Wishing you and your loved ones a peaceful and joyful holiday season. Invest time for everyday wellness and create great choices for self-care and healthy living throughout 2023. Thank you for supporting Local – Happy Holidays from the Wellnessnews Team
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Discover Your Inner Warrior
Kambo is a traditional medicine and healing ritual that can assist in relieving the symptoms of depression, anxiety, chronic pain, trauma, ADHD, addictions, fatigue, autoimmune disorders, and much more. The effects of kambo medicine take hold and the person receiving it goes through a process of deep healing on three levels – the body, mind, and spirit. Chris Jordan is an advanced practitioner who trained in Mexico and the Amazon jungle in Peru. As a practitioner, he honours the traditional ways of the Matsés tribe, which discovered kambo medicine thousands of years ago in South America.
Effective Hair Loss Solutions
Up to 50% of the population is affected by hair loss from a variety of causes. The latest medical and alternative therapies can help maintain and improve existing hair and are most advantageous when implemented early, before a hair transplant becomes the only viable option. De Haar Hair Restoration offers various services to assist those suffering from hair loss that are individually tailored, evidence-based, safe, and effective. Dr. Bea Gerbrands has more than 20 years of experience in the hair loss and hair transplantation industry and remains up-to-date with the latest therapeutic and surgical developments in the field.
Finding the Right Matchmaker
Curious about seeking out matchmaking services, but don’t know where to start or what to look for? While many people may advertise themselves as matchmakers, it takes a special skillset to truly excel. Some important questions to ask prior to investing in a matchmaking service include: 1) How long has the company been in business? More than 5 years is ideal. 2) Are they upfront with their fees and do they have a legal contract? 3) Do they have any references? 4) Do they have a professional website and social media presence? 5) What is their process?
What is Personal Care?
Personal care includes services that help assist seniors and other individuals with various tasks and activities in their daily life, such as bathing, eating, walking and dressing. Services are customized based on the individual’s needs and include companionship that makes a day more pleasant – whether you’re at home or out in the community. Personal care is centered around a meaningful relationship that is built over time with a caring and responsive healthcare professional. It is important for your loved one to be able to live their lives in the way they want. We can help.
A Gift for Your Family
Making final arrangements ahead of time is a wise and considerate decision. This guarantees that your wishes are observed and spares your family from undue pressure at a time of great emotional stress. Having final plans in place is a blessing when passing is anticipated. With an unexpected death, they are even more important. An unexpected death can bring overwhelming grief, guilt and anger. These feelings can make it very difficult to plan an end-of-life service that respects the wishes of a loved one. Preplanning is a special gift to give your family. We can help.
Curb Holiday Sugar Over-Indulgence
With the holidays right around the corner, here are some tricks to minimize that over-indulgence. Try to keep up with your exercise regime to help your body process the excess sugars and calories and to keep feelings of bloating or indigestion down. Before a party, have a high-fibre snack to decrease the amount of sweets eaten and try to limit yourself to one cocktail and intersperse that with sparkling water. Drink warm lemon water with some added apple cider vinegar to support blood sugar and digestion, and add turmeric and ginger for anti-inflammatory effects. As for your cooking and baking, explore recipes with healthy sugar alternatives.
Staying Active During the Holidays
A body in motion stays in motion; a body at rest stays at rest. It’s easy to get lazy during the holiday season! While it’s OK to take a couple of days off to celebrate with family and friends, don’t forget to keep the momentum going during the holiday season by celebrating with activities rather than just relaxation. Bundle up and get outside to skate or toboggan with family and friends, or go for a walk to check out the neighbours’ holiday lights! If it’s too cold out, book a bowling party, go axe throwing, or try laser tag. Your body will thank you!
Holidays with Dementia
Many older adults with Alzheimer’s or dementia enjoy and want to be included in holiday festivities. However, the added activities could cause increased agitation and confusion, unpredictable behavior, or mood swings. To create a stress-free, happy holiday season, try to scale things back and modify activities so they’ll feel calm and safe. Focus on a few of the most meaningful traditions. Ask which activities they value most. That could mean trimming the Christmas tree, lighting the menorah, singing songs, or baking special holiday treats. Even if your older adult might not remember these holiday activities later, the warm feelings they’ll have is a different kind of memory their body will carry for a while
Dental New Year’s Resolutions
The new year is a great time to make positive resolutions to improve your health. Here are four dental-related resolutions you can make this year: 1) Get a new toothbrush – It’s important to replace your toothbrush every three months to ensure effective cleaning and avoid bacteria build-up. 2) Start flossing more – Flossing is an important way to keep your gums healthy and avoid cavities, gum disease, and gingivitis. 3) See your dentist – Make it a habit to book regular cleaning appointments to catch problems early.
Business/Product Review: Paragon Health Foods
Paragon Health Foods is locally owned and operated and is the only facility of its kind in Saskatchewan. Their proprietary product lines are as natural as possible and are developed based on scientifically researched ingredients and are Health Canada approved. All products are formulated by a local herbologist who practices Live blood Analysis, with over 25-years experience as an alternative health practitioner. With a growing selection and a new location in Stonebridge, we are here to help guide you to the right products to help achieve your health & wellness goals.
