Fat sources in the diet are extremely important. Focus on food items such as raw soaked nuts, seeds, avocado, raw EVOO (extra virgin olive oil), or a small amount of real butter if needed. Avoid inflammatory vegetable oils and hydrogenated oils, which are added to a lot of processed foods – even some foods we think of as healthy, such as peanut butter. Start reading ingredient lists on packaged foods to ensure you know whether vegetable or hydrogenated oils are included in the product, and if they are, find raw and natural alternatives where possible!
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Words To Live By
Have patience with all things, but chiefly have patience with yourself.”–St. Francis de Sales
Words To Live By
“Iron rusts from disuse; stagnant water loses its purity and in cold weather becomes frozen; even so does inaction sap the vigor of the mind.” – Leonardo da Vinci
The Dental Diet
Nutrition plays a major role in dental health, helping to ensure gums, teeth and tissue are healthy and free from tooth decay, gum disease and other issues. It’s important to eat a healthy, balanced diet for dental health, which includes enough protein, calcium, iron, zinc, phosphorus, folate, and omega-3 fats. Vitamins A, B, C, and D are also important, as are antioxidants. Some great things to include in your dental diet are probiotics from fermented foods, cranberries, soy products, CoQ10, echinacea, garlic, ginger, ginseng, arginine, and green tea. It’s best to avoid heavily processed foods, especially ones high in sugar.
Training Your Glutes
Women over 40 start to experience atrophy (muscle weakness) if they do not keep using and training their muscles. When thinking about our GLUTES, atrophy can lead to what’s known as a ‘sagging’ butt. The good news is the right series of exercises can help combat sagging and lift and tone your butt! Participating in this 30-day challenge will not only lift and tighten your booty, it will enhance your posture, you will slim down and gain nothing but confidence while doing it. You’ll have access to professionally coached virtual live and recorded classes, optional meal plans, real time coaching and a daily checklist of activities to keep things simple. Join Angie and her Team today and FEEL AMAZING!
Improving Thyroid Health
It is estimated that 1 in 10 Canadians suffer from thyroid disease. Up to 60% of those are unaware of their condition. Chemicals found in store bought white flour, bottled water, toothpaste, and many more could be affecting your thyroid without you even knowing it! The thyroid regulates the body’s metabolic rate controlling heart, muscle and digestive function, brain development and bone maintenance. Removing or avoiding certain toxins and using specific homeopathic remedies are 2 great ways to heal and/or strengthen the thyroid. Check out our free download to learn how!
Celebrate Spring with Healthy Habits
Spring is a great time to start new and healthy habits. Here are a few to try: *Sleep – Getting enough sleep makes you feel good and has a positive impact on your physical and mental health. Strive for 7 to 9 hours daily. *Nutritious meals – Cooking meals at home is a fun activity that often brings people together. *Go outside – Spending time in greenspace has an array of health benefits. *Visit your doctor annually. *Check your hearing health once a year and *Visit your dentist. Are you ready to start new, healthy habits? We’re here to help.
Protein for Women 50+
Maintaining muscle as you age is vitally important in preventing frailty, keeping weight in check and sustaining good health in general. But women over 50 tend to consume less protein than they should to prevent sarcopenia, also known as age-related muscle loss. Currently, Health Canada doesn’t have recommendations specific to older women, but research suggests consuming 25g of protein per meal or snack for a 150 pound woman is beneficial. That’s a lot more than many of us are used to, so talk to your doctor or dietician first. When you get the all-clear, try eating protein throughout the day to help the body digest and utilize it better, as opposed to all at once or in very large doses.
Fear of Falls Causes Unsafe Behavior
When someone is fearful of falling, they start to avoid everyday activities by staying at home and doing less. This lack of activity leads to loss of strength, reduced muscle tone, and loss of coordination and balance. This physical deterioration increases the risk of falling and if a fall does occur, it further heightens the fear. Turn your fear of falling into positive actions; remain active, exercise regularly, use assistive devices such as walkers or grab bars and wear sensible shoes. Consider joining a group session designed especially to teach balance exercises for fall prevention.
Product Review: Polyride Fe® Ultra
Prevent & Treat Iron Deficiency – For All Diets. 1.85 million Canadians suffer from iron deficiency.* There are many reasons for iron deficiency, such as a diet low in iron. Speak to your healthcare provider to ensure you are meeting your iron needs. There’s an iron supplement that is ideal for all diet types. It contains the highest amount of elemental iron, additional vitamin C to enhance iron absorption, and vitamin B12 for deficiency. Taking one capsule a day that is also easy on the stomach, may lead to better compliance. It is also VegeCert and Kosher Certified. Polyride Fe® Ultra can be purchased at www.polyride.ca or at your local pharmacy by giving your pharmacist the product codes McKesson #75624 and #75625.
Preparing to Sell Your Home
Thinking of selling your home to downsize or move to a senior-supportive environment? Not sure where to start? Decluttering and preparing your home for sale can feel overwhelming, though its often less complicated than we think. To get your home ready for sale: 1) Sort items into piles to help you determine what to keep/sell/donate/toss. 2) Make any minor repairs and consider repainting with neutral colours, if necessary. 3) Give the home a good, thorough cleaning. 4) Remove most of your personal items, like photos and art objects. 5) Remove anything you plan to keep, such as window coverings.
