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The Curves program has been extensively studied at the Exercise and Sports Nutrition Laboratory at Texas A&M University.

In a recent study, Curves Complete was shown to deliver superior results to other leading diet programs. Curves Complete participants lost more than twice the fat compared to other leading diet programs. Over a 16-week period, Curves Complete participants lost 14.1 pounds of fat while women following the leading diet program lost only 6.4 pounds. Long-term success lies in protecting lean muscles mass, which can help you maintain or increase your metabolic rate.

During the 16-week study, Curves Complete participants gained 2.9 pounds of lean muscle. Participants on the other plan actually lost 5.5 pounds of muscle. There is no upper range of intensity that can be elicited by using the Curves machines. The harder Curves members work, the higher the intensity achieved.

Curves Southdale

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Intuitive Abilities

Do you have a history of Anxiety? Have you had any unusual Spiritual or Religious experiences?

Do you have a family history of Psychic Phenomena? Do you have any history of Brain Trauma?

According to Dr. Daniel G. Amen, one of the foremost leaders in brain imaging, of the Amen Clinics in the US, in their research, they have observed that there are certain parts of the brain that are associated with these symptoms, especially psychic phenomena and if you are able to answer YES to three or more of the questions, there is a high likelihood that you have strong intuitive abilities.  Being so connected to Spirit can offer great peace once you learn how to manage and understand these abilities.  Consider seeking out experts and like-minded individuals to help you explore your natural gifts.

Sue Berard, Intuitive Medium at Divine Connection

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Slow Food for Fast-Paced Living

Rawnata is a modern twist on the Latin name “renate”, which means “reborn”. Rawnata focuses on utilizing raw flax, hemp, and chia seeds. No flour. No additives. No preservatives. No empty calories. Just raw, organic seeds and other nutrient-dense, purposeful, vegan ingredients to renew and energize you.

A dozen years ago, company founder Natalie Dueck was a mother of four young children who was plagued by constipation, rashes, lethargy, and allergies. Incorporating whole grains into her diet made such a positive difference to her health that she just had to share her newfound knowledge with others – and so in 2003 she began The Bread Lady booth at the St. Norbert Farmers Market. Concerned about the growing need of customers for quality gluten-free, organic, raw, and vegan products, she introduced raw, flour-less Flax Crackers to her customers in 2009. In 2011, her innovative Chocolate Hemp Snackers won a $15,000 product development prize, which led to the development of the Rawnata brand, which she is passionate about.

Currently, three varieties of Hemp Snackers and six varieties of Flax Crackers are available. Rawnata’s online store will be launching early in 2015.

Rawnata

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Product Showcase: CoEnzyme Q10

CoEnzyme Q10 (also known as CoQ10) is one of the best supplements available to help strengthen your heart muscle, provide better pumping capacity and increase heart muscle strength. Numerous studies indicate that CoQ10 is also very beneficial in the treatment of high blood pressure. Studies show that supplementing with CoQ10 can be effective for disease such as congestive heart failure, high blood pressure, some forms of cancer and gum disease. Although our bodies naturally produce CoQ10, they require more from our diets and supplements as we age in order to maintain our cardiovascular health.

CoQ10 helps to maintain and support cardiovascular health. Increases energy levels. Improves stamina. Provides fuel for the heart. Ideal for the treatment of high blood pressure. Helps maintain and improve overall health. Promotes better pumping capacity for the heart.

Nutrition Plus

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Fighting the War on Winter

Are you living in the Realm of W.O.W (War on Winter)?

It seems the older one gets, the more extreme it gets. We all know that we should eat vegetables and fruit, sleep well, drink more water, exercise, increase our Vitamin C and decrease our sugar intake. Some say we should get the flu shot. But is there some more solutions to the War on Winter and being Flu Fighters?

Try to maintain a healthy diet, eat quality protein, and implement Glutathione into your diet. Glutathione, is a naturally occurring protein that protects every cell, tissue, and organ from toxic free radicals and diseases. The supplement contains three amino acids: glycine, glutamate (glutamic acid) and cysteine. Glutathione helps repair damaged cells caused by stress, radiation, pollution, infection and a host of other ailments. Enhancing your body with glutathione supplements increases your natural immune boosting potential!

Rachel Silva, Quality Living Network

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Start the New Year

Why not start your new year off in a way that sets the pace for a balanced life full of joy and sustainable energy? Taking the time to recharge and nourish your self is essential in creating and maintaining an inner balance.

Embodying your Sacred Self: A Day of Energetic Transformation on January 31st is all about quieting down the chattered mind and reconnecting with the parts of ourselves that sometimes gets forgotten and needs attention. Using mindfulness meditations, movement and healing sounds of the singing bowls a sacred space is created to invite people to go deeper into the well within and come out more replenished and relaxed!

A Journey Through the Chakra System on March 19 & 20th connects us to the wisdom of our bodies and our minds using an ancient system to discover how our emotional issues are connected and stored inside.

D’Arcy Bruning-Haid

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Ask Your Vet

Susan from St. Vital asks: “Why does my dog drag his butt across the floor”?

Veterinarian Dr. Zheng answers: “There are several reasons why your dog may be “scooting” as it is commonly known:

  1. Anal Sac Issues; sometimes these sacs become abscessed, blocked, or inflamed and ways to remedy can include; expressing the sacs, giving antibiotics to treat an infection, increasing dietary fiber, lancing or flushing the sacs.
  2. Worms; Tapeworms are another, though less common, reason dogs may start scooting, Tapeworms are easy to treat with a dose of oral or injectable medication from your veterinarian.
  3. Rectal Prolapse; a rectal prolapse can happen to your dog after severe diarrhea or from straining with constipation. Treatment for rectal prolapse varies.

If your dog is scooting or persistently licking at the anal area, or in any way appears to be uncomfortable, you should talk to your vet. Treatment is often quick and easy and can make your dog and you a lot happier!”

Animal Hospital of Manitoba

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Giving Back: Mary Jane’s Cooking School

Mary Jane’s Cooking School, a not-for profit organization and registered charity was founded over 20 years ago, by a group of women concerned about the loss of basic life skills, and an over reliance on commercial foods. Recognizing food as the foundation to physical and mental health, the organization was created to reinforce the values of nutritional home-cooking and to re-educate people in the slow and simple art of cooking whole foods.

The origins of the school began with volunteer drop-in cooking classes in the inner city. A pioneer in the field of whole food education, Mary Jane’s Cooking School is a resource for non-corporate nutrition information and offers a wide range of classes. Some examples are: Cooking for diabetes, Vegetarian/Vegan Cooking, Bread Making and Soup Making. Environmental information is interwoven in the classes.

Volunteer services for technical support and help in preparing for classes and cleanup would be appreciated.

maryjanescookingschool.org

Book Club: Super Brain

By Deepak Chopra, MD & Rudy Tanzi, MD.

Learn the Super Brain dietary supplement – Ayurvedic Brain Support. Unleashing the Explosive Power of your Mind to Maximize Health, Happiness, and Spiritual Well-being. A manual for relating to the brain in a revolutionary new way, Super Brain shows you how to use your brain as a gateway for achieving health, happiness, and spiritual growth.

Super Brain explains by combining cutting-edge research and spiritual insights, demolishing the five most widespread myths about the brain that limit your potential, and then showing you methods to:

  • Use your brain instead of letting it use you
  • Create the ideal lifestyle for a healthy brain
  • Reduce the risks of aging
  • Promote happiness and well-being through the mind-body connection
  • Access the enlightened brain, the gateway to freedom and bliss
  • Overcome the most common challenges, such as memory loss, depression, anxiety, and obesity

The brain is not just the greatest gift that Nature has given us. It’s the gateway to an unlimited future that you can begin to live today.

deepakchopra.com

Early Winter Masala

A masala is any combination of spices blended and ground together.

Ingredients:

2 tablespoons cumin seeds
2 tablespoons caraway seeds
1 teaspoon yellow mustard seed
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder

Directions:

Roast the cumin, caraway and yellow mustard seed to a small pan and roast till the mustard seeds start to pop. Turn the heat off then add the spice powders to the blend. Put the blend into your mortar and pestle or spice grinder and grind the mixture. *Does not have to be ground into a fine powder.

Use on steamed vegetables, in stir fries, any soup or stew, in rice for added flavours or on popcorn! So yummy! Enjoy!

Kalee Mund is an Ayurvedic Counsellor, who teaches Ayurvedic Cooking Classes and other Ayurvedic Workshops.

kalee.mund@gmail.com

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