May is Hypertension Awareness Month, which is used to highlight the health issues associated with the condition. Hypertension, also called high blood pressure, means that your blood pressure is higher than normal. This results from the heart working too hard to push blood through arterial circulation. Chronic and untreated hypertension can lead to damage or weakening of the blood vessels or scarring of blood vessel walls, which can increase the risk of coronary heart disease. Along with making healthy lifestyle changes, those with hypertension may find that Bioresonance therapy is able to help with lowering and normalizing their blood pressure.
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Maintaining Brain Health
When it comes to brain health, it’s always better to try to prevent any future problems rather than deal with them once it’s too late. Some ways you can help to prevent cognitive decline include: 1) Keep your fuel stable – Avoid sugary, high carb foods to minimize glucose spikes, which tax your system greatly. 2) Exercise regularly – Some exercise is better than none, especially as we age. 3) Get enough sleep – Most of the cleaning and repairing functions in the brain occur during sleep. There can be severe consequences when we try to skimp on that essential self-care step!
Time to Quit Smoking
May 31 marks World No Tobacco Day, a day that the World Health Organization uses to inform the public of the dangers of tobacco use. What better time to quit smoking? There are plenty of great reasons to kick the habit, including: lower blood pressure; better circulation; improved lung function; and lower risk of various types of cancer, stroke, and coronary heart disease. Quitting smoking can also reduce the risk of pregnancy complications and impotency, as well as can add years to your life expectancy. It’s never too late to quit and reap the many health benefits from doing so!
Disability Tax Credit Eligibility
When people have restrictions, physically or mentally, they may be entitled to apply for a tax credit. There are different ways in which a person can be eligible for the disability tax credit (DTC). In all cases, the impairment must be prolonged. Also, the person must meet one of the following criteria: 1. Is markedly restricted in at least one of the basic activities of daily living. 2. Is significantly restricted in two or more or the basic activities of daily living (can include a vision impairment). 3. Needs life-sustaining therapy. The credit can allow a person $2500 in tax savings each year as well as a $25,000 Lump Sum Refund. Expert help is available in applying for this substantial tax credit.
Norwex® Microfiber Body Cloth and Towel
Norwex’s Microfiber Body and Face Cloth cleanses your skin using only water! This ultra-soft cloth feels amazing, and is perfect for sensitive, delicate and/or mature skin. From gentle, daily cleaning to weekly exfoliation, Norwex’s body and facial care microfiber is great for healthy, vibrant, glowing skin. Take pampering to the next level with Norwex’s beautiful, warm, lightweight, highly absorbent and fast-drying Microfiber Bath Towels. The Baclock® antibacterial agent inhibits bacterial odour, and mold/mildew growth within the product. From yarn and dyes to trim and label, the Standard 100 by OEKO-TEX® certify that Norwex’s microfiber is free from harmful substances!
Easy Warm-Up Exercises
With the beautiful weather of summer comes an increase in many people’s activity levels. We are more motivated to get out and enjoy the sunshine while it lasts. With the increase in physical activity comes an increase in activity-related injuries and muscle strains. To reduce injury occurrence, a very simple thing we all can do is some easy warm-up exercises. Lunges, bending forward, arm circles, side bending, and jumping jacks are some great exercises that can warm up and stretch a lot of muscles before we get going. Post-exercise stretching will also reduce your risk of injury. Enjoy the sunshine!
Natural Ways to Control Hypertension
If you have hypertension (aka high blood pressure), there are some lifestyle changes you can make that may help to lower your blood pressure over time. Exercising regularly can not only help to lower your blood pressure, but may also lead to a healthier body weight, which can lower blood pressure even more. Eating a healthy diet that is low in saturated fat, cholesterol, salt, caffeine and alcohol is also important, as is getting enough quality sleep each night. To help control your stress levels, look for activities that make you feel calm, like listening to music or practicing yoga.
Getting Dentures Relined
Even with proper care of your mouth and dentures, it’s normal for changes in underlying bone/gums and regular wear and tear to make your dentures not fit as well. Ill-fitting dentures can trap food and plaque, and can lead to irritation, tissue overgrowth, ulcers, and fungal infections. That’s why it’s important to get your dentures relined every 2 to 4 years. Relining dentures adds material to the inner plate that sits against your gums, making your dentures fit more comfortably. If it feels like your dentures aren’t fitting as well as they used to, contact your denturist!
Words to Live By
“Fear less, hope more, eat less, chew more, whine less, breathe more, talk less, say more, hate less, love more, and good things will be yours.” Swedish Proverb
Naturopathic Medicine Week: May 16-22
This week looks to highlight what Naturopathic Medicine is and how it could be of benefit to you. The naturopathic philosophy is to stimulate the natural healing properties of the body and treat the underlying cause of dysfunction. You can utilize naturopathic medicine along in conjunction with conventional medical therapies to achieve optimal health, as Naturopathic Medicine has a large priority on preventative medicine. This could include dietary and lifestyle advice, herbal medicine, acupuncture amongst other modalities. In these times of stress and uncertainty, check us out to see how we can help support your goals.
Why 30-Day Challenges Work
When striving to reach a fitness and/or weight loss goal, there is nothing more powerful than a TIMELY, FOCUSED 30-Day Challenge that offers you step-by-step daily activity to reach your goal. Daily activity checklists, a high level of accountability to your coach and fellow participants, the right eating and training program, PRIZE money, and the right platform to gather together virtually are all key ingredients in a POWERFUL, RESULT-PRODUCING 30-Day Challenge. Not only will you SEE RESULTS in this time frame, but as a bonus, you will have created powerful new healthy habits to support ongoing weight maintenance, sustainability and amazing health.
