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Gratitude, Wellness and Thanksgiving

As Thanksgiving arrives, autumn reminds us to slow down, gather with loved ones, and appreciate the simple moments that bring comfort and joy. AüRAUM gemstone infused aromatherapy sprays combine pure essential oils with gemstone essences to create a warm, inviting atmosphere for the season. Mist your home before Thanksgiving gatherings, during quiet evenings, or whenever you want to encourage relaxation, grounding, and emotional balance. Take time to breathe deeply, reflect on what you are grateful for, and enjoy the beauty of fall. Complete your seasonal wellness ritual with a VitaJuwel gemstone water bottle or vial for inspired hydration each day.

October Book Club

The Complete Natural Medicine Guide to Breast Cancer: A Practical Manual for Understanding, Prevention and Care. Despite the risk of developing breast cancer, many women still have a limited knowledge of its causes and prevention. This guide uses the most recent research studies and clinical evidence to explain the causes of breast cancer and techniques for its prevention. Natural medicine strategies which complement conventional medical treatments and promote recovery. Self help detoxification programs, diet plans and herbal recommendations.

Understanding Breast Changes

Knowing how your breasts normally look and feel can help you notice changes that may need attention. Breast changes are common and can happen with age, hormonal fluctuations, pregnancy, medications, or other factors. However, a new lump, swelling, skin changes, nipple changes, unusual discharge, or a change in breast size or shape should be discussed with a healthcare professional. Getting to know your normal doesn’t mean checking for cancer every day—it means being aware of what is typical for you. Regular screening appropriate for your age and risk level is also important. If something feels different or concerning, don’t ignore it. Reach out and get it checked

Balance Your Hormones

What does hormone imbalance look like? Hot flashes, night sweats, bloating, irritability, brain fog, irregular cycle, and fatigue are just some of the symptoms. If you suffer from any of these and haven’t been able to find relief, why not try balancing your hormones naturally? A great option is to get your body tested with non-invasive nutritional testing to see if you are lacking specific hormone-related nutrients that may be causing or contributing to your discomfort. If you are, specialized nutritional formulations can be taken to correct the hormonal imbalance and relieve your symptoms naturally.

Supporting Health After Breast Cancer

Finishing cancer treatment—or continuing long-term therapy such as tamoxifen—often brings a new question: “What can I do now to support my health?” Integrative oncology combines conventional cancer care with evidence-informed nutrition, movement, stress management and other supportive strategies. These approaches may help improve quality of life and manage concerns such as hot flashes, fatigue, sleep difficulties, joint pain and mood changes. Regular physical activity and a Mediterranean-style eating pattern may also support health after breast cancer. At Uptown Integrative Health, our naturopathic doctors work alongside your oncology team to create a personalized survivorship plan.

Food to Never Feed Your Dog

All pet owners are aware of the dangers of chocolate. But have you heard of these ones? Keep your pup away from the following: 1. Onions – Plants of this family, including chives and garlic, are not suitable for dogs. Eating these could cause your animal to develop anemia, weakness, rapid breathing and even death. 2. Grapes or Raisins – This fruit can cause severe liver damage and kidney failure. It’s been proven that even a few grapes can potentially be fatal for your pet. 3. Xylitol – Is found in gum, baked goods, and anything else that is sugar substituted. It is extremely toxic to dogs. Even small amounts can cause seizures, liver failure or even death.

UROSPOT: The Pelvic Floor Revolution

UROSPOT Brings Its Pelvic Floor Revolution to Winnipeg. UROSPOT is a Canadian-owned pelvic health clinic helping women and men overcome bladder leaks, urgency, frequency, night waking, prolapse and sexual dysfunction – without surgery, pain, or downtime. Clients remain fully clothed while sitting on a specialized chair that uses Health Canada and FDA-approved technology to strengthen the pelvic floor – delivering a year’s worth of Kegels in a single, 30-minute session. No doctor referral is required. Join thousands of Canadians who have regained their freedom at UROSPOT. Visit UROSPOT.com or call (204) 318-8866 to book your complimentary consultation.

How’s Your Sleep Posture?

You spend nearly 1/3 of our lifetime sleeping, making your sleep posture extremely important to your daily wellbeing. Ideally, your head should remain in a neutral position. When side sleeping, pay attention to if the pillow is too thick or thin for you. Check if the neck becomes side flexed when laying on your side. Ideally the spine should be in neutral or straight. “Head forward posture” which is a jutting forward of the chin, is becoming more prominent with increased cell phone usage. Add to that a back sleeper with more than one pillow, the neck muscles are in a constant state of contraction trying to return to their normal length. Being pro-active could save you from a real “pain in the neck” later.

Clean Eating Recipe

Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal: Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups milk or milk substitute, 1 1/2 cups water, 2 1/2 cups quick oats, 1 15-ounce can pumpkin puree, 1/2 cup chopped pecans, 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup, 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice, 1 tsp cinnamon, 1 tsp vanilla, 1/2 tsp salt. Direction: Bring the milk and water to a boil in a saucepan that’s large enough to prevent boil-overs. Reduce the heat to low. Add the oats and then stir in all other ingredients. Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes until oats are done and oatmeal is thickened to your liking. Enjoy!

Community Events

Celebrate lively Elvis Tribute Shows. Enjoy great music and a welcoming community atmosphere, perfect for the whole family. Falcon Lake Hotel, Oct. 10 Buffet Dinner & Elvis Show $85.00 Dinner: 6 pm, Show Time 7:30. Brandon ANAF – Oct.17. $20 Show Time: 7:30. Fort Garry United Church – Oct.24. Gospel Elvis Show, Show Time 2:30, prize for best costume! Dance Nov. 14, 11:00 Pembina Highway. Oakbank Hotel- Nov.21. $20 Show Time: 7 pm. Check website for updates or contact Denny Bouchard for details. 204-470-6993 or [email protected]

Canadian Patient Safety Week

Did you know 80% of home falls occur in the bathroom? Slippery floors, water, and hard fixtures create high risks—especially for seniors or those with mobility challenges. Canadian Patient Safety Week (October 26-30) is the perfect time to focus on prevention. Simple upgrades like grab bars, non-slip mats, raised toilet seats, and walk-in tubs can dramatically lower fall risks. Bright lighting and clutter-free floors add extra protection. CPSW unites Canadians in making care safer at home and in healthcare settings. Together, we can protect health, preserve independence, and give families peace of mind.