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Disability Tax Credit Eligibility

If you have COPD, neuropathy, or joint arthritis impacting your mobility with pain, exhaustion, or shortness of breath, you may qualify for retroactive disability tax credit payments. This credit helps individuals with differing abilities receive financial compensation for a previous period of eligibility. You may qualify if you are restricted in walking all or substantially all the time and take approximately 3 times longer to walk 100 metres. If you have experienced fatigue, pain, shortness of breath, lack of coordination, and balance issues while walking, then call us for more information. We can get the eligibility process started for you.

Harm Reduction Advocation

Some call Hard Knox Talks an addiction recovery podcast. Others call us harm reduction advocates. Hard Knox Talks is a live streaming video podcast centered around all things substance use. From inspiring stories of recovery to useful information about drug policy, and current events, find new Hard Knox Talks episodes every week on YouTube or on your favorite audio podcast platform. We won’t dissapoint!

What is Naturopathy?

Naturopathy focuses on non-invasive treatments to help your body do its own healing. A Naturopathic Doctor considers your symptoms in the context of your whole story. This big-picture approach allows the Doctor to get to the root of your concerns to create an effective and individualized treatment plan tailored to your needs. A detailed health history is taken and a physical examinations conducted. Lab testing and assessments may be used in order to investigate the underlying cause of your concerns. Treatments can include a combination of botanical medicine, acupuncture, therapeutic diets, lifestyle counseling, and nutritional supplementation.

Preventing Overdose through Counselling

Overdose has become a reality for many individuals and families. Many social issues have contributed to the rise in drug use. While harm-reduction efforts have been successful in many ways, it is not a ‘one-size-fits-all’ approach that works for everyone struggling. Counselling can be a support to those facing the possible impacts of substance use. Motivational Interviewing and Dialectical Behavior Therapy approaches to counselling may be helpful in avoiding overdose. For family members counselling with a qualified professional may help to support your loved one through addictions and avoid overdose. Don’t wait to speak to a trained practitioner. Call Angie today.

Benefits of Quantum Scalar Energy

Quantum Scalar Energy is emerging as a revolutionary health technology. Harnessing the power of scalar waves, this energy can enhance cellular health by promoting better energy balance within the body. Users report increased vitality, improved immune function, and faster recovery times. Scalar energy devices can help neutralize harmful electromagnetic frequencies from everyday electronics, creating a healthier environment. Additionally, this energy is believed to improve mental clarity and focus. As we continue to explore the potential of Quantum Scalar Energy, it’s clear that it offers a promising path to holistic well-being and optimal health.

Use Your Teeth Wisely

Your teeth have a specific purpose, and it’s not to serve as a multitool. Opening packages, bottles, or using them as an extra hand can lead to unfortunate accidents and tooth damage. Engaging in such creative uses of your pearly whites is a recipe for disaster. It’s only a matter of time before you crack or break a tooth. Rather than risking your oral health, take the extra trip to find appropriate tools or locate a pair of scissors. By using your teeth for their intended functions, you can maintain a healthy, intact smile for years to come. Don’t jeopardize your dental well-being by treating your teeth as makeshift tools.

Healthy Habits for Aging Well

Here are some key habits that we can adopt to keep body and mind in top condition. Regular exercise can help prevent chronic disease as well as improve overall health and well-being. A balanced diet. Focus on eating plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean protein, and healthy fats. Stay hydrated. Aim to drink at least eight glasses of water per day and more if physically active or outside in hot weather. Get plenty of sleep. No explanation needed! For aging adults who are becoming isolated or less active, in-home care could help keep up with activities of daily living and maintain a healthy lifestyle.

The Healing Power of Reiki

Reiki, a form of energy healing, offers numerous benefits that promote overall wellness. It is renowned for its ability to reduce stress and induce relaxation, fostering an environment for healing and well-being. Reiki balances the mind, body, and spirit and can complement other medical or therapeutic treatments. Sessions are typically 60 minutes long, conducted in a peaceful, calming setting, and involve either hands-on or hands-off techniques. Clients may experience sensations such as warmth, tingling, or emotional release. Suitable for all ages and conditions, Reiki is a non-invasive, gentle therapy that enhances spiritual growth and overall wellness. Try a Reiki session to experience its holistic benefits.

10 Things that Happen When You Quit Smoking

According to Cancer.org, after only 8 hours of your last cigarette, the oxygen levels in your blood increase. After 12 hours, your carbon monoxide blood levels drop to normal. After 2 days of not smoking, you’ll have heightened senses of smell and taste. 3 days later, your bronchial tubes relax and breathing may feel less labored than before. During the first 9 months smoke free, your shortness of breath will improve, and the tiny cilia hairs in your lungs will regain function, allowing your body to clean your lungs. After 1 full year, your risk of heart disease is about half compared with a smoker. After 15 years of being smoke-free, your risk of a heart attack falls to the same as someone who has never smoked.

Release Trauma Through Somatic Yoga

Unlock your body’s innate wisdom with Somatic Yoga Therapy. These sessions uniquely blend Somatic Experiencing Trauma Resolution with yoga and philosophy to help release the energetic imprints of trauma. By tracking bodily sensations to their origins, we aim to complete the trauma cycle and release stored energy. This method creates a safe, non-clinical environment tailored to your needs, enabling you to connect with and understand your body’s sensations. Embrace this journey to learn the language of sensation, releasing trauma and stepping into an empowered life. Feel safe, present, and free to live fully.

Change Your Habits, Change Your Life!

Health information and our bodies are complex…and knowing what choices to make can be overwhelming! So sometimes, we just get stuck and go on repeat with the same behaviors, that may not be serving us well anymore. As a Certified Health Coach, I help my clients take easy steps forward in order to create their best health AND get the results they want! You will discover the biggest needle movers for your health including the four-pillar system that I take my clients through to get lasting results. And throughout, you will learn easy ways to increase your energy, reduce stress, lose that weight and have more fun!