a ready-made snack you can eat quickly on the go. One option that provides your body with protein, carbohydrates, and fat is peanut butter protein balls. These require only 5 simple ingredients.

To make approximately 10-12 balls, you will need:

1/2 cup natural peanut butter
1/4 cup vanilla protein powder
2/3 cup quick oats,
tbsp mini chocolate chips
1 tbsp honey.

Mix ingredients in a mixing bowl thoroughly. Use a tablespoon worth of the mixture and roll into balls. These are great to eat prior to or after a workout. Eating 1 or 2 with a piece of fruit is the perfect quick and easy snack. Remaining protein balls can be refrigerated. You can also try adding other ingredients (coconut, dried cranberries, roasted pumpkin seeds, etc.).

Heath Vermette, CAT(C)
SouthSherbrook.com