The Harvard Medical School Guide to Men’s Health – distills 25 years of research on men’s health into a comprehensive resource. It covers diet, exercise, supplements, and diseases like prostate cancer. The guide also offers advice on alcohol consumption, stress control, and navigating the healthcare system, making it an essential reference for men’s health. Ask at your local bookstore.
Did You Know?
Your eyes have more active muscles than any other part of your body, and they are responsible for over 50% of the brain’s functionality. Also, your eyes have blind spots where the optic nerve and retina connect, but your brain fills in the missing information.
May Book Club
Eyefoods: The Complete Eye Health and Nutrition Guide. The Complete Eye Health and Nutrition Guide, optometrist Dr. Laurie Capogna offers a groundbreaking plan for improving eye health and slowing or preventing common eye disorders. This comprehensive and easy-to-understand guide includes in-depth research based on 20+ years of clinical experience from a pioneer in the field, supported by recent scientific findings. With expert advice and 100+ companion recipes highlighting the power of nutrient-rich foods and supplements. This book will help you keep your eyes happy and healthy, while improving your overall health and well-being.
Eye Healthy Recipe
Easy Green Smoothie. This refreshing smoothie is hydrating and filled with vitamins for your eyes, such as – vitamin K, lutein, zeaxanthin, carotenoids. A handful of spinach. 1½ cups frozen pineapple chunks. 1½ cups frozen peach chunks. 1 banana. 1 can light coconut milk (400 ml). 1 tsp. of ground flax and hemp seeds. Add ingredients to blender. Add fresh spinach, fruit, and coconut milk into a blender. Blend & Enjoy!
Healing Chronic Pain Naturally
Chronic pain in your hips, shoulders, neck, knees, hands, or feet can limit mobility and impact daily life. Natural approaches like CellSonic Regeneration therapy help by reducing inflammation, decalcifying joints, and energizing cells for deep healing. Combined with Deep Tissue Non-Surgical sessions, these methods can improve strength, balance, and overall function—without drugs or needles. Addressing the root cause of pain supports long-term recovery and better movement. Don’t let discomfort slow you down—explore natural solutions for a faster, more effective path to relief.
Why Should I See a Naturopath?
Seeing a naturopathic doctor (ND) offers a holistic, personalized approach to healthcare, focusing on treating root causes and promoting overall wellness. NDs emphasize prevention, combining natural therapies like nutrition, herbal medicine, and stress management with patient education. They are particularly beneficial for chronic conditions, such as hormonal imbalances or digestive issues, and can complement conventional treatments to enhance recovery and reduce side effects. NDs prioritize non-invasive, natural remedies and empower patients to take control of their health. For those seeking a preventative, integrative, or alternative approach to care, licensed NDs provide a valuable resource for achieving long-term health goals.
Understanding Yoga Therapy
Yoga therapy focuses on simple movements and the connection between body segments, rather than traditional yoga postures. It involves neuromuscular patterning and repatterning through basic movement. The human experience is an ongoing interplay of cause and effect, with unique responses to external events. Throughout life, we may encounter injuries, illness, or emotional challenges, often affecting both body and mind. A Yoga Therapist works with you to create a personalized practice that supports recovery, enhances ease, and fosters meaningful transformation, helping you navigate physical, emotional, or mental struggles toward healing and well-being.
Dental Experiment at Home
Engage your child in a fun home dental activity to promote oral health awareness and establish family routines. Craft “plaque” slime to demonstrate how it adheres to egg carton “teeth”, simulating the buildup of real plaque. Emphasize the importance of brushing and flossing twice daily to prevent plaque accumulation, which hardens into tartar if not removed. Explain that only a dentist and hygienist can remove tartar, underscoring the significance of regular oral hygiene. Create the slime by mixing white glue and cornstarch, then apply it to the egg carton “teeth”. Encourage your child to remove the simulated plaque, fostering hands-on learning about dental care.
Manage Osteoarthritis with Laser Therapy
Osteoarthritis is a leading cause of disability and mobility issues in older individuals. Studies have found laser therapy to be helpful at improving pain, disability, and mobility in osteoarthritis. Exercise and education should provided as a first line of treatment for osteoarthritis. Laser can also be combined with rehabilitation exercises including the GLA:D program offered at Origin. If you would like to discuss treatment options for osteoarthritis, schedule an assessment with our team!
May is Better Speech & Hearing Month!
Did you know that the entire month of May is dedicated to Better Speech and Hearing? During May, the hearing care industry makes a special effort to educate the public about hearing loss. Helen Keller once said that of all her sensory deprivations, she most missed her ability to hear. She noted that while blindness kept her separate from things, hearing loss separated her from people. Hearing impairment not only affects your ability to understand speech, but it also has a negative impact on your social and emotional well-being, as you struggle to carry on meaningful conversations and avoid activities.
Community Event:
May 13: 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM. Midlife Makeover: Menopause, Cancer Screening, and Pelvic Health. Crown Isle Resort & Golf Community. Come join Drs. Aaron Kennedy, Elizabeth Thompson, Alexandra Bascom, and Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist Shannon Lawrence, for a fun and informative event diving into menopause, sexual function, and cancer screening. Tickets and more information on Eventbrite.com.


