Eating sugary foods creates a vicious cycle spurred on by addiction. Scientists have found that sugar stimulates the same pleasure centers of the brain as cocaine or heroin. Just like those hard-core drugs, getting off sugar leads to withdrawal and cravings, requiring an actual detox process to wean off. Cutting ties with your sugar addiction can do wonders for your skin, mood, waistline, and sleep schedule. Try cutting back a little every day, and eventually take bigger steps. For example, if you are craving something sweet, have a piece of fruit, cheese or nuts. Try not to add sugar to your morning coffee. Your body will thank you! Alma Naranjo, Success Weight Loss, SuccessWeightLoss.ca

For many years now, authoritative reports such as Bioinitiative 2007 & Bioinitiative 2012 have revealed the serious adverse health effects of certain prevalent electromagnetic fields (EMF). Some culprit emitters of much of the EMF pollution are not surprisingly the very devices we often purchase at high prices and are convinced we cannot live without. Even with self-discipline and lifestyle changes stemming from increased awareness of the problem, EMF pollution is relatively inescapable in our present society. Realizing this, more people are now also protecting themselves and their living/work spaces with EMF transmuting Shieldite(*TM) having proprietary Biometric Frequency Infusion Technology. Nelson Meggitt, OptimumWellnessFactor.ca

The pair of socks you are wearing can make a difference in how you feel during your day. Have you ever had a pair that were too tight around the calf and left an ugly red welt? Or the ones that fall down and work their way under your foot? Traditional cotton socks hold water and keep feet clammy and wet and not smelling very nice. To improve your day, wear socks that have a soft touch top and an ergonomic y-heel that keeps the heel from slipping. Look for socks that guard against blisters with moisture resistance and anti-bacterial protection. The right socks can also provide stability, support and increase balance.
I.Ostman, Facebook.com/GreatSocksForALL

There are certain indicators of financial difficulties, such as receiving frequent calls or letters from collection agencies, having no savings, spending all your money before payday, stalling one creditor to pay another, using your credit cards or other loans to pay for everyday expenses, failing to budget or make a financial plan, having trouble making the minimum payments on your credit cards, and not knowing what your real monthly expenses are. There are many options to help you solve your money problems — such as consolidating your loans or making a consumer proposal. Be sure to seek professional advice from a Licensed Insolvency Trustee before you make any decisions.

Derek L. Chase, CPA, CA, CIRP. Licensed Insolvency Trustee, ChaseSekulich.com

According to Truweight, drinking water should be a default morning routine for a healthy lifestyle. Water gives you a healthy start because it helps properly circulate nutrients in the body. Water serves as the body’s transportation system. It also helps with weight loss. By staying hydrated, one can prevent overeating, since many people confuse thirst for hunger. Drinking water as soon as you get up before eating is a good way to purify your internal system. This helps flush toxins from our body and cleanses the colon, enabling better absorption of nutrients from various foods. Water flushing helps the skin do its job of regulating the body’s temperature through sweating, renewing the body’s cells.

Stephen Dalley, MA, B.Ed., ComoxValleyHCG.com

Based on neuroscience, binaural tones are a safe way of healing your mind and restoring your brain to a healthy state. People with anxiety, depression, sleep disorders, low energy, chronic headaches, muscle pains, and so much more have put their problems in the past by listening to engineered binaural tracks through HQ binaural headphones. Athletes and students have also improved their performance by training using binaural tones. The possibilities of brain hemispheric optimization are seemingly endless, since getting your brain working just right is often what you need to let everything else unfold exactly how you need it to.

Nelson Meggitt, OptimumWellnessFactor.ca

Obesity rates among children and youth in Canada have nearly tripled in the last 30 years! Recent studies show that only 9% of Canadian kids ages 5 to 17 get the recommended 60 minutes per day of moderate to vigorous physical activity. Does your kid spend too much of their life lying around watching Netflix? Children and teenagers should participate in at least 60 minutes of physical activity per day. This can include walking to and from school, playing sports, or riding a bike. Parents should be setting a good example. Try to add physical activity to your daily routine and encourage your children to join you.

Alma Naranjo, Success Weight Loss, SuccessWeightLoss.ca

A integrated patient-centered clinic is the way of the future. A patient-centered clinic is a way of thinking and doing things that see patients as an equals, collaborating in planning and developing treatment strategies and options. Active listening and respecting patient’s values, while carefully communicating gives patients hope. Being heard and listened too are essentials for patients to build their trust and belief in their healing. We are passionate and have work hard at being knowledgeable about our medicine, techniques and, methods that we offer. However, our patient may not share our enthusiasm. In reality, patients only wants to know if we can help them confidently and effectively. Taking the time to listen to our patients, enables us to diagnosis and provide the services needed. With patient-centered care we ask what their expectations are; what are they expecting to get out of the consultation and treatments. The key is to listen closely for their answer.

Dr. Ross Ralph, Dr.TCM,R. Ac.,DOMP, CourtenayHealing.ca