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Regenerate Your Back

When your back chronically hurts you are told it is a sign of aging and degeneration, which is very true … but did you know there is a method of treatment to regenerate your back? Acupuncture and ozone therapy results in about 75% of chronic pain sufferers to become permanently pain free. Chronic pain occurs in areas of the body that contain ligaments, cartilage or articular surfaces which makes them especially vulnerable to the effects of decreased oxygen utilization and aging. Ozone gives the tissues what they need to heal. And as they heal, the circulation to the area is re-established.

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Meet Your Practitioner: Marie-Lou Piché

Like so many of you, I found myself on the holistic healing path through my own health quest. The need to share knowledge, support and empower others to take control of their health was so strong that I enrolled into the Holistic Nutrition Program with the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition. I also studied Herbalism and Female Anatomy, Hormones and Cycle-Tracking. Through nutrition, diet, and lifestyle changes, and using Vega Testing to find the root cause of your symptoms, we can work together to maximize your health and improve your life.

Ask The Expert

Q: I’m 76 and took a bad fall last year. Are there any vision tips you could give to help me from taking another tumble?

A: At this point you ought to be getting your eyes examined annually. Here’s just a few ideas: even if you have normal vision, you may benefit from wearing sunglasses to reduce disorientating glare outside; install sufficient lighting inside and outside your home; and decrease clutter in and around your home.

Importance of a Healthy Immune System

Disease-causing microorganisms are around us 24/7 in our homes, nature and at work. They even exist inside of us and when their populations are in balance, they are essential in keeping us healthy! It is our immune system that keeps microorganisms in check, so we do not get sick. We have the power to improve and maintain a healthy immune system through proper diet, exercise, and mental wellness. Consider doing a health audit on your lifestyle and assess if you are implementing best practises to keep your immune system strong this winter.

Work 2 Wellness

Work 2 Wellness is an exciting School District 71 employee program that is committed to educating and supporting employees and their families in various lifestyle areas. W2W is proud to partner with over 75 local businesses in an effort to foster positive lifestyle changes by offering great discounts to wellness programs, activities, retail, resources, and services for all SD71 employees. To become a W2W partner or learn more about the W2W program contact at work2.wellness@sd71.bc.ca”

Online Gambling Support

When the weather grows cooler, rainier, and drearier, we tend to retreat into our homes and apartments. The coronavirus seems to be gaining ground as we have now been hit with the second wave of Covid-19. As Christmas, Hanukkah and other seasonal holidays grow closer, online gambling becomes an attractive companion for the internet-savvy. When people gamble out of boredom, loneliness, or the desire to make money, the risks of gambling beyond their financial or temporal boundaries increase. If you or someone you love is struggling, please go to https://bit.ly/3nxYiFV directly. A Gambling Outreach Support worker will contact you within 24 hours.

Winter Falls

‘Tis the season for freezing temperatures and slippery conditions that can lead to falls, falls that can result in serious injuries. In addition to obvious hazardous environmental conditions, the winter months bring with them unique characteristics and combinations of conditions that contribute to a higher risk of falling. Hypothermia, vitamin D deficiencies, and bringing winter risks indoors is among them. Work to help prevent winter falls by wearing foot wear that provides a good grip, dressing warmly – try layering your clothes, talk to your doctor about vitamin D supplements, and clean up any puddles from any weather you’ve tracked inside your home.

Eliminate Pain & Regenerate Joints

To eliminate the pain of any form of musculo-skeletal injury and to regenerate any joint, especially with osteo-arthritic elements; acupuncture and Prolozone injection therapy are my treatment protocols. Each component of Prolozone therapy has a specific biological purpose. Procaine acts to re-establish cellular membrane potentials. Anti-inflammatory agents decrease edema and swelling. The inclusion of vitamins and minerals provides necessary substrates of oxygen utilization that in damaged tissues are often deficient. And finally, oxygen utilization is directly stimulated by ozone. In many cases Prolozone actually corrects the pathology of the disorder, there is a 75% chance for the chronic pain sufferer to
becoming permanently pain free.

Take a Holistic Approach for Better Health

The word Holistic comes from the Greek word ‘Holos’, which means ‘Whole’. A Holistic approach views the body as a whole, not only as parts. It acknowledges body, mind, spirit, and emotions to find balance in the quest for optimal health and wellness. When talking about Holistic Healing, it means looking at the big picture of who you are as a whole to find the root cause of your symptoms, and to consider all these aspects in order to heal and bring back a healthy balance into your life.

Community Spotlight: Willow Medical Aesthetics

Willow Medical Aesthetics is a medical clinic specializing in women’s wellness and needs. Aging, combined with lifestyle and stress factors, brings unwanted visible effects, but with some help it is possible to retain a youthful appearance. The team at Willow Medical Aesthetics is committed to providing clinical treatments with excellent aftercare. Using only quality products and established procedures, with expert skincare and supplements, they can advise on your skin and feminine needs. Complimentary consultations allow clients to learn how the clinic’s Medical Aesthetics, Laser, and Spa treatments, can help them look and feel their best at any age.