Quick Tips – For Better Digestion, Absorption and Gut Health by Val Romenello Registered Holistic Nutritionist (RHN), [email protected] 7 Days – 7 Small Changes Day 1: SOAK / SPROUT YOUR NUTS, SEEDS AND GRAINS It’s very common to hear how good nuts and seeds are for you. Some
Winter is far from over and there are bound to be many hazardous weather days in the weeks ahead. Seniors who are more prone to having falls that land them in the emergency room and sometimes into assisted living can help prevent these injuries by making fall prevention a priority
If you have type I or type II diabetes, you should be doing it every single day. As a Certified Orthotist, I see diabetic patients weekly who have large, infected ulcers on their feet that would give most people nightmares. Most people know that diabetes affects many systems and organs
The Echolight Scan Procedure There is no preparation for the test; however, it is suggested to refrain from consuming gas inducing foods within 12 hours before your test. Once you arrive, we will welcome you into the room and have you lay down on your back. It is recommended that
Did you know that you reach your peak bone mass in your 20s? Bone health is no longer a topic of conversation for those over the age of 65. Bone health can and should be top of mind at all ages and stages of life! Bone changes can be silent
At Global Coin Solutions, we are all about supporting charities and giving back. We do this by enabling charities to collect cash donations in any currency … turning leftover foreign currency into funds the charities can then use. We also do this by employing people: the more charities we work with,
Welcome to the “DIZZY EDITION” of PHAM! Vertigo is very common and is a symptom, NOT a diagnosis. Untreated vertigo can lead to imbalance, falls, anxiety & depression, decreased mobility and isolation. Up to 35% of adults 40 years and older – over 6 million Canadians – have a vestibular problem at
It’s time to bring out that red dress, sweater, or hat you’ve been hiding in the back of the closet! Not only is February the month that hosts Valentine’s Day – it’s also American Heart Month and Friday, February 3, 2023, is National Wear Red Day. The
Stay tuned for a more indepth look at some of the causes of vertigo....but did you know that a very common and treatable inner ear condition can lead to dizziness, imbalance & falls? This is a big concern especially for our seniors as the condition is more common in
“Sit up straight!” It’s not just an annoying thing our parents and teachers used to tell us—it’s actually good advice for our health. The term “posture” refers to the position in which we hold our bodies. We rely on our postural muscles to maintain balance, prevent the
This has been a saying of mine for many years and recently several people have commented to me that they have never heard of this saying before. HEALTH IS AN INSIDE JOB! The body is an instrument of the MIND. With over 40 years in the fitness industry I have
Balance exercises improve your ability to control and stabilize your bodies position. This type of exercise is particularly important for older adults - as you age, your ability to know where you are in space, called proprioception, decreases, which contributes to a decline in balance. Balance exercises can benefit people
Andrew Bush MD, FAAOS Rates of osteoporosis and fractures associated with poor bone quality, which are known as fragility fractures, are at epidemic levels. It is estimated that osteoporosis affects approximately 200 million people world-wide. Currently, it is also estimated that 10 million individuals over age 50 in the United
One of the most important and often overlooked components of exercise is breathing. Not only does breathing allow oxygen to be circulated through the bloodstream, but is also effective for moving fluid through a gentle pumping action of the abdominal muscles. The fluid is pumped through the central lymphatic vessel
Your baby’s first cry is the start of communication with you through body language. They cry to let you know they are hungry, sleepy, uncomfortable, or anxious. Margaret Wallis-Duffy is a Registered Massage Therapist and Internationally Certified Infant Massage Instructor. The challenge for parents on their parenting journey is
PHAM
Excited to announce the inaugural Preventative Health Awareness Month taking place in February 2023 recognized by Health Canada! Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more details! As a Registered Massage Therapist with a background in Kinesiology and the owner of an award-winning preventative health clinic for 30 years, I