Dental phobia has become ingrained into our society with phrases like ‘pulling teeth’ being used to mean difficult and unpleasant. As a result, an important part of the dentist’s role has become putting the patient at ease, making them secure and comfortable. Those with dental phobia tend to avoid dentists. Unfortunately, putting off regular checkups is a good way to end up with gum disease or other problems, which is why establishing a good patient-dentist relationship is so important. If you are a person who suffers from dental anxiety, mention it to your dentist and they will work with you to find a way to alleviate the stress.
Community News
Treatment for Seasonal Allergies
Spring is finally here, and that means seasonal allergies will be on the rise. Seasonal allergies develop when the immune system overreacts to something in the environment, like mold spores or pollen. Do you have any of the most common symptoms – runny nose, sneezing, itchy & watery eyes, itchy sinuses, throat, or post-nasal drip? You are most likely experiencing allergies. Homeopathy can not only treat the symptoms of seasonal allergies, but it can uproot the condition altogether, so you no longer struggle yearly. Continuing to do the same things the same way will reinforce keeping the same health problems. Contact a homeopath today!
Overnight Stand-up Paddle Board Adventure
Back2Nature Wellness and Adventures is excited to offer this overnight stand-up paddle board adventure for beginner to expert paddlers on the serene South Saskatchewan River. This is an all-inclusive trip, with all of the camping gear and food provided for a two-day, one-night interpretive guided overnight camping experience in your own private backcountry tent on the sandy shores of the South Saskatchewan River. The river is a short distance away from Saskatoon and this experience will give you the opportunity to deepen the connection you have with nature and yourself, and to allow you the opportunity for relaxation and adventure!
Great Local Events in May
Mother’s Day Princess Picnic – May 8th, 2022 10am-4pm located at 616 Manek Rd. Enjoy a Mother’s Day picnic with the Snow Sisters, Anna & Elsa!
Saskatchewan Pet Expo – May 8th 9am-4pm: Our 1-day event takes place in Rotary Park, where there will be pet experts, pet rescues, local businesses and great attractions for the whole family, and of course including.. your pet.
30-Day Fitness for Summer
If you’re ready to head into summer feeling amazing, a 30-day fitness program that involves the right types of exercise and the best balance of macronutrients and calories can help you get the results you want. Macronutrients include protein, carbs, and fats and tracking your macronutrient intake, along with getting the right kinds of exercise, can be an effective way to lose weight, gain muscle, boost energy, and reach your fitness goals. A focused 30-day fitness program can give you a high level of accountability to your coach and fellow participants and help you see powerful, exciting results.
Great Local Events in May
Mother’s Day Princess Picnic – May 8th, 2022 10am-4pm located at 616 Manek Rd. Enjoy a Mother’s Day picnic with the Snow Sisters, Anna & Elsa!
Saskatchewan Pet Expo – May 8th 9am-4pm: Our 1-day event takes place in Rotary Park, where there will be pet experts, pet rescues, local businesses and great attractions for the whole family, and of course including.. your pet.
Brain Health and LED Polychromatic Light Therapy
The brain controls mood, hormones, memory, executive functions like decision making and planning, personality, movement, mood, concentration, sleep and more. Supporting brain health is essential to successful functioning and quality of life at any age. Light emitting diodes (Red and Near-Infrared LEDs) safely penetrate the skull, which increases circulation in cortical tissues, shows significant improvements in depression and anxiety scores, and in cognitive measures of study participants with TBI. Many research studies show that there are clear indications for the use of these LED’s for neurological conditions including stroke, traumatic brain injury, degenerative brain disease, spinal cord injury, and peripheral nerve regeneration.
Treatment for Seasonal Allergies
Spring is finally here, and that means seasonal allergies will be on the rise. Seasonal allergies develop when the immune system overreacts to something in the environment, like mold spores or pollen. Do you have any of the most common symptoms – runny nose, sneezing, itchy & watery eyes, itchy sinuses, throat, or post-nasal drip? You are most likely experiencing allergies. Homeopathy can not only treat the symptoms of seasonal allergies, but it can uproot the condition altogether, so you no longer struggle yearly. Continuing to do the same things the same way will reinforce keeping the same health problems. Contact a homeopath today!
Brain Tumor Awareness Month
The Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada’s mission is to reach every person in Canada who is affected by a brain tumour through support, education, information, and research. Every day, 27 Canadians are diagnosed with a brain tumour. We work to serve the needs of both malignant and non-malignant brain tumours. Research funded by Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada has helped improve the accuracy of radiation treatments, shorten treatment regimen times, limit side effects from chemo, and improve quality of life for patients after surgery. We are the sole funder of the Brain Tumour Tissue Bank, providing free samples to clinical researchers around the world to further the search for a cure.
Exercise – Where to Start?
Make it part of your daily routine, no matter how out of shape you are! The key is to start with something manageable and that you like (or at least don’t hate), and it does not necessarily mean jumping into CrossFit or HIIT right away. I suggest getting up 10 minute earlier in the morning to do some gentle yoga or stretching with some breathing to help set the intention for the day. Taking a walk or bike ride after supper is great not only for movement, to get some of that natural vitamin D, as well as also blunting the blood sugar spike after eating. So start slow and get moving!
Sitting Can Age You
Science tells us that too much sitting can increase the risk of cancer, heart disease, diabetes, stroke, lung disease, Parkinson’s, and Alzheimer’s. A 2017 study looked at 1,500 older women to compare sedentary subjects with active peers. They found that the inactive group had cells that were eight years older than the more active women. Since a more active body means a more active brain, sedentary seniors’ risk lower cognitive function, too. Sitting too much can hurt you even if you exercise regularly. So, break up an hour of sitting with just two minutes of standing or moving around your space. Set an alarm as a reminder!
