Does spring mean the misery of allergies for you? Acupuncture is an excellent treatment that will lessen or prevent the onset of seasonal allergic misery. We have all seen or experienced the tearing, running nose, sneezing, nasal congestion, wheezing, coughing, itching, rashes and eruptions that signal an allergic attack. The usual suspects are pollen, dust, hair, fur, feathers, scales, wool, chemicals, drugs, insect bites, and various foods. Be proactive; practice preventative medicine. A few needles given prior to the onslaught of these substances PREVENT a serious bout of hay fever, allergic rhinitis, or other misery.

When it comes to optimal health, our bodies rely on billions of human microbiome to help maintain homeostasis, a healthy mind and body. We acquire these microbiome when we are born, through our mothers breast milk and as we age, through our foods and soils. The microbiome can become damaged due to antibiotics, alcohol, stress, sugar, and processed foods. This may lead to the start of an illness and physical or even mental distress. To help maintain optimal gut health it’s important to add fermented foods into the diet, reduce sugar intake and seek ways to reduce stress

The signs and symptoms of dehydration in an elderly person can be virtually identical to those for dementia. The most common signs and symptoms of dehydration include persistent fatigue, lethargy, muscle weakness or cramps, headaches, dizziness, nausea, forgetfulness, confusion, deep rapid breathing or an increased heart rate. Because seniors often have a reduced sense of thirst, dehydration is one of the most frequent causes of hospitalization after the age 65. Make sure the senior in your life is eating enough and drinking the daily recommended amount of water.

Are you looking to rejuvenate your skin? The use of Ultrasonic skin cleansing and Microneedling, stimulates and activates the body’s own natural collagen healing process that restore skin to a more youthful and vibrant appearance. Microneedling is a non-invasive treatment that works wonders with minimal downtime. It is an ideal choice for those wishing to naturally lift and tighten skin elasticity, lessen wrinkles and fine lines, lighten age spots, minimize pore size, reduce scars, stretch marks, hyper-pigmentation and even rosacea. The process can be done anywhere on the body and each treatment is individualized for the client’s needs.

Ozone has remarkable versatility for disease management because of the increased oxygen utilization at a cellular level. The success of the treatment is dependent on the practitioner’s skill, judgment & the proper integration of other skills including acupuncture, detoxification, nutrition, herbal medicines, etc. I have many patients who follow my recommendations to resolve a specific acute or chronic ailment and then continue with ozone treatments as an anti-aging tool. My patients report increased energy, increased stamina, increased resistance to cold and flu’s and an overall increase sense of well-being. I recommend these anti-aging remedy treatments for all patients when they reach their 60th Birthday.

Rosemary is such a common herb that we take it for granted; relegating it to roast chicken. It is a powerful and multi-faceted herb. Rosemary is known to be a brain function and memory booster; helpful for both students and elderly women. It is also a circulatory and nervine stimulant that has a toning and calming effect on digestion. If you have thinning hair, add rosemary essential oil to your shampoo to stimulate hair follicles and circulation to the scalp or make some strong rosemary tea and use as a hair rinse. Buy some fresh rosemary and try it out for yourself.

“I tumbled around in the dark; the car was hit three times. I was left with a severe concussion/brain injury. The consequences were; poor balance, anxiety, sleep problems, dizzy spells, double visions, poor memory, and pain in head, neck and back”.
As a holistic health practitioner I knew about possible effects of such an injury; constant pain, dementia, Parkinson`s, Alzheimer`s. I will be forever grateful for Reconnective Healing® and my special ‘GIFT of HEALING’ that a client called Brain-Rejuvenation. I can use it on my own body. Now all of my problems and the pain are gone and my memory is excellent.

The Wellnessnews Women’s Expo is the place to Explore, Indulge, Escape & Shop. It will be a day of fun and new approaches to nutrition, fitness and overall wellbeing. Bring your girlfriends, mom and neighbours to visit over 80 exhibits, indulge in pampering in the Diva Oasis, participate in the activity area and attend sessions on Nutrition/Healthy Aging. The Expo is FREE. VIP tickets can be found where you get your Wellnessnews, from an exhibitors or off our website. While not required to attend, tickets redeemed raise funds to help women in our communities. See you on February 10th at the VI Conference Centre in Nanaimo.

The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is one of the most famous treks in the world. Its popularity is due to the amazing landscapes and Inca buildings built hundreds of years ago, and its final destination: Machu Picchu. Hiking the Inca Trail is an unforgettable experiences. To really enjoy the trek, make sure you are in good shape and acclimatize yourself to the altitude prior to starting out. The most effective and conventional method to eliminate the risk of altitude sickness is to gradually acclimatize to the high altitude. Plan to arrive in Cusco or any of the other high altitude cities at least three days prior to starting the trek.