June is Migraine Awareness Month, a time to shed light on a condition that affects millions and is often misunderstood. Migraines can be an invisible illness. Just because you cannot see the symptoms does not mean they are not real or debilitating. More than just headaches, migraines can involve intense pain, nausea, and sensitivity to light and sound, disrupting daily life. Triggers vary and may include stress, certain foods, dehydration, and sleep changes. As a pharmacist, I encourage tracking symptoms and exploring treatment options. If migraines are frequent or severe, consult your healthcare provider for a personalized plan.
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Physiotherapy for an Active Summer
After a long Saskatchewan winter, many of us are eager to return to golfing, gardening, lake days, walking, travelling, and enjoying the outdoors. But pain, stiffness, leaking, tension, or lingering injuries can make summer activities feel frustrating instead of fun. At Warman Physio, we believe you should not have to simply “live with it” or push through discomfort to stay active. Our team takes a whole-body approach, identifying the root cause of pain and creating personalized treatment plans based on your goals and lifestyle. Whether you want to keep up with your kids, exercise comfortably, or move with greater ease, we are here to help you enjoy summer feeling your best.
June Trivia
.1. Q: How many minutes of moderate exercise are recommended weekly for adults? 2. Q: Which vitamin helps protect the skin from oxidative damage caused by UV exposure? 3. True or False? Men typically lose muscle mass faster after age 30 if they do not stay active.
Clean Eating Recipe
Lemon Herb Quinoa Salad 1 ½ cups quinoa, 2 ¼ cups water, 2 Tbsp fresh mint, leaves only, chopped, 2 Tbsp fresh basil, leaves only, chopped, 15 cherry tomatoes, halved, ⅓ cup finely diced red onion, 1 tsp finely grated lemon zest, 1½ Tbsp lemon juice, 2 Tbsp olive oil, ½ tsp salt. Place water and quinoa in a medium pot. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover and cook for 8 to 9 minutes, until tender. When cooked, remove from heat to cool. Add all remaining ingredients, mix well and enjoy.
Book Club:
The Harvard Medical School Guide to Men’s Health – distills 25 years of research on men’s health into a comprehensive resource. It covers diet, exercise, supplements, and diseases like prostate cancer. The guide also offers advice on alcohol consumption, stress control, and navigating the healthcare system, making it an essential reference for men’s health. Ask at your local bookstore.
Trivia Answers
.1. At least 150 minutes. 2.Vitamin C. 3. True.
Words to Live By
“You will never find time for anything. If you want time, you must make it” – Charles Buxton
Words to Live By
“Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” – Albert Einstein
Mini Taco Salad’s
Ingredients: 2 Cans of Pilsbury Croissants,1lb lean ground beef, 1 pack low-salt taco seasoning, Optional: Kidney/refried or Black Beans, 4 Fresh Tomotoes (diced), ½ Head of Lettice (shredded), 2C Nacho/TexMex cheese (shredded), Sour cream, Salsa. Directions: Preheat oven to 375 degrees. using a 12 place Muffin Tin, line each with parchment paper cut in circles to fit hole/depth, or grease non-stick muffin tin. Take Croissant dough, pull triangles apart, place 1 to 2 pieces crisscross to cover/fill each muffin cup, press in and up along sides gently. Pre-bake the dough cups first. Bake for 6–8 minutes, Just until it starts setting (not fully browned) Fry Ground beef mix in taco seasoning. Add cooked ground been mixture and beans evenly in cups, top with grated cheese. Bake again another 8–12 minutes Until dough is golden and crisp. Cool, remove from muffin tin, top with lettuce, tomato, sour cream & salsa
Health & Wellness in Every Project
Renovating or building isn’t just about materials and blueprints—it’s about creating safe, healthy environments that support physical and mental well-being. Following regulations, improving indoor air quality, and ensuring proper circulation and ventilation all play a vital role. Thoughtful design choices—like south-facing windows for more natural light and reduced energy use—enhance both comfort and efficiency. Addressing safety and mobility concerns, such as walk-in showers, easier-wide access bathrooms, and taller toilets, promotes independence and reduces risk. Combined with functional layouts and ergonomic design, these features create spaces that are practical, welcoming, and supportive of long-term wellness.
Giving your Product/Service a Voice
Not every product or service is easy to Promote. Some require more than a catchy slogan or visual Ad— That’s where the power of an editorial in the WellnessNEWS comes in. Unlike a traditional visual Advertisement, an Editorial allows you to PROVIDE INFORMATION, EXPLAIN the HEALTH BENEFITS, or PROVIDE TIPS and INFORMATION to Readers to help prevent a potential health/wellness issue. Readers engage with the editorials differently than they do with Visual Ads. They’re not just being told to buy a product or service—they are being educated and informed. Given time to understand the benefits to their health and wellbeing
