Castor oil is an age old beauty treatment that has been kept in the dark, until now. This oil can be used on the scalp to help prevent and cure hair loss and it is effective at this for several reasons. It’s antibacterial and anti-fungal properties make it beneficial against follliculitus, dandruff and scalp infections and its ricinoleic acid content helps increase circulation to the scalp and improve hair growth. Ricinoleic acid is also said to help balance your natural pH which can also help replenish the scalp’s natural oils and undo some of the damage of harsh chemical hair products. The antioxidants in castor oil also support the keratin in hair and help make it stronger, smoother and less frizzy. Remember that castor oil is quite thick, and should be diluted with another oil, such as coconut oil in a 3:1 ratio. Massage into your scalp and hair, leave on for several minutes, and rinse!
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4 Tips to Help Balance Hormones
Hormones are your body’s chemical messengers. They travel in your bloodstream to tissues and organs. They work slowly, over time, and affect many different processes, including: Growth and development, Metabolism, Reproduction and Mood. If you have symptoms like fatigue, skin issues, weight gain, sleep problems, PMS, endometriosis, infertility or other issues, chances are you have a hormonal imbalance! Here are some tips to help balance you out:
1) Avoid polyunsaturated fats. Choose fats like coconut oil, olive oil and real butter.
2) Limit caffeine. This can be hard for some, but try to slowly replace your coffee with beneficial herbal tea.
3) Avoid toxins. This, again, can be a challenge as toxins are found in many household items. When cooking, using glass or non-coated metal pans and avoid plastics!
4) Sleep! This can singlehandedly improve hormones and is even linked to longer life, less chance of disease and optimizing weight.
Beat Chronic Inflammation with Cilantro
Cilantro, also known as Coriander or Chinese parsley, is one of the most effective natural detoxifying remedies for removing heavy metals and other harmful toxins from your body. It is particularly great for removing mercury. The chemical compounds in cilantro bind to toxic metals and loosen them from the tissue. Heavy metals have been connected with serious health problems, such as heart disease, kidney disease, lung disease, emotional problems and cancer. Cilantro itself is a great source of healthy minerals, like potassium, manganese, calcium, magnesium and iron. It also has awesome amounts of vitamin K and A. It has been shown to be an effective antifungal, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory, which all can help you detox your system and return to balance.
Plant-Based Eating
There is no doubt the report from the World Health Organization classifying numerous meat products as carcinogenic is stirring up a response in many of us. Although there has been lots of evidence to suggest a diet including meat can be detrimental to not only our health but also to that of the planet, many people find it difficult to adopt a more plant-based diet. Food is not just what we put in our bodies, it is fuel for daily activities, as well as tastes, flavours, and smells associated with memories. Making dietary changes can be challenging. You will have habits you need to break, and new cooking skills and information you need to learn. Having someone to be accountable to and who will provide knowledge and direction along the way is helpful in making successful dietary changes -this is where a health coach can be an invaluable resource.
Amanda Lily, Holistic Health Coach
www.amandalily.com
Clean Eating: Spicy Cabbage Soup
Ingredients:
1 Onion sliced
3 Garlic cloves minced
2 diced Jalapeno
2 tsp Coriander
5 C Vegetable broth
1 15oz can diced Tomatoes
3 C thinly sliced Cabbage
2 diced Bell Peppers
8 Stalks of chopped Celery
2 Tbsp. Basil
2 Tbsp. Oregano
Salt and Pepper to taste
Directions:
1. Combine onion, garlic, salt and pepper, japaleno, peppers, celery and herbs and sauté until tender.
2. Add the tomatoes, cabbage and broth and bring to a simmer.
3. Cook for 45 minutes on low heat until cabbage is tender.
4. Serve and enjoy!
Myles Fanjoy
Business Spotlight
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Life Assure
www.lifeassure.com
Book Club: Wheat Belly: 10-Day Grain Detox
Through the New York Times bestseller Wheat Belly, millions of people learned how to reverse years of chronic health problems by removing wheat from their daily diets. Now, Dr. William Davis has created an easy and accessible 10-day detox program. Wheat Belly 10-Day Grain Detox supplies you with carefully designed meal plans and delicious recipes to fully eliminate wheat and related grains in the shortest time possible. Perfect for those who may have fallen off the gluten-free wagon or for newcomers who need a jump-start to weight loss, this new addition to the Wheat Belly phenomenon guides you through the complete detox experience.
William Davis
www.wheatbelly.com
Medication Reviews
When managing multiple or complex medications, it is key to have an awareness of all of the potential side effects and possible drug interactions. This includes all over the counter medications. A pharmacist will review all of these products and help to ensure that you are taking the right products at the right times. Pharmacists conducting home visits can help to monitor the effects on a regular basis. If there are any concerns, the pharmacist will contact the physician to discuss possible adjustments in doses. The goal in all medication reviews is to prevent any issues before they happen. Medication reviews can often prevent falls, visit to hospitals or emergency rooms and help people stay in their own homes as long as possible. This provides peace of mind to both patients and caregivers, allowing them to more fully enjoy their lives. Call our pharmacist for a medication review in the comfort of your home.
Care At Home Pharmacy
www.careathomepharmacy.ca
STOP BUYING INTERNET GLASSES!
If you have gotten “lucky” by ordering your eyeglasses online meaning you can actually wear them on your face and see through the lenses, good for you! Unfortunately, luck has a LOT to do with it.
We take a huge risk when we can’t even try on our glasses first, and can’t hold them in our hands to feel every little creak. Plus how do you actually measure your eyes? Taking the individual distances between them to a fraction of a millimetre can obviously be difficult, and guessing at your optical centre height without the frame present is next to impossible! Licensed opticians still make mistakes at taking pupil heights when their patient is present, so I’m not exactly sure how late person is supposed to guess over a computer screen?
In addition to these challenges, virtually every lab returns a small percentage of eyeglasses that somehow slipped through the final check, and are made wrong. This is why a reputable surfacing/edging Iab will check many times throughout the edging process by a different set of eyes, and your trusted optician will do a final check when the glasses arrive at their office. But who checks out your Internet glasses? Who even makes them?
Fortunately today there are better choices! Many licensed opticians have frames and lenses that are extremely well-priced and will even check or fix your internet glasses! Call one today!
Christine Neustaeter, Eye GO Mobile Optical, www.Eyego.ca
How Well Are You Managing Your Money?
LCTaylor Trustees in Bankruptcy
Complete this quick quiz about your money management activities and get a financial health score. Get a pen and paper, and then choose the answer that best describes your financial situation for the following questions.
Do you set aside money to handle yearly expenses? (car or house insurance, property taxes, etc.)
- Yes, I always make sure I have the money on hand (5 point value)
- Yes, but I sometimes still get surprised or don’t have enough to cover the expenses (3 point value)
- No (1 point value)
Do you set aside money to handle small emergencies? (car, appliance repairs, etc.)
- Yes, I always make sure I have the money on hand (5 point value)
- Yes, but I sometimes still get surprised or don’t have enough to cover the expenses (3 point value)
- No (1 point value)
Do you have a savings plan for personal goals? (buying a car or house, taking a vacation, retirement, etc.)
- Yes, and I am ahead of schedule (5 point value)
- Yes, and I am on track (4 point value)
- Yes, but I am behind (3 point value)
- No (1 point value)
Do you make a budget and review it?
- Daily (5 point value)
- Weekly (4 point value)
- Monthly (3 point value)
- Quarterly (2 point value)
- Yearly (1 point value)
- Never (0 point value)
Do you keep track of all expenses and income for yourself and your family?
- Daily (5 point value)
- Weekly (4 point value)
- Monthly (3 point value)
- Quarterly (2 point value)
- Yearly (1 point value)
- Never (0 point value)
Do you buy items you don’t need or can’t afford and regret it afterwards?
- Never (5 point value)
- Rarely (4 point value)
- Sometimes (3 point value)
- Often (1 point value)
Do you carry a balance on your credit card?
- Never (5 point value)
- Rarely (4 point value)
- Sometimes (3 point value)
- Usually (2 point value)
- Always (1 point value)
Do you use credit cards because they are convenient, or because you cannot pay cash or debit?
- I can always pay cash or debit, but I prefer credit cards for convenience (5 point value)
- Sometimes I cannot pay cash or debit (3 point value)
- Usually I cannot pay cash or debit (2 point value)
- I can rarely pay cash or debit (1 point value)
Do you have to borrow money to make it from one pay cheque to the next?
- Never (5 point value)
- Once in the last 5 years (4 point value)
- Once in the past year (3 point value)
- A few times in the past year (2 point value)
- Every month (1 point value)
Has a collection agency ever contacted you to repay a debt?
- Never (5 point value)
- Once in the past 5 years (4 point value)
- Once in the past year (3 point value)
- In the past month (2 point value)
- In the past week (1 point value)
Score categories:
Financial whiz (40 to 50 points): You’re doing great! Your finances are under control and you are saving for the future.
Financial manager (26 to 39 points): You’re doing well. You probably have a budget and stick to it most of the time. Taking a closer look at your expenses or attending a money management class might help you get to the next level.
Financial survivor (11 to 25 points): You’re hanging in there, but you could be doing better. Getting some help with budgeting and planning will help you avoid financial surprises and enjoy your earnings with less risk.
Financial disorder (0 to 10 points): You need help. The debt is piling up and is probably greater than your income. You need to take a serious look at your finances and get professional advice to try to avoid bankruptcy.
LCTaylor Trustees in Bankruptcy, www.lctaylor.com
YOUR NOVEMBER COMMUNITY EVENTS!
November 20 – 6:00 – 9:00 pm
November 21 – 10:00 – 5:00 pm
Aromatic Earth Aromatherapy Christmas Open House
Free Product Draws, Free Refreshments!
417 Haney Street
Sue Mazur, 204-232-1194
www.aromaticearth.ca
November 19
6:00 – 8:00 pm
Dog Body Language Seminar:
Learn to read your dog better, thus understand them better.
4180 Waverley Street. Grassroots Canine.
204-990-4423
www.grassrootscanine.com
November 14 & 28
Christmas Shopping?
Rides to St. Vital Shopping Center or Polo Park Mall.
$10 round trip!
Call to reserve your seat.
Triple L at Your Service, 204-261-0155
www.triplelatyourservice.com
November 15
10:00 – 3:00 pm
Optima Modern Apothecary Grand Opening & Christmas Sale
Custom Beauty Bar & Holistic Day Spa.
487 Provencher Blvd.
204-615-0588
www.immortellerevolution.ca
November 20
7:30 – 9:00 pm
Juice Plus+, Prevention Plus+, The Power of Whole Foods.
Inspiring Healthy Living Seminar – FREE @ Canad Inns St. James.
Alisa Herriman, RNCP ROHP CHCP.
November 26 – 6:30 – 9:30 pm
November 27 – 9:00 am – 4:00 pm.
A Journey through the Chakra system & how it connects to your emotional body:
A hands on workshop with D’Arcy Bruning-Haid.
Wellnessnews discount: $150 (regularly $175)
204-475-5339
