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Hypnotherapy for Weight Loss

Embark on a transformative journey towards a healthier, happier you with the power of hypnotherapy for weight loss. Say goodbye to fad diets and grueling workouts, and unlock the secrets hidden within your subconscious mind. Hypnotherapy gets your mind working with you rather than against you. Hypnotherapy aligns your mind and body, creating an environment where it feels easy to adjust your habits, motivations, and beliefs. Imagine effortlessly shedding those extra pounds as negative beliefs and self-sabotaging patterns melt away. With the guidance of a skilled hypnotherapist, you’ll rewrite your story, rewiring your mind for success and achieve your weight loss goals.

Naturopathic Approach to Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Did you know that April is IBS Awareness Month? IBS is one of the most common digestive disorders and can sometimes be one of the most confusing. Common triggers for IBS symptoms include stress, reduced gut biome diversity, food sensitivities/intolerances, and hormones. The condition is often diagnosed by ruling out other conditions and is frequently treated with pharmaceutical medications. Another option is to use naturopathic medicine to take a whole-system approach to managing the condition. This can involve individually tailored plans featuring botanicals, supplements, and enzymes, diet changes, and stress management techniques to address underlying health factors.

Preparing for your Quit Date

A little preparation can go a long way in ensuring your success with quitting smoking. When planning your quit date, it’s helpful to remind yourself of the reasons you want to do this in the first place. There are major reasons to quit, such as reducing your risk for disease and cancer. What are your other reasons? Write down your top 10. Before your quit day, you may want to think of rewards you can give yourself, as well as activities which you can turn to if cravings get bad. Studies tell us that psychological preparation plays a large role in the likelihood of success with smoking cessation.

Words to Live By

“In this present moment there is no fear. Fear is an indicator that your mind is either in the past or the future, making up stories about moments that have already happened or are yet to come. Be truly present today and stay attuned to the safety of the moment you are already in.” – Keith Macpherson

5 Easy Healthy Eating Hacks

1) Making tomato sauce? Add in diced carrots, celery, onion, peppers, and zucchini 2)Making smoothies? Add in avocado, spinach/lettuce/kale blend; cucumbers 3) Making soup? Great to add a sink load of veggies – blend them up to add thickness and hide them. Also, a great medium for anti-inflammatory spices such as turmeric and ginger 4) Potato lover? Making mashed potatoes by using half cauliflower or sweet potatoes 5) Spices and Herbs? Rosemary for liver, garlic for heart and anti-microbial, cinnamon for blood sugar, thyme for immune system and respiratory health, sage for memory, parsley, and cilantro for digestive support.

Claiming Care Medical Expenses

Navigating the financial challenges of supporting aging parents, special needs children, or spouses with severe illnesses often involves significant attendant care expenses. The Disability Tax Credit (DTC) allows individuals to claim annually for attendant care fees incurred in Canada. Eligible expenses include nursing home or full-time care, group homes, in-home attendant care, retirement homes, special schools, or training institutions. Other eligible disabilities span vision, mobility, hearing, feeding, dressing, elimination functions, and mental capacities crucial for daily life. Approval for the (DTC) is necessary to claim these expenses.

Cleaner Homes, Safer Havens!

Norwex® is transforming homes into Safe Havens through effective, safe, and sustainable cleaning and personal care products – that reduce the use of harmful chemicals! These unique products empower you to stop using household cleaners and body products laden with harmful chemicals and help you eliminate single-use waste that threatens the environment! You can choose a “Cleaner, Safer, Better Way” today. There are perfect product combos for your bathrooms and kitchens; along with safe, soft, and snuggly products for your children and pets. Norwex® products truly pamper, restore, and rejuvenate our living and personal spaces. Request a catalogue today!

Brain Teasers

1. Which hormone is often called the ‘stress hormone’? 2. What is the smallest bone in the human body? 3. What does a sphygmomanometer measure 4. What is the strongest muscle in your body?

Feel the Gain with Less Pain

“Are there any exercises that can help me?” “Are there any exercises, or things I shouldn’t do?” These are two of the most common questions we hear in our physiotherapy office and are difficult to answer simply. The short answer is yes and no to both. When exercising hurts, and you find yourself afraid to try, but know you should, figuring out ‘the why’ is essential. More pain doesn’t lead to gain. There are many ways to exercise and the worst exercise is none at all. If moving better, or more, or with less pain is on your New Year’s resolution list this year, come for a consultation and learn ‘your why’ and what to do.

Antioxidant Rich Infused Coffee

Savor the unparalleled delight of RED, a true masterpiece in the world of coffee. This premium brew, made from 100% organic Arabica beans, stands alone, unmatched by any other. With its unique infrared roasting process and infusion of the coffee fruit’s nutritional power, RED offers the healthiest and finest coffee experience you can indulge in. Say goodbye to bitterness and burnt flavors with this incredibly smooth blend. Whether enjoyed at home or on the go, RED provides a premium coffee experience at a fraction of the cost of your local coffee shop’s average cup of Joe.