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.
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I Hear You
Ensuring effective communication is crucial for valued relationships. Here are five reasons to prioritize a hearing test: 1. Enhanced intimacy and build trust through shared stories. 2. Create lasting memories by actively participating in social gatherings. 3. Improve happiness by avoiding frustration and anger caused by hearing difficulties. 4. Make moments count by eliminating the need for repeated conversations. 5. Demonstrate love by addressing hearing concerns and acknowledging others’ worries. Contact us today for a free consultation and hearing test to strengthen your connections.
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.
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.
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.
Balance Your Hormones Naturally
What does hormonal 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 symptoms and haven’t been able to find relief, why not try balancing your hormones naturally. Biofeedback testing and treatment help to detect imbalances and stimulate hormone-producing organs to balance the body. Another effective option is to get your body tested to see if it is lacking specific hormone-related nutrients. If you are, natural nutritional formulations can be taken to correct the hormonal imbalance and relieve your symptoms.
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.
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A Soulful Mexican Yoga Retreat. Experience a transformative retreat at Copal House Retreat’s ocean-front villa in the Riviera Maya, featuring panoramic Caribbean views from our rooftop studio. Deepen your yoga practice amidst stunning cenotes and ocean breezes. Included: health and wellness-focused welcoming ceremony, accommodations, meals for any dietary restrictions, 2 daily yoga/meditation sessions, one-hour therapeutic massage, bikes, paddleboards, snorkeling gear, travel assistance, and several excursions. To Enter -> ManitobaWellnessHub.ca Explore Copal Retreat ->
Avoid Summer Food Poisoning
Foodborne illness peaks in the summer, as more people are cooking outside without the safety controls of a kitchen. Symptoms of food poisoning typically include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and fever. The severity and duration of symptoms vary depending on the type and amount of contaminated food ingested. Common causes of food poisoning include improper food handling, inadequate cooking, cross-contamination, and consuming expired or spoiled food. It is essential to practice good hygiene, proper food storage, thorough cooking, and regular handwashing to prevent foodborne illnesses. If food poisoning is suspected, seeking medical attention, staying hydrated, and resting are crucial for recovery and avoiding complications.
Emotional Dysregulation in Kids
Some kids have big emotion they can’t control. Emotional dysregulation refers to difficulties managing and responding to emotional experiences in an age-appropriate manner. This can manifest as intense, prolonged, or inappropriate emotional reactions, such as extreme anger, sadness, or anxiety. Children with emotional dysregulation often struggle to self-soothe, leading to frequent outbursts, difficulty in social interactions, and challenges in academic settings. Contributing factors can include genetics, trauma, or developmental disorders. Effective interventions often involve teaching emotional awareness, coping strategies, and problem-solving skills, alongside supportive environments both at home and in educational settings. Early identification and intervention are crucial for positive long-term outcomes.
Benefits of Therapeutic Massage
Deep tissue, or therapeutic massage, is a potent ally in combating muscular discomfort, tensions, aches, and sports injuries. By targeting deep muscle layers, this therapeutic technique enhances blood circulation, reduces inflammation, and releases toxins. Through focused pressure, it improves mobility, flexibility, and reduces pain. Deep tissue massage is particularly beneficial for chronic pain and rehabilitating sports injuries. With its precise approach, it offers long-lasting relief, making it an essential tool for those seeking to overcome muscular ailments. This therapeutic approach promotes overall muscle health and provides significant, lasting benefits for those experiencing persistent pain.
