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There are greater things to be achieved in every New Year, and each and everyone must prepare themselves to be great, not by words of the mouth, but by a lot of sacrifices. – Michael Bassey Johnson

Clean Eating: Eatmore Sprouts Mixed-Bean Salsa

Ingredients: 6 small-medium ripe tomatoes, 1 green bell pepper, 1 red, yellow, or orange bell pepper, 1 ripe yet firm Avocado, 1 small red onion, 225g package of Eatmore Mixed Bean Sprouts, 1 jalapeno pepper, 2 cloves of garlic (crushed) handful of chopped fresh cilantro, Juice of one lime. Dice all ingredients and combine in a bowl with Eatmore Mixed Bean Sprouts. This recipe is best prepared a couple of hours in advance to allow the flavours to mingle. Remove from fridge before serving at room temperature. Serve with organic tortilla chips or Belgium Endive leaves for dipping.

Grandma’s Home Remedy

Chicken Noodle Soup for Colds. This well-loved, homemade comfort food is perfect for any chilly day when your cold won’t go away. The carrots, celery, parsley, onions and chicken are loaded with nutrients to boost your family’s immune system and have you back on your feet in no time. A bowl of soup is packed with electrolytes that will hydrate you and your loved ones throughout the day. Delicious steam clears runny noses and sore throats and brings warm sensations to your skin. It’s no wonder this has been a family staple for generations.

Book Club: The Year of Less

The Year of Less: In her late twenties, author Cait Flanders found herself stuck in the consumerism cycle that grips so many of us: earn more, buy more, want more, rinse, repeat. Blending Cait’s compelling story with inspiring insight and practical guidance, The Year of Less will leave you questioning what you’re holding on to in your own life—and, quite possibly, lead you to find your own path of less.

The Endocannabinoid System (ECS)

Every human possesses this advanced physiological system that is already making cannabinoid-like structures that foster cellular balance throughout nearly every biological system in the body. Research seems to indicate that the ECS might function more properly and efficiently through the introduction of hemp-derived cannabinoids like CBD. The ECS is involved in regulating a variety of physiological and cognitive processes including fertility, appetite, pain sensation, mood, and memory. The endocannabinoid system acts as a bridge between the body and mind. By understanding this system, we begin to see a mechanism that explains how states of consciousness can promote health or disease.

Sudden Hearing Loss?

If you were to wake up and notice sudden hearing loss in one or both ears, DO NOT wait a few days to see if it settles down. This is an emergency and without quick intervention, this symptom can become permanent. Your best course of action is to go to the Hospital Emergency Department immediately. The ER Doctor may need to get your hearing tested. If the doctor deems it necessary, it is important to get treated within 48 Hours. Your hearing is too important to push aside, especially as the Christmas season settles in around us.

Bio-Hacking for Beautiful Skin

Proper functioning of our skin cells is the foundation of healthy skin, and healthy skin is beautiful skin! As our outermost defence layer, our skin is susceptible to damage: scars caused by acne and burns, stretch marks, hyperpigmentation, and of course wrinkles and fine lines. Micro-needling can treat the root of this damage. During a treatment, special micro-needles are used to create thousands of micro lesions in the dermis, and this stimulates growth factors that induce collagen and elastin production in the skin, improving the function of the cells and thus the texture and appearance!

Preventing the Common Cold

• HANDWASHING is the most important way to reduce the spread of cold viruses.
• Wash after sneezing, coughing, wiping, or touching your nose.
• Wash after being in contact with other people, especially anyone who has a cold.
• Encourage the person in your care to use tissues to cover their nose and mouth when sneezing or coughing, or to direct their cough into their elbow or upper sleeve.
• Avoid sharing items until they have been cleaned.
• Get a good night’s sleep.
• Eat healthy, nutrition-rich foods.
• Make time for physical exercise.
• Control stress, as this can weaken your immune system.

Challenged With Your Child?

Do you have a child who is anxious, depressed or acting out? Imagine your child engaging with paint, puppets or the drum. The expressive therapies offer your child a safe outlet for their inner world. Expressive therapies can help children release feelings they may not know how to let go of otherwise. This can allow your child to shift to a happier place. Acquire tools to support your child and to strengthen your relationship. Give your family an opportunity to create a sense of peace and healthy connection in your world at home today.

Balancing Stress & Celebration

December is simply a difficult month! Balancing negative stresses and positive happiness may seem impossible. One way to help yourself get through it is to pay special attention to your INTENTIONS. These are the thoughts you have before you act on them. For example, during the first week of December, say to yourself as often as you can, “I intend to experience joy and laughter even a tiny bit each day of this month” and then VISUALIZE yourself laughing and feeling happy. Just by saying and visualizing your intention, you have increased the chances of this being your reality by up to 75% more.