Balancing blood sugar levels through diet is essential for overall health and managing conditions like diabetes. Here are some dietary tips to help achieve optimal blood sugar balance: 1. Choose complex carbohydrates: Opt for whole grains, legumes, and vegetables, which provide fiber and slow down glucose absorption. 2. Include lean proteins: Incorporate sources like poultry, fish, tofu, and beans, as they promote satiety and stabilize blood sugar levels. 3. Eat healthy fats: Incorporate sources like avocados, nuts, and olive oil to help slow digestion and prevent spikes in blood sugar. 4. Control portion sizes: Be mindful of portion sizes to avoid excessive carbohydrate intake. 5. Limit sugary foods and beverages: Minimize consumption of sugary snacks, desserts, and sugary drinks. 6. Regular meal timings: Stick to regular meal timings to maintain consistent blood sugar levels. 7. Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of water throughout the day.
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Healthy Workshops
At Whole Hearted Wellness by Loretta, we embrace a holistic approach to living well. I offer a range of services, including gut health workshops, whole-food nutrition guidance. If you’re interested in reducing inflammation and building healthy habits, join our Shred10 detox challenge starting Sept. 16. Plus, don’t miss our upcoming sourdough workshops on September 27 & 29 where you’ll learn the art of nourishing yourself from the inside out.! For more information call 204.218.9987 – Loretta Tetrault, Whole Hearted Wellness
Prepare & Strengthen Your Immune System
Do you have an underlying health condition that stops your immune system from protecting you the way it should? In today’s world, you need a healthy body and immune system to protect yourself. Now is the perfect time to strengthen your immune system and increase your body’s ability to fight off infection. Your body needs to stock up on the immune-boosting essentials it requires to fight colds, flus, and viruses. Specific nutrients for the adrenals, spleen, lungs, and lymph nodes are vital to boost your immunity. Now is the time to give your body what it needs to prepare for the months ahead.
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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 ->
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.
Spotlight on Local Research
Are you interested in learning about the latest advancements in dementia research happening right here in Manitoba? Join us this World Alzheimer’s Month on Thursday, September 19 from 6 – 7:30 pm for our free public education event, “Spotlight on Local Research: Connecting the Dots” at Centre Culturel Franco-Manitobain (CCFM), 340 Provencher Blvd. in Winnipeg.
Hear from three local researchers discuss their unique disciplines and how they relate to dementia research and brain health – you might be surprised at how the dots connect. Live streaming events will also take place at participating Alzheimer Society locations across the province. Register today at alzheimer.mb.ca.
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.
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!
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.
Yellow Blooms Boost Mood
Yellow flowers have a remarkable impact on mental health, offering both visual and psychological benefits. Their bright, sunny hue is known to evoke feelings of happiness and positivity, counteracting stress and anxiety. Yellow symbolizes hope and optimism, often uplifting the spirit and enhancing mood. Studies suggest that exposure to vibrant colors, especially yellow, can stimulate mental activity and boost energy levels. Flowers like sunflowers, daisies, and marigolds not only beautify spaces but also create a warm, inviting atmosphere. Incorporating yellow flowers into daily life, whether at home or work, can be a simple yet effective way to promote emotional well-being.
