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Benefits of Massage Therapy

Massage therapy offers numerous physical and mental benefits. It enhances circulation, promoting better blood flow and oxygen delivery to tissues, thereby aiding in muscle recovery and reducing tension. The manipulation of soft tissues helps alleviate pain and stiffness, enhancing flexibility and range of motion. Additionally, massage promotes the release of endorphins, reducing stress and anxiety while improving mood. It can also enhance immune function, boosting the body’s ability to fight off illnesses. Regular sessions contribute to better sleep quality and can alleviate symptoms of conditions like migraines and chronic pain. Overall, massage therapy fosters a holistic sense of well-being, addressing both physical and mental aspects.

Quit Smoking, Live Healthier

Smoking cigarettes can result in nicotine dependence and serious health problems. Quitting has both immediate and long-term benefits, including: lowering risk for various forms of cancer, including lung cancer, reducing risk of heart disease within 1 to 2 years of quitting, reducing respiratory symptoms (coughing, shortness of breath, etc.), reducing risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and reducing risk of infertility in women of reproductive age or complications during birth.
If you are thinking about quitting or are ready to quit, feel free to contact your pharmacist to discuss the various options that can help you stop smoking.

Local Health Spotlight

Your Brain Butler is a locally-owned neurotech startup, spun out of UBC. We’re a talented team dedicated to providing safe and effective brain fitness options for individuals seeking:
• intervention for the loss of cognitive function from age, injury or illness
• prevention of cognitive impairment
• improvements in mood, motivation, motor skills or mental acuity
Great strides have been made in the field of optimizing brain function in people of all ages. Why settle for the mind that you have today, when the technology exists for you to enjoy a significantly enhanced lifestyle?

Clean Eating Recipe

Beef Taco Bowl – 2 tsps. coconut oil. 1 onion, diced. 1lb.grass-fed ground beef. 2 tsps. ground cumin. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 tsp. sea salt. 3 cups cauliflower rice. Tomatoes or fermented salsa, avocado, cilantro, sour cream and raw cheese for garnish. Heat coconut oil over medium heat in a large saute pan. Add onion and saute for 5 minutes until soft and just beginning to brown. Add ground beef and spices and cook about 8-10 min. Serve meat with rice and toppings.

Supporting Physical Activity for Mobility

(SuPA Mobility Trial) This research is investigating the effects of health coaching on physical activity, mobility, and other health domains like cognitive function. The purpose of this research is to determine whether 6 months of one-on-one health coaching or group-based health education sessions will increase physical activity and improve mobility in individuals who are experiencing difficulties with their mobility (e.g., slower walking). There will be one 60-minute and eight 20-minute coaching or group sessions over 6 months. As part of the study, you will also complete assessment sessions at the beginning, middle, and end of the study. Contact: 604-875-4111 ext.69223

Mental Health Awareness Week

May 6 -12 A Week of Compassion. The theme of this year’s Mental Health Week is “Healing through Compassion.” Throughout the week practice compassion by not only acknowledging suffering but actively demonstrating care and kindness. Compassion can start within yourself and expand to those around you. Examples might include giving yourself a compliment, helping a family member, or volunteering in your community. As you journey through the week, reflect on the questions below. Write down your thoughts, engage in quiet reflection, or share with a friend.
1. What have you learned about compassion this week?
2. How do you typically treat yourself when you make a mistake or experience failure? Compare this to how you would treat a loved one.
3. Consider any challenges you met while practicing compassion. How might overcoming these challenges contribute to your personal growth and ability to empathize with others?
4. Think about all the ways you showed kindness to yourself and others and how that felt. How can you incorporate compassion into your daily routine going forward?

Words To Live By

“If you are feeling overwhelmed it is likely that you are focused on a future that hasn’t arrived or a past that has already happened. Be here now.” – Keith Macpherson

Chocolate Coconut Overnight Oats

Overnight oats are a no-cook oatmeal that you make by letting them rest overnight. Enjoy this decadent (but healthy) recipe! Ingredients: 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1/2 cup (heaping) rolled oats, 2/3 cup full-fat coconut milk, 1 tablespoon chia seeds or ground flax meal, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, Pinch of salt, 1-2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup, 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/4 cup unsweetened flaked coconut. Instructions: Whisk together all ingredients in a medium-sized mixing bowl. Spoon into a jar with a tight-fitting lid. Close and refrigerate overnight.

Quit Smoking with Laser Therapy

Is quitting smoking on your ‘To-Do List’ year after year? Have you tried just about everything, with little success? Laser Therapy is clinically proven to help to control cravings and withdrawal symptoms, with a 84-95% success rate! In clinical studies, patients report a noticeable reduction in cravings, and have a higher chance of success in quitting. The benefits of quitting smoking with laser over other interventions include no medications with unpleasant side effects, no unhealthy nicotine in your system in the form of patches, and pleasant side effects of relaxation which are a result of the endorphins released in response to the laser.

Benefits Of Infrared Sauna

This type of sauna heats the body directly, instead of warming the air like traditional saunas. Operate at a lower temperature while still providing similar health benefits such as relaxation, detoxification, and improved circulation.
The benefits are: better sleep,relaxation,
detoxification,weight loss,relief from sore muscles,relief from joint pain such as arthritis,clear and tighter skin
improved circulation.
help for people with chronic fatigue syndrome

Why Redfeather?

We are incredibly passionate about our products because we know they work and have helped thousands of people find genuine relief and improved well-being.
Founded by Mi’kmaq native Tim “Redfeather” Thomas in 2006, Redfeather is committed to bringing the most effective over-the-counter, all-natural pain relief remedies to Canadians.
Hearing the stories of our customers’ lengthy searches for relief from their pain and the results they’ve achieved with our products is both inspiring and truly humbling! Natural and effective treatment helpig with:
Arthritis,Rheumatism,Knee,shoulder,back pain, ache,Stiff joints,Sciatica,Night cramps,Pinched nerves, Strained & Pulled muscles, Minor sports injuries,Sunburns,Insect bites Non-greasy, non-staining, quick drying.