by Daniel Amen, MD
When our brains work right, we work right. But the brain is easily injured. A bump on the head, sleep deprivation and poor nutrition can all have long-term consequences leading to problems with attention, mood and even dementia. Dr. Amen shares his exciting insights into protecting, repairing and maintaining our brains with good nutrition, supplements and special exercises. A great read!
Dr. Anke Zimmermann ND,
www.drzimmermann.org
1. Defence Against Harmful Organisms. Oregano oil is known as nature’s most potent defender against unwanted invaders.
2. Strong Antioxidant. Antioxidants fight free radicals and oxidation — the process by which your cells age and wear out. Oregano oil contains high levels of antioxidants to help fight damaging free radicals.
3. Supports Good Health. Taking oregano oil is no guarantee that you’ll never get sick, but when you want to avoid what’s going around, oregano oil can be an extra line of defense and provide support against common, seasonal ailments.
4. Digestive System Support. Oregano oil supports digestion by stimulating the flow of bile to your digestive organs. This can help you get more nutrition out of your food and enjoy a more consistent system.
5. Excellent Nutrition. As an excellent source of vitamins A, C, and E, and zinc, magnesium, iron, calcium, potassium, copper, and niacin, oregano oil can be helpful in helping you meet your nutritional requirements.
There are several theories about why acupuncture may help treat Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease or COPD. Acupuncture is based on the principle of oriental medicine that believes in a holistic approach towards the treatment of all health problems. Acupuncture helps clear the body’s energy or qi and allows for its natural flow to helps prevent illnesses and disease. Experts believe that acupuncture improves the homeostasis or stability in the body. As a result of the acupuncture treatment, patients experience better circulation as the flow of blood and oxygen to the lungs is encouraged. What acupuncture also does is relax the muscles around the back and the chest. This helps open up the lungs and airways and reduces shortness of breath and other breathing difficulties. Doctors believe that the benefits of acupuncture are consistent with what is being attempted by other conventional treatments for COPD such as breathing exercises and relaxation techniques.
Winnipeg Acupuncture
www.winnipegacupuncture.com
Joint noise or, ‘crepitus’, is usually associated with wear and tear, and eventual osteoarthritis. It is most commonly the first symptom patients mention regarding their knee pain, but it can occur in any joint. This may be joint fluid movement, scar tissue, bones locating their normal groove and it may never become painful. But when it does become painful, it can be a strong indication of further injury and it should be examined by a professional. Laser treatment has demonstrated great results upon joint osteoarthritis, it can penetrate the bone effectively to treat cartilage problems. Running, walking, kneeling, golfing are all activities that require ‘weight-bearing’ with normal and abnormal twists; it is these incorrect biomechanics that can be your crepitus cause. Occasional bracing and stability exercises are required to support joints properly. Practice good mechanics in front of a mirror or with your Physiotherapist.
Chris Bisignana
www.yourphysio.com
Did you know that some medications put seniors at risk of falling? Recent data reports that 3000 seniors die each year as a result of medication-related problems of which 88% are considered preventable. 11% of Emergency room visits by seniors are drug related, and 20% of seniors in the community take medications that are considered inappropriate for their age. Many seniors fall through the cracks in the health care system. One of the reasons is that timely review of the complex health care needs of seniors is often not routinely done in community practice. A Senior Care Practitioner has advanced training and knowledge of how to prevent medication-related problems in the elderly. Expertise in Geriatric Pharmacy identify actual and potential medication-related problems, determine the relevance, safety and appropriateness of medications, suggest and implement safer alternatives and improve functionality and quality of life.
Mathilda Prinsloo
www.seniorcarepractice.com
L-Carnitine with Chromium is a blend of two nutrients that play important roles in the metabolism of fat. L-Carnitine is required for the breakdown of fats into energy, while chromium supports healthy glucose metabolism. Its main function is to help insulin carry sugar into muscle cells where it is stored as energy. A lack of chromium could cause fluctuating blood-sugar levels which trigger sugar cravings. As a carbohydrate dependent society, increasing the amount of L-Carnitine & Chromium in our diet in our formula’s proportions will assist the body’s ability to manage its carbohydrate cravings and, in turn, assist with a successful weight management protocol.
Valentus – The Healthiest Coffee in the World.
Christina Dueck
www.valentusmovie.com/operationweighless
Well, spring has sprung and, in typical Winnipeg style, those sweet drinks of summer seem oh so tempting. While refreshing and sweet, there are things you should know if you choose to treat yourself and your family to these treats. They are not good for you! They cause cavities, weight gain and contribute to type 2 diabetes. You would be shocked at how much sugar and how many calories are in these drinks and slushes. In short, enjoy these sweet treats in moderation. Rinse and brush often and remember the health benefits of a tall cool glass of water: Aaaahhh!
Dr. George Cadigan
www.exclusivelydentures.ca
Whole Healthcare focuses on addressing the whole-person and their unique story to reveal the TRUE underlying cause of physical, mental, emotional and stress related health issues. Every cell in the body must be in communication with every other cell in the body for us to maintain health. Although the body knows best how to heal and has an innate ability to do so, when communication breaks down within the body due to stress, trauma and genetic tendencies, that ability to self-heal becomes compromised.
BodyTalk is a Whole Healthcare system that enables the Practitioner to uncover and balance the underlying emotions, judgments, thoughts and life factors that have created the issue. BodyTalk seeks to address the “whole person,” meaning no aspect of the human experience should be overlooked. Using muscle checking and non-invasive techniques, the Practitioner helps to re-establish better communication within the body and engages the body’s natural healing response.
The beauty of BodyTalk is that it provides insights into the areas of your body/mind that need attention and in what priority and sequence they need to be addressed. What might seem like an obvious problem to you may be only the surface symptom that is being presented and is not necessarily the issue your BODY needs to have addressed FIRST. Each session is completely individualized for each person.
Every choice, and every experience in your life, has contributed to your current state of health. Each scar, laugh line, and injury has its own piece in your health picture. BodyTalk takes into consideration these pieces that are unique to each client. All aspects of YOU are drawn upon to establish a personalized approach to healthcare that brings about lasting changes and improvements to health, well-being and living.
BodyTalk is designed to integrate all fields of healthcare to create a more whole-istic approach to health and well-being. Ultimately, treatments focused on the symptoms that are being presented and not the whole picture can only bring relief rather than enabling full healing. The real power in healing lies in the discovery of the pieces and factors that are behind the symptoms. The BodyTalk System does this naturally for each individual it serves because BodyTalk IS Whole Healthcare.
Shannon Russell, Certified BodyTalk & Access Consciousness Practitioner, BodyMind Freedom Solutions
Shannon Russell
www.bodymindfreedom.net
Sprouting is a process that germinates grains, seeds or legumes. This process makes them more easily digestible and produces additional vitamins and minerals including vitamin C, vitamin B and Carotene. Another benefit of sprouting is the resulting decrease in phytic acid. Phytic acid is an enzyme inhibitor, which means that it blocks the absorption of vitamins and minerals and can also cause poor digestion and an unhealthy gut. This may explain why many people feel bloated, gassy or intolerant of beans and grains. Some people who believe that they are gluten intolerant actually do quite well with properly sprouted grains. Some have even linked phytic acid and improperly prepared grains to the rise in tooth decay. If you do eat grains, it’s best to soak or sprout them first. The way that you sprout any grain, seed or legume is the same, only the amount of time you sprout it changes.
Rick Drury
www.scoopandsave.com
It can be difficult to be a caregiver and manage multiple or complex medications for a loved one. It is important to ensure medications are taken appropriately to help maintain good health. A visiting pharmacist provides personal support with regular medication delivery and home consultations. The pharmacist reviews a client’s prescription drugs and over the counter medications to advise if there are any drug interactions and makes adjustments as necessary. This level of support can reduce emergency room visits and hospital stays and results in a strong, trusting relationship between clients, caregivers and pharmacists. The visiting pharmacist also provides seamless care for hospital discharge patients and works closely with other health care professionals to deliver a high level of care to the client. Care is tailored to specific individual needs such as assisting with blood pressure readings, adding medications to convenient packaging and making changes in a timely manner.
Care At Home Pharmacy
www.careathomepharmacy.ca
