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Benefits of Chlorogenic Acid

Chlorogenic Acid is the main active ingredient in the Green Coffee Bean. It is a powerful thermogenic fat burner and has been found to aid in weight loss and help slow down the body’s absorption of fat from our regular food intake. It increases metabolism which also helps in the weight loss process. It holds promise in many aspects of health and cognition similar to bioflavonoids and shares some effects similar to caffeine, but less potent. Studies show that Chlorogenic Acid may also decrease the absorption of dietary carbohydrate, as well as provide anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. This may have benefits for people who are at high risk of diabetes and heart disease. It also helps regulate the flow of bile from the liver thereby reducing liver cancer and cirrhosis of the liver. The Healthiest Coffee on the Planet!

Vicki Friesen

www.myvalentus.com/MissionSlimPossible

Senior Safety Checklist

Are all throw rugs and scatter mats secured in place to keep them from slipping? Yes_ No_
Do you have a first aid kit and know where it is? Yes_ No_
Do the steps of your stairs have a non-skid surface? Yes_ No_
Are there solid handrails on both sides of the stairway? Yes_ No_
Do you remove your reading glasses when using the stairs? Yes_ No_
Are heavy items on lower shelves or in bottom cupboards? Yes_ No_
Do you use a ladder or a stable step stool (with a safety rail) for reaching high places? Yes_ No_
Are all chemicals, such as bleach, cleaners and paint thinners, clearly identified? Yes_ No_
Are flammable materials stored as indicated by the directions on the label and away from sources of heat and flame? Yes_ No_
Do you keep night lights or other sources of light on in case you get up in the middle of the night? Yes_ No_

Life Assure

www.lifeassure.com

Ask Your Dentist

Q: How long do dentures last. A: Dentures can last a long time. As your gums and bones change dentures can be relined to make them fit well again. What can’t be changed readily is the way dentures support your face and lips. Without proper support your chin will get closer to your nose and the lower half of your face will begin to look collapsed. This will make you look older, will cause deeper lines around your mouth and make your jaw joint or TMJ uncomfortable. To compensate for these changes you should have new dentures every 5 of 6 years. The dentures themselves make look fine and they may feel like they fit well but the loss of support means they need replacing. New dentures can give you a facelift.

Dr. George Cadigan, Exclusively Dentures
www.exclusivelydentures.ca

Why Reiki

Reiki is a form of hands-on healing that releases feelings of beneficial well-being and calm. The energy of Reiki encompasses the whole body, reducing stress and promoting relaxation. The practitioner holds their hands over the client. It is not a massage. Enjoy the following benefits: Reiki heals. Reiki can be preventative. It increases your mental, spiritual and emotional well-being. Reiki raises your level of perception and heightens your quality of life. Reiki taps into new-found talents and gifts. Reiki is a Japanese technique passed on through teachers and Reiki Masters. It dates back to the 1800’s and was ‘discovered’ by a Christian minister, Dr Mikao Usui. Reiki also works in conjunction with other medical or therapeutic techniques, relieving side effects and promoting recovery. Many people find that their spiritual awareness opens and that their vibrational level increases after one or more sessions.

Cheron D. Long-Landes
www.cherondearle.com

Make Yourself a Priority!

It’s easy to get lost in the day to day routine that has become life. Taking time to relax, to reflect, and to manifest your desires is essential to your happiness and well being, so make the decision to take at least 20 minutes to yourself each day. Exercise can help release stress and it is essential to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. There are a lot of different options, so choose something you like and that works for you. Spend time outdoors walking, gardening, at the beach, or just enjoying nature. Its amazing how spending time outside can help release stress! Make a gratitude list! This will help you stay focused on the positive things in life and helps put things in a different perspective. Most importantly, prioritize the events in your life and be ok with saying no! Making yourself a priority plays a key role in a happy and healthy lifestyle.

Nicole Guthrie, Reiki Master
www.nicoleguthrie.com

Just Eat Real Food

It’s simple, safe and effective. Eating real food typically eliminates, reverses or halts chronic conditions. Diabetes, arthritis, Alzheimer’s, IBS, migraine, Crohn’s, anxiety, high blood pressure, PCOS, excess weight, thyroid, lymph and adrenal system issues, auto-immune conditions, atherosclerosis, poor sleep and allergies are just some of the chronic conditions that respond to a diet of consuming real foods. These conditions occur over years or decades of a poor diet. The body attempts to stay healthy as long as it can, but eventually becomes overwhelmed. Allow your body to heal through the consumption of proper foods. If excess weight is a concern, think of that as just another symptom of improper metabolic function that is likely caused by the same processes that are causing other chronic health conditions. Be in control of your health destiny rather that jumping from pill to pill and treatment to treatment while it continues to decline. You are the author of your own fate.

Tom White
www.becomeHEALTHY.ca

Senior Health & Fitness

For Grandma, Grandpa, Granny, Gramps, Nana, Papa and all our well-loved elders, Senior Health & Fitness Day is a time to explore the many senior-friendly physical activity options, and to understand the importance of exercise and nutrition for ongoing health and illness-prevention. A healthy diet can boost energy and immunity. Regular exercise is necessary to retain bone mass, lower the risk of fractures, build muscle strength and reduce the risk of falls. Why not set realistic goals that you can easily attain? These five easy fitness tips may not turn you into a rock-solid triathlete, but they’ll get you into better shape and will help you feel much better about yourself.

1: Walk every day

2: Drink water

3: An apple a day

4: Park farther from the door and take the stairs

5: Be moderate with alcohol

 

Rick Drury, Scoop & Save
www.scoopandsave.com

Your Financial Health Check

There are many dimensions to financial health, including the amount of savings you have, how much you are setting away for retirement and how much of your income you are spending on fixed or non-discretionary expenses. Not being sure of your bank balance, paying bills late and running behind on government remittances are sure signs you have an improper bookkeeping system. Businesses that have competent record keeping always know who owes them money. They have a clear view of the direction they are heading and can have financial reports ready for the bank in a matter of hours. Without proper and on-time bookkeeping you could lose control of the business you have worked so hard to build! Do you pass the ‘Financial Health Check’?

Ray Mihalicz, Ray-Lo Bookkeeping Services
www.raylobookkeeping.ca

Managing Multiple Medications

When taking medications more than twice a day, the likelihood of forgetting increases. For this reason, it is preferable to use convenience packing / bubble packs to serve as a reminder. This type of packaging can help to space your medications appropriately. Prescription medications can interact with each other, sometimes causing adverse side effects. However, over the counter products such as vitamins or herbal products can also interact with prescription medications – this can potentially change the effectiveness of the drug and cause harm. If you are on prescription drugs, it’s important to have a discussion with your doctor or pharmacist before taking any over the counter products. A pharmacist can also conduct a full medication review with all your prescription and over the counter products and advise you on safe use. If you are on a complex medication regime, a pharmacist is able to help you monitor the effects of your medication.

Ray Hogue, Care At Home Pharmacy
www.careathomepharmacy.ca

Clean Eating: Oven Roasted Chickpeas

Oven-roasted chickpeas are about as simple as it gets — toss with olive oil, your favourite spices, roast and eat! They are nutritious and a great source of protein and fiber!
This recipe makes approx. 2 cups of snacking goodness!

Ingredients:

2 15-oz cans organic chickpeas
2 TBSP olive oil
1/2 tsp salt
2-4 tsp spices or finely chopped fresh herbs, like chili powder, curry powder, or smoked paprika.

Directions:

Preheat oven to 400°F. Rinse chickpeas thoroughly, then pat dry with a clean towel. They should feel dry to the touch. Toss chickpeas with olive oil and salt: Spread them out in an even layer on the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Stir to make sure the chickpeas are evenly coated. Roast for 20-30 minutes, shaking the pan every 10 minutes. The chickpeas are done when golden and crispy. Toss with the spices and serve warm!

Eilsa Pitamber
www.elisanutrition.com

Book Club: Making a Good Brain Great

by Daniel Amen, MD

When our brains work right, we work right. But the brain is easily injured. A bump on the head, sleep deprivation and poor nutrition can all have long-term consequences leading to problems with attention, mood and even dementia. Dr. Amen shares his exciting insights into protecting, repairing and maintaining our brains with good nutrition, supplements and special exercises. A great read!

Dr. Anke Zimmermann ND,
www.drzimmermann.org