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Many families are now opting for a simple, direct cremation with no funeral. Yet they keep returning to a traditional funeral home to arrange this sacred act. At Branch & Pyre Cremation Care, we are funeral home free, and offer a new, modern way to make these difficult arrangements. From the comfort of your home, you can now make this important decision from your computer, with 24 hr licensed funeral director support. You can then easily plan a memorial or Celebration of Life after. A simple cremation deserves a simple and dignified process.

Local Business Spot Light

Source Nutraceutical, Inc. (SNI) is a Canadian contract research organization with a wealth of experience in clinical research. We support our clients in developing and commercializing health products and medicinal therapies to improve health and prevent disease. We have a 20+ year track record serving clients in the natural health product, food, cosmetic, medical device, and pharmaceutical industries. Our recently built, state-of-the-art facility allows us to carry out cutting-edge clinical research in Winnipeg and its surrounding area. To learn more about SNI’s clinical trials services, visit www.sniclinic.com; call us at 431-478-0983; or follow us on Twitter @sniclinic.

Feels Like Home

Linden Pointe is a premium, master-planned senior living campus nestled in one of Winnipeg’s premier shopping, restaurant and recreational neighbourhoods. The Courtyards at Linden Pointe is part of our initial offering that presents a vibrant living experience for independent seniors; we are excited by the opportunity we have been given to pamper residents with modern amenities, comforts and services. The Courtyards is also designed to provide a little extra assistance that allows us to promote and maintain an active lifestyle for each and every one of our residents. We call it Brightwater Tailored Living™.

Shop Gluten Free!

Amanda Lynn Gluten free is your gluten free haven! Their Anola production facility is dedicated gluten- and nut-free! This is where they craft all their amazing products by hand with top-quality ingredients to accommodate various dietary needs. Their gluten free journey began with perfected perogies, holding true to traditional, taste and texture, meeting the needs for most of Canada’s top 10 allergens as well as vegan lifestyles. Pick up the finest gluten free, dairy-free, and vegan perogies at your local grocery store or explore their menu online: cabbage rolls, take-&-bake pizzas, ready-to-cook meals, wholesome soups, and decadent desserts – all allergen friendly. Amanda Lynn Gluten Free | algf.biz

Locally Made Flavored Pretzels

Elevate your Charcuterie board with Lady Di’s Snackers. Straight from Anola, Manitoba, these snacks are the ultimate crowd-pleasers! Savor four irresistible flavors: Zesty Original, Rosemary & Sea Salt, Parmesan Herb & Garlic, and Dill Pickle. Each bite will leave you craving more. Crafted by Lady Di, these pretzels are a must-try. Visit your local grocery store today to snag your own pack of Lady Di’s Snackers. Whether it’s a casual get-together or a special event, these pretzels bursting with flavor will be a hit!

Sleep Soundly with Vibroacoustic Therapy

Vibroacoustic chairs, it aims to induce relaxation, reduce anxiety, and promote better sleep quality. These vibrations synchronize therapy presents a promising avenue for alleviating insomnia’s grip on sleep-deprived individuals. This innovative approach combines the soothing effects of vibrations with calming auditory stimulation. By transmitting gentle vibrations through specialized devices, calming music and creating a multisensory experience that eases the mind and body into a tranquil state. Through its ability to enhance relaxation, modulate stress responses, and encourage a sense of well-being, vibroacoustic therapy offers a non-invasive, drug-free option to combat insomnia and cultivate restorative sleep patterns.

End the Self-Sabotage

Your unconscious mind is keeping you from having what you truly want in your life, and could even be sabotaging your best efforts. These unconscious commitments fuel your thoughts and behaviours. They are what creates the gap between what you say you want and what you are actually experiencing. When you were young and experienced a difficult situation but didn’t know how to process it, you made a decision about the meaning and formed a belief as a coping mechanism. Your mind believed it was necessary for survival. These beliefs stick with you and are reinforced over time. Ready to erase these unconscious commitments and choose new ones?

Should I Bring Mom or Dad Home?

If you have a parent who is in hospital, lives in a retirement home or in a long-term care facility, you may be asking yourself, “would Mom or Dad be safer staying at home with me temporarily?” Families across the country are struggling with this dilemma. Given the challenges of preventing disease transmission, some experts are recommending that seniors who can stay elsewhere should do so. If you want to bring a senior parent home temporarily but you’re worried about how you’ll provide the level of care they need, consider home health care services.

Prepare & Strengthen Your Immune System

Do you have an underlying health condition that stops your immune system from protecting you the way it should? In today’s world, you need a healthy body and immune system to protect yourself. Now is the perfect time to strengthen your immune system and increase your body’s ability to fight off infection. Your body needs to stock up on the immune-boosting essentials it requires to fight colds, flus, and viruses. Specific nutrients for the adrenals, spleen, lungs, and lymph nodes are vital to boost your immunity. Now is the time to give your body what it needs to prepare for the months ahead.

Dentures and Dry Mouth

Dry mouth is a condition that involves the salivary glands not producing enough saliva to adequately keep the mouth moistened. This lack of saliva can alter the fit and comfort of dentures, since saliva helps dentures retain their suction and stay in place and also has a lubricating effect that keeps dentures from rubbing on the gums and creating sores. Those who take certain medications, are older, and use tobacco and alcohol are more susceptible to dry mouth. If you’re experiencing dry mouth symptoms as a denture-wearer, contact your denturist to discuss your options.

Strengthen Your Immune System

As we age, our immune response capability reduces, which can lead to potential infection and disease. Since our body uses food to extract nutrients that prevent disease, it’s important that our diets contain nutrient-rich foods for an overall stronger immune system. Antioxidant-rich foods help fight against free radicals that can cause damage to the body, whereas sugary foods generate an inflammatory response within the body, causing health issues and lowering the immune system. Foods high in antioxidants include berries (blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, goji berries), red cabbage, beans, dark chocolate, pecans, spinach, carrots, and potatoes.