Ingredients:

1 large red onion
1 large bell pepper
3 carrots
1 small head cauliflower
1 large stalk broccoli
1 Cup almonds, soaked 12-24 hours
1 Cup sunflower seeds, soaked 5-6 hours
1/4 Cup sesame seeds, soaked 5-6 hours
5 cloves garlic
2 Tbsp Braggs, or to taste
1 tsp cumin
2 Tbsp dried Cilantro, or 1-2 Cup fresh.

Directions:

Blend all of the above ingredients and seasonings in a champion juicer with solid plate, or a food processor. This blended food is your patty mixture. Form and put 1/2″ thick patties on a teflex sheet and place trays in dehydrator. Dehydrate at 105 degrees for 8-12 hours or until desired texture is obtained. Flip your burgers after 4 hours and remove teflex sheets, continue to dehydrate for 4-5 hours or until desired moisture is obtained.

RAWthentic Eatery
www.veganrawfoodrestaurant.com

Unlike a maze, which has dead ends and wrong turns, a labyrinth has a single, winding path from the outside to the centre. It has many twists and turns but you can’t get lost. There are no mistakes, no wrong turns. If you stay on the path you’ll eventually arrive at the centre. The labyrinth is often seen as a metaphor for our “life journey.” In other words, life is really about putting one foot in front of the other, and we always have the opportunity to make another choice in life, or another turn in the labyrinth. Labyrinths have been in existence for centuries and today they’re experiencing a renaissance. They’re being built at universities, hospitals, churches, community parks, and in people’s yards. People around the world are exploring labyrinths as a healing tool. To walk a labyrinth is to explore your connection with Mother Nature, with the Universe, and with your Self.

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The goal of acupuncture is to promote the body to heal itself. From a Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM) perspective, veterinary acupuncture encourages healing by correcting energy imbalances in the body. Acupuncture is the insertion of fine needles in specific locations on the body. Through the insertion of these needles, neuropeptides are released in the brain. These neuropeptides have a wide range of influences on the body. Veterinary acupuncture enhances blood circulation, nervous system stimulation, and the release of anti-inflammatory and pain relieving hormones. It helps improve blood flow, oxygenation, and removal of metabolic wastes and toxins. Unlike prescription and over the counter pain medications, veterinary acupuncture lacks potential adverse side effects for your pet’s internal organs. Your pet’s medications or supplements will not adversely interact with veterinary acupuncture treatment; therefore it can safely be used to treat a variety of illnesses.

Phoenix Rising Veterinary Care
www.PhoenixRisingVet.ca

Laughter does so much good for us but sometimes we realize we haven’t laughed in a long while. One way you can ensure your laughter quotient is topped up is through Laughter Yoga. Developed in India in 1995 by Dr. Madan and Mudhuri Kataria (a physician and a yoga teacher), Laughter Yoga quickly spread all over the world! What exactly is Laughter Yoga? It’s a unique exercise routine combining unconditional laughter with yogic breathing. Laughter Yoga teaches how to connect with our inner spirit of joy, allowing us to laugh anywhere, any time and for no reason at all! Laughter releases stress and increases endorphins! It’s clinically proven to reduce physical pain and boost the immune system. Laughter stimulates both hemispheres of the brain. It increases productivity and concentration. It’s also a fun cardio workout. Laughter helps us connect with feelings of joy and positivity.

Shari Dunnet, Light Body Healing Works

www.lightbodyhealingworks.com

Thanks to the combined efforts of our community, everyone is looking forward to the opening! The exceptional services and supports for loved ones and their families will continue to be essential components of care. Without the compassionate caring of volunteers and the generosity of donors in the community we would never have been able to reach this important milestone. Admissions for residential hospice will primarily come from people in our community who, for whatever reason, are unable to be supported at home. Supporting people whether at home, in hospital or in residential hospice care will continue to be the foundation of our work. The investment of time and energy in the development of the clinical program and identifying the volunteer support roles needed for this residential hospice care is ongoing and we know that volunteer supports are essential for hospice palliative care to be exceptional. Thank you for all your support.

www.comoxhospice.com

Ingredients:

3/4 cups fresh kale
3/4 cup fresh spinach
1 cup coconut water, unsweetened
1 medium orange, peeled
1 cup pineapple
1 medium banana
1/4 cup goji berries
2 tablespoons chia seeds
2 tbsp hemp seeds
1 date

Directions:

Blend kale and liquid until smooth.
Add remaining ingredients, and blend until smooth.
Enjoy!

*Use some frozen fruit to make smoothie cold.

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Did you know that liquid nutrition like smoothies and juices are the fastest way to get your post-workout snack into your system? It is incredibly important to eat after a workout, to rebuild muscle and restore the body’s natural levels of electrolytes. Within fifteen minutes of your workout is ideal, and within the first hour is essential. What you’re looking for in post-workout food is protein, carbs, and healthy fats, as well as potassium. Potassium is an important electrolyte that helps the body restore its fluid levels. Orange juice and bananas are good sources of potassium. Bananas are also high in the “good” kinds of carbs you need after a workout. Pineapples contain bromelain, a natural anti-inflammatory that’s been proven to heal bruises, sprains, and swelling. They’re also high in vitamin C, a key component in repairing tissue. Dark leafy greens are high in protein, as well as essential vitamins and minerals.

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Among the many breakthroughs in natural health, nutrition to support and increase our bodies own stem cells is monumental. Our stem cell levels decrease each year as we age, decline starts at around age 30, reducing our ability to heal and repair. Young people have a large number of stem cells so they recover from injuries more rapidly. Now there is a dietary supplement formulated with natural nutrients by a Stem Cell Scientist. It provides nourishment to the bone marrow, enabling it to produce more stem cells, increasing their numbers by up to 100% over a significant period of time, as shown in two human clinical studies published in peer-reviewed medical journals. It has been used successfully since 2007 by people wanting to achieve and maintain a higher level of stem cells for health or repair.

Corinne Roby
www.rbclife.com/me/rcorinne

If you find yourself stressed out or anxious, try this quick exercise to help bring you peace and relaxation. The technique is simple.   Inhale for a 4 count, hold your breath for a 7 count, and exhale for an 8 count. Repeat this for a total of 4 breaths. Ideally, sit comfortably with your back straight. Place your tongue on the roof of your mouth, just behind your top front teeth. Inhale through your nose and exhale thru your mouth with pursed lips, making a whooshing noise. The length of each step is not important, however the ratio of 4-7-8 is important. This technique is effective because it acts as a natural neutralizer for the nervous system, gaining more effectiveness the more it is practiced. This breath works great for children as well as adults.

*Adapted from Dr. Andrew Weil.

Kaley Williams
www.wholewellness.ca