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It’s Not Your Fault You’ve Been Lied To – by Dr. Ryan Greschuk, DC. Health has become so confusing, hasn’t it? Conflicting research, slick marketing, and lies about your health and your potential are being sold to you daily. Let’s keep it simple! By connecting to the timeless principles that have kept people healthy for thousands of years, you’ll finally find simple steps that will get you results so you can live the life you’ve always dreamed of. Imagine true freedom to do the things you thought you had given up forever! You’ll learn the five main areas of health that the world’s longest-living people have used to create vibrant, energetic lives free of illness and medication. It’s not too late to live your BEST LIFE NOW!

Bowenwork Therapy for Frozen Shoulder

Do you experience joint pain or restriction in range of motion? As a Bowen Therapist, one of the complaints I see is Frozen Shoulder. This very painful condition often takes 1-2 years to “thaw”. Bowen Works patient Barb says, “In 2014, I suffered with two frozen shoulders. I was in excruciating pain and had very limited mobility. I tried other treatments but they were painful and didn’t help. I had not heard of Bowen Therapy before but after 5 treatments both shoulders were completely healed”. Bowen Therapy is safe, pain-free, and very effective in the treatment of Frozen Shoulder.

Embracing Change

Many of us were raised to be strong and to do it on our own. However our world continues to change with increased knowledge and ever changing technology. This in turn makes change so much more challenging. Change can be overwhelming but today there are resources and support available. Having support is very empowering and expedites success. It increases your self-confidence, mindset, relationships, communication, work-life balance, health and longevity. Look for a coach, mentor, or advisor who will hold your visions, see your success and guide you to seeing the solutions within you, they will be your best cheerleader.

Why do you Wear Socks?

Socks are a creative way to express your personality and style like our prime minister with his maple leaf socks. Many of us choose our socks by appearance not realizing that there are many health benefits to wearing the right socks. Socks with antibacterial properties help prevent odors and fight germs and fungus. Socks can also prevent foot pain by protecting feet from the environment and if you wear them to bed, can help you fall asleep more easily. Today there are socks available that not only keep your feet warm, but may also offer general pain relief, more energy and increased balance and stability.

In Full Color

Over a year ago, Teresa’s husband brought home a copy of the Wellnessnews from Manitoba and said “You should look into this, we need this in our community.” We agreed and decided to bring Wellnessnews to Central Vancouver Island. Here we are, 12 issues later, healthier and a little lighter with a greater understanding of the meaning of health and wellness. The feedback that we receive from our readers has been overwhelmingly positive. As we begin our second year of publishing we are over the moon thrilled to be doing so in full color!

Gaming vs Gambling

Once upon a time, gaming and gambling were separate forms of entertainment, vying for their respective market share. In today’s world, now that people of all ages have wide-ranging access to the internet and smart phones, these industries have become powerhouses within their respective worlds. How people gamble has changed. How our youth play video games has changed as well: Never-ending self-contained online worlds, rife with micro-transactions fuel increased spending to simply keep up in the game. If this all sounds foreign to you, please connect with an under 40 gaming enthusiast near you. Gaming and gambling have changed. Now, there is even more reason to make sure we are doing both responsibly.

Seasonal Allergies?

It is spring time again. For many it is a time for congested sinuses, headaches, watery or itchy eyes. If you are one of the millions who suffer from seasonal allergies, there are natural treatments available that can be as effective as allergy medication. An anti-inflammatory diet consisting of nutrient dense food and avoiding processed meats and foods is a part of natural allergy relief. Taking a tablespoon of local, raw honey every day will help your body build a tolerance to the local pollen that may be causing your misery. Visit your local health food store for more information on seasonal allergies.

Oils for Relaxation

Essential oils are amazing for enhancing relaxation and rejuvenating our energy. Simply smelling oils such as lavender, grapefruit, frankincense,cedarwood, or blends such as “Stress Away,” “AromaEase,” or “Release” can be enough to support the calming of your nerves. You can add them to Epsom salts for a lovely bath, diffuse them, add your favourite to a spray bottle (plus water) and spray your linens. Try placing a drop on a cotton ball or clothes peg and placing it in your car vent. These are just a few ways to feel the beneficial effects of these pleasant aromas.

Community Profile – A New Home for Sundrops

The current office of the Sundrops Centre for Child Development at the Clements Centre is too small and not as accessible as desired. So, they are moving into their own space at the former Island Oak High School location at 5814 Banks Rd. They will be renovating the location to provide space to meet with families, to have family group meetings and therapy sessions. Donations to the Sundrops Centre can be made in person at 5856 Clements Street, by phone at (250) 746.4135 or through Canada Helps. Please help make a difference in the lives of children in our community.

Colon Hydrotherapy – Help your Body Detoxify

Today’s average diet promotes constipation and poor bowel function. Most of us try eating healthy food and getting plenty of exercise but sometimes it is just not enough. Colon Hydrotherapy cleanses and tones the entire 5’5” of the colon after a series of treatments. Results can include more energy, improved concentration and focus, clear complexion, and a boost to the immune system from whole body detoxification. By removing low fibre foods that linger in the colon, weight loss can be jumpstarted. When choosing a colon hydrotherapy provider, look for one that uses the most advanced equipment available today boasting the best sanitizing and safety technology.

Every Breath You Take

Each of the 20 breaths you take per minute supplies essential oxygen to your body’s cells while dispelling carbon dioxide. This helps revitalize your entire body from the respiratory system to your digestive system. How you feel, your energy level, clarity of mind and mood is dependent on how well your bodily systems are functioning
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Breathing clean air that is free of unhealthy chemicals and gases helps maintain a healthy body and a happier mindset. Using products with activated charcoals in your home helps absorb odours and chemicals that prevent you from making every breath you take clean and revitalizing.