With the fall routines upon us, it can often be hard to eat properly. Either you’re in a hurry or you don’t know what to make. This season, learn how to cook some new meals with Parks, Recreation and Culture! Classes are offered in basic cooking, cheese making and even cuisine from around the world (Indian, Japanese, Mexican)! When you make your own food, you save money, and you know exactly what ingredients you are consuming. See the Fall and Winter Activity Guide for all the details. “Eating is necessary, but cooking is an art.”

Fall is here and so is the wet, colder weather. Walking after a rain fall can be risky. Many walkers do not realize how slick the leaves on the ground can be. Wearing proper shoes and using Walking Poles can help reduce the chances of slipping and falling. Make sure that your footwear also provides support for your ankles. Using a pair of Walking Poles allows you to enjoy nice long walks with friends no matter what the weather. New to Walking Poles? Come for a free Walking Pole Seminar. Keep doing what you love to do!

A mobility scooter is a lifestyle-enhancing vehicle that can help you rediscover a sense of freedom and mobility. To get the most out of your scooter, you need the right one for you and your lifestyle. Things to consider include: – Can it be transported by car, taxi and plane? – Does it come apart and go back together easily? – Are the parts light enough to lift? – What are the weight restrictions? Take into account the things that you transport on a regular basis not just your own weight. Mobility scooters may be covered by extended health care plans.

Memorializing your loved one is an important part of the grieving process. You want to say something special about the life they lived, the impact they had, and the legacy they leave behind. There are many ways to pay tribute with a unique memorial that will serve as a place for family and friends to connect and remember. Memorials options available include, Bronze memorials placed on a granite base flush to the ground or Upright monuments crafted from the finest granite. The Living Tribute Program is a tree-mounted plaque that identifies the family and/or person being memorialized.

This Six Week “Start to Health, Happiness & Perfect Weight Program” begins with a Start-up Darkfield Microscopy assessment of your body’s present performance. The full program includes; weekly pain free Ozone injections to tighten skin and reduce existing cellulite and scarring, Nutrition Guidance, Exercises and Osteopathy to assist with sculpting the body back to mobility, Acupuncture and Hypnosis to help overcome food addiction and cravings and Sudatonic deep infrared therapy to ease detox. With this program you will not only lose undesired weight, you will be educated on health and restore function in your body and soul. Bring happiness and control back into your life!

With summer’s end, there is a whole lot of change going on. Any kind of change represents stress to our body which makes it more likely to get colds and flus. Here are a few simple tips to make the transition easier and healthier. *Use essential oils to help modulate feelings of anxiety around all of the challenges of either work or school. * Increase supplements during periods of transition * Incorporate exercise into your day. Exercise relieves stress and boosts the immune system. *Put a drop of Doterra On Guard on the bottom of everyone’s feet to support their immune system.

Lack of trust in elected representatives contributes to anxiety, anger, and political apathy. Paul Manly is committed to changing that. As the MP for Nanaimo-Ladysmith, he set a new standard for transparency, accountability and accessibility. Each week Paul was in Ottawa, he posted a report on PaulManlyMP.ca detailing his meetings, what he spoke about in the House of Commons and how he voted on important legislation. Back home, he hosted ten non-partisan community meetings across our riding, where he reported to constituents about his work, and opened the floor for questions, issues, and concerns. Paul will continue these practices regularly for as long as he is our MP.

Many of us have suffered a concussion or know someone who has had one in the past. A loss of consciousness and vomiting does not mean a person does not have a concussion. One of the most common symptoms of a concussion is a headache. If the headache is still present over a month later, other things may be going on. An upper neck misalignment can also cause headaches. If you have had a concussion and are still suffering from headaches, talk to an upper neck chiropractor to see if you have a misalignment present.

The City of Nanaimo’s Fall and Winter Activity Guide is here! Within its pages you will discover over 1,000 programs that are sure to keep you active as the days get shorter and colder. There are classes in arts, crafts, dance, fitness, first aid, music, language, wellness, outdoors, sports, swimming and skating and community event details. Studies continually show the benefits of being active and socializing as an important part of being healthy – both physically and emotionally. Need some ideas to keep you active? Contact our recreation experts or visit our website.