July 24 marks International Self-Care Day — a gentle reminder that taking care of yourself is essential at every stage of life. For seniors, self-care can be as simple as staying hydrated, getting quality sleep, enjoying gentle movement like stretching or walking, or spending time with loved ones. Engaging in hobbies, staying socially connected, and setting aside quiet time for relaxation all support emotional well-being. Even small acts of self-kindness can boost mood, energy, and independence. Celebrate yourself this month and remember — caring for your body, mind, and spirit is never selfish.
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Foods to Keep You Hydrated
Staying hydrated isn’t just about drinking water; consuming water-rich foods is also vital. Fruits and vegetables like cucumbers, tomatoes, watermelon, and strawberries contain high water content, which helps maintain hydration. These foods not only provide fluids but also essential vitamins and minerals that support overall health. Incorporating salads, smoothies, and soups into your diet can further enhance hydration levels. Foods with high water content can be especially beneficial in hot weather or during physical activity, ensuring the body remains adequately hydrated without the need to constantly drink fluids. This approach supports digestive health and overall well-being.
Local Business Spotlight
Total Tub is a Manitoba-based company specializing in bathroom safety and accessibility solutions. We provide and install high-quality Canadian-made products including Quick Tub® shower conversions, grab bars, railings, and wall-mounted benches. Our services promote independent living for individuals with mobility challenges, helping reduce the risk of slips and falls—80% of which occur in the bathroom. As licensed installers and authorized dealers, we proudly offer OBC/AODA-compliant solutions for both residential and commercial needs. Locally owned and operated, we’re small enough to listen, big enough to deliver.
It’s Your Turn to Quit Smoking
Laser Therapy is an accu-pressure point therapy similar to acupuncture but without the dreaded needles. It is a modernized natural approach to help heal the body without the use of drugs. The entire procedure is external, and the laser treatment conducts low energy to accu-pressure points to your ears, face, hands, arm, legs, and feet. The first hurdle in quitting smoking is to get through the nicotine withdrawal phase, which people often dread. The laser treatments significantly reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms, so people generally sail through this phase with greater ease and break their nicotine addiction.
Ocular Discomfort and Eye Fatigue
If you experience blurry or double vision, eye discomfort, or daily headaches with vision at work, you could be dealing with eye fatigue related to extensive eye use in a challenging visual environment. Contributing factors can include eye muscle or eye focussing inadequacies, dry eyes, improper computer ergonomics, eye refractive changes, over exposure to low wavelength light, and underlying health conditions. A complete eye exam that includes a good case history, testing of visual functions, ocular health assessment, and an understanding of treatment options, are all important to diagnose and manage the problem.
Ocular Discomfort and Eye Fatigue
If you experience blurry or double vision, eye discomfort, or daily headaches with vision at work, you could be dealing with eye fatigue related to extensive eye use in a challenging visual environment. Contributing factors can include eye muscle or eye focussing inadequacies, dry eyes, improper computer ergonomics, eye refractive changes, over exposure to low wavelength light, and underlying health conditions. A complete eye exam that includes a good case history, testing of visual functions, ocular health assessment, and an understanding of treatment options, are all important to diagnose and manage the problem.
A Reason to Smile Again
For many, tooth loss brings a cascade of negative emotions, from embarrassment to a profound loss of confidence. This is where dentures come into play. Beyond their functional role in improving speech and allowing individuals to eat comfortably, dentures also play a role in self-esteem. Many denture wearers report feeling more comfortable in social situations and smiling more freely. While the adjustment period may bring some challenges, the emotional benefits are significant. With proper fit and care, dentures can help individuals feel like themselves again—confident, empowered, and ready to face the world with a renewed sense of self-worth.
A Reason to Smile Again
For many, tooth loss brings a cascade of negative emotions, from embarrassment to a profound loss of confidence. This is where dentures come into play. Beyond their functional role in improving speech and allowing individuals to eat comfortably, dentures also play a role in self-esteem. Many denture wearers report feeling more comfortable in social situations and smiling more freely. While the adjustment period may bring some challenges, the emotional benefits are significant. With proper fit and care, dentures can help individuals feel like themselves again—confident, empowered, and ready to face the world with a renewed sense of self-worth.
Keep Your Pet Cool This Summer
Did you know that heat stroke can lead to brain damage, organ failure, and death? Let’s keep your pets safe, healthy & happy. Don’t let them play hard on hot days and make sure they have access to fresh water. Before walking your pets, test the temperature of the pavement. If you can’t hold the back of your hand on the pavement for 10 seconds, it is too hot for your pets’ pads. Never leave your pet in a vehicle, even for “just a minute” while you run errands. Studies have shown that, even with the windows partially open, interior temperatures can rise to over 38 C in about 7 minutes at 31 C.
Keep Your Pet Cool This Summer
Did you know that heat stroke can lead to brain damage, organ failure, and death? Let’s keep your pets safe, healthy & happy. Don’t let them play hard on hot days and make sure they have access to fresh water. Before walking your pets, test the temperature of the pavement. If you can’t hold the back of your hand on the pavement for 10 seconds, it is too hot for your pets’ pads. Never leave your pet in a vehicle, even for “just a minute” while you run errands. Studies have shown that, even with the windows partially open, interior temperatures can rise to over 38 C in about 7 minutes at 31 C.
Clean Eating Recipe
Ginger Mojito Mocktail. 1-inch grated ginger. 1-inch grated cucumber. Juice of half a lime. 6 mint leaves. 1 cup sparkling water. Muddle ginger, cucumber, and lime in a bowl. Strain the mixture into your glass using a small strainer. rub mint leaves together and place in glass. Add ice and top with half ginger beer, half sparkling water. Stir and garnish with your choice of lime wheels, ginger, cucumber or mint. Enjoy!
