Along with the usual back-to-school preparations, children’s vision should rank high in importance. It is not unusual for the refractive status of eyes to change up to age 18, but these changes are more likely during the early growth years. Young kids might not readily notice problems at a time when 80% of what they learn is through the eyes. In addition, eye muscle imbalances can affect reading and concentration, both of which are important for academic success and a confident student. Arrange for a professional and comprehensive oculo-visual assessment, including ocular health, for your child soon!
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Exercise Your Brain
Just as physical exercise strengthens your body, mental exercise enhances brain function and reduces the risk of cognitive decline with age. Engage in strategic games like chess or bridge, and word games like Scrabble. Solve crossword puzzles or number puzzles like Sudoku. Read challenging newspapers and books. Develop the habit of learning new things, such as recipes, driving routes, or a musical instrument. Enroll in a course on an unfamiliar subject. The more you stimulate and engage your brain, the more you’ll continue learning and reap significant benefits.
Clean Eating Recipe
Raspberry-Lemon Greek Frozen Yogurt Bark. 3 cups plain Greek yogurt; ¼ cup honey; Zest of 1 lemon; 2 TBSP lemon juice; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 6 ounces raspberries, halved lengthwise. Line a large-rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Stir yogurt, honey, lemon juice and vanilla together in a medium bowl. Spread on the prepared baking sheet into a 10-by-15-inch rectangle. Scatter raspberries on top and sprinkle with lemon zest. Freeze until very firm, at least 3 hours. To serve, cut or break into 32 pieces. Freeze airtight between sheets of parchment for up to 1 month.
Disability Tax Credit Eligibility
If you have COPD, neuropathy, or joint arthritis impacting your mobility with pain, exhaustion, or shortness of breath, you may qualify for retroactive disability tax credit payments. This credit helps individuals with differing abilities receive financial compensation for a previous period of eligibility. You may qualify if you are restricted in walking all or substantially all the time and take approximately 3 times longer to walk 100 metres. If you have experienced fatigue, pain, shortness of breath, lack of coordination, and balance issues while walking, then call us for more information. We can get the eligibility process started for you.
Heat Exhaustion vs. Heat Stroke
Hotter days can impair the body’s ability to regulate temperature, which is especially challenging for older adults who adjust poorly to sudden changes and often have chronic conditions or medications that affect temperature control. Heat exhaustion indicates the body can’t stay cool, causing thirst, dizziness, weakness, and nausea, with possible excessive sweating and clammy skin. Resting in a cool place and hydrating can help, but if symptoms persist, seek medical care to prevent heat stroke. Heat stroke, marked by a temperature over 104°F, confusion, dry skin, and a rapid pulse, is a medical emergency requiring immediate cooling and medical attention. Enjoy the summer, but be safe!
Book Club
Burnout – The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle – By Emily Nagoski PhD and Amelia Nagoski DMA. This ground-breaking book explains why women experience burnout differently than men—and provides a simple, practical plan to help women minimize stress, manage emotions, and live a more joyful life. With the help of eye-opening science, prescriptive advice, and helpful worksheets and exercises, all women will find something transformative in these pages—and will be empowered to create positive change.
Denture Care Tips
It’s important to continue proper denture and oral health care, even during the busy summer months. To keep them in good condition, rinse your dentures after meals to prevent buildup and stay hydrated to maintain oral moisture. Avoid leaving dentures in direct sunlight or hot environments, as this can affect the acrylic. Clean them daily with a soft brush and non-abrasive cleaner to remove bacteria (do not use toothpaste to clean your dentures). For a refreshing feel, store your dentures overnight in water with a bit of mouthwash. Regular denture check-ups are essential to ensure proper fit and function. Enjoy the summer with a confident and comfortable smile!
Transform Your Fitness Journey
Check out Flex Fitness and start your fitness journey today with a free one-on-one consultation and 1-hour elite personal training sessions customized to your needs. Whether you want to look good, feel good, or age well, we can help you achieve your fitness goals. A personal trainer at Flex Fitness will boost your energy, stamina, focus, confidence, and flexibility with a program designed specifically for you. Our trainers work with all levels, from athletes to beginners, injury rehabilitation clients, new moms, youths, seniors, and those with cognitive disabilities. Enjoy our welcoming environment and amenities like a saltwater pool, hot tub, private showers, and change rooms.
A Call to Men
The fact is that your family and loved ones are counting on YOU for their experience of love, safety, and direction. The massive impact that we have as leaders and role models is unquestionable. That’s why as men and fathers, our commitment to our health and masculine integrity – which are inseparable – speaks volumes, then continues to speak for decades and generations. So if you want to change the course of your family legacy, start prioritizing your lifestyle habits because they determine not only your form and function, but ultimately how you show up as a man. “After working together for 90 days, Kai has had a profound effect on the trajectory of my life” – Will Cordingley –
Choosing Contact Lenses
Contact lenses are a popular alternative to corrective eyewear. They can be worn full-time or part-time for sports and recreation. The two main categories are soft (or gel) lenses and rigid gas permeable (RGP) lenses. Soft lenses are more popular and available in various formats to correct far-sightedness, near-sightedness, and astigmatism. RGP lenses have an important role in certain types of astigmatism and with fitting irregular corneal surfaces. All contact lenses touch eye tissue, and as such are a medical device that must be professionally fit, including training for proper handling and for important hygiene considerations.
