Community News
Beat the Heat

The HEAT will come…when exercising outside. The time of day is important; try to avoid exercising from 10-3, the hottest part of day. Wear loose, light-coloured clothing; the lighter colour will help reflect heat, and cotton material will help the evaporation of sweat. You may also want to try specially designed, “hi-tech” exercise shirts and shorts. Sunscreen is a must; protect your skin, buy the ‘sweat-proof’ brands. You can get burned and suffer sun damage to your skin even on cloudy day. Stay hydrated. Before you go out, drink a glass or two of water. Carry a bottle of water or even a hydration pack. Take a drink every 15 minutes, even when you’re not thirsty. When you’re done with your workout, have a few more glasses of water. Exercise safe Winnipeg!

Concourse Physiotherapy
www.yourphysio.com

Story of Your Bones

There is an Ojibwe word used when someone shares their story authentically, “oxoconic” – the story of our bones. The essence of this word is sacred. I was told by the Elders that it is healthy to share our stories because they can help one stay in balance within themselves. Unfortunately, we are often too busy or too distracted to tell our story or we forget. Over time, these stories can build up and prevent us from having a voice at all. Sometimes we don’t know who to tell our story to because no one is listening. I encourage people to tell their story by writing it down or attending ceremony. Alternatively, find a trusting person who can bear witness to your story and see you in your sacredness beyond the story content.  The story is finished when the storyteller sees themselves as a valued and sacred part of creation.

Pamela Vialoux, Shabequay Healing
www.shabequay.ca

Stop Toxic Skin Care Products

There is a lot of information regarding toxic ingredients in skin care and cosmetic lines that we purchase. At times, I feel like no matter what brand I purchase, I am taking a risk. There are key words that we are aware of; additives like parabens, sulfates, toluene, and formaldehyde are only a few of the chemicals that manufacturers use to create everyday items. What people do not realize is that these toxic chemicals are endocrine disruptors; they can mimic estrogen and possibly contribute to breast cancers. Causemetics has brought together eleven of Canada’s natural and non-toxic companies to produce a line that is safe and high quality. An automatic donation to the Canadian Breast Cancer Support Fund is made when you purchase Causemetics.

The Unexpected Gift
www.theunexpectedgift.ca

Hair Stress Solutions

Evelyn Valcout from Evelyn’s Wig Sales & Service has over 28 years of specialized consultations comforting women of all ages and backgrounds. Women who have been diagnosed with cancer, alopecia, lupus, and trichotillomania, all have had the experience of losing their hair. They have an extraordinary place offering a product that help women be more confident, look good, and still feel like the women they want to be. Women leave looking absolutely stunning with designer fashion hair and slip on headwear. The wigs are available in high tech synthetics or Remy human hair. They have hundreds to choose from with colours and styles so varied that your stylist would be impressed.  Styles are endless: Soft curls, ringlets, beach waves, pixies, straight styles, mid length, shoulder length and longer hair are available. You can also use your favourite styling products on these wigs! Perfect hair in minutes!

www.evelynswigs.com

Life’s Better With Balance

It’s not only the surfer who benefits from good balance. Whether you enjoy walking, badminton, or cycling, balance plays a key role in performance, injury-prevention, and the pleasure you get from your favorite activities. This mind-body skill is integral to all physical activity from the day-to-day activities to weekend sports and leisure activities, and it switches on as soon as you get up out of your chair. Good balance is a remarkable coordination of muscles, nerves, brain, and your senses. Every move you make sparks rapid-fire communication throughout your body aimed at coordinating nerve impulses and muscle contractions to produce even tiny adjustments that keep you upright whether you are standing, walking, or running. Curves Body Balance Class inserts balance exercises between the resistance training on the machines to challenge mind and body and the connection between the two: the essence of balance. Have your best summer ever by getting your body and mind in shape to perform at their peak.

Anita Wilson, Curves Southdale
www.curves.ca

Whitethunder Empowerment Circles

Empowerment Circles are designed to guide you along your path with confidence. You relearn your strength, learn to balance mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually. Learn how to become mindful and compassionate within and around you. Reconnect to who you are, to nature spirits and your true purpose in life. Using guided meditation, Munay Ki Rites, sage teachings, and understand how changes in the universe affects us. Munay-Ki Rites are nine great rites of initiation of the medicine way. The word munay means “I love you as you are”. Nine gates that heal us and transform our human energy field. Our Rite of Passage encompasses more than healing. A rite of passage is a ceremony and marks the transition from one phase of life to another.

Sharon Baldock, Whitethunder Empowerment Circles
www.sacredsourcemedicine.weebly.com

One Simple Change

Most of us strive to live a healthier lifestyle. Finding the right place to start is a challenge. Eating right, exercising regularly, and still making time for family, friends and our own needs can seem like overwhelming goals. Instead of attempting to conquer our health all at once, what if you started by setting more manageable goals? Making small changes today can lead to great health benefits down the road. #1 HEALTHY EATING: EAT MORE WHOLE FOODS. Don’t tackle a healthy diet all at once. Start by replacing empty calories with whole food options. Whole foods include fruits, vegetables, and whole grains – foods that are as close to their natural form as possible. It won’t be long before you realize just how good “good food” feels. Before you know it, your cravings will change from greasy burgers and fries to healthful nutrition.

Sandy Lefley, Juice Plus
www.slefley.canada.juiceplus.com

The Home Advantage

Most of us enjoy the surroundings of our own home, and seniors are no exception. Moving into Assisted Living has its benefits, but can be an expensive and unwelcome change. There is help available, but many find that existing home care services are limited in their ability to assist. A ride to an appointment, help with groceries, and tackling yard work could result in 3 different people in & out of the home. It can be difficult to fill all these needs. Often, homeowners prefer full service from a familiar face. Staying at home can allow continued access to economic and social benefits within the community.

Done & Done Family Concierge Service
www.doneanddone.ca

Why All-Natural Bug Spray?

As the summer months are now upon us – so is bug season! Between the mosquitoes, flies, ants, and other biting insects this can hinder summer fun. Not only are insect bites itchy and unpleasant, but the insects that bite us may carry harmful viruses. Now, this may want to make you bathe in a chemical-based bug repellent, but that has negative drawbacks as well. Using an all-natural bug spray is a safe alternative. In order for a spray to be truly “All Natural”, it should be safe to inhale and consume! If you can do this with your all natural bug spray, you know it will be safe for young children, pets and the whole family! Enjoy your summer fun bug free, in the safest way possible!

CranioSacral Therapy (CST)

CranioSacral Therapy is a gentle treatment approach that may help a variety of conditions including: chronic neck and back pain, migraines, tension headaches, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, hormonal imbalances, digestive problems, insomnia, anxiety and depression. (CST) treatment involves touch, as light as the weight of a nickel, on areas of the head, neck, and base of the spine. The practitioner is able to “listen” to subtle rhythmic patterns in the soft tissues and fluids surrounding the central nervous system. By gently supporting and holding the techniques for many minutes, the therapist is able to facilitate the body’s own healing powers to release holding patterns and tension in the body. The client will often feel a sense of deep relaxation as the muscles and organs unwind and the bones of the head and spine subtly realign.

Sharon Dyck, Action Physiotherapy & Wellness Clinic
www.actionphysio.net

Health Spotlight: Dr. Eduardo Barreto

Dr. Eduardo Barreto specializes as a Natural Health Consultant. With over 15 years’ experience he has made a difference in so many clients’ lives for their overall wellness. Of Colombian origin, he worked in the modalities of Homeopathy, Acupuncture, Neural Therapy, Nutrition and exercise. He operates through an Integral Approach that involves the healing of the mind, body and spirit. Based on his vast arena of knowledge and experience, he helps with headaches, migraines, body pain and injuries, sleep problems and anxiety among other common health conditions. Through an understanding of how your body chemistry works in combination with the modalities he offer, your body will change and achieve optimal wellness!

Nature Doctors, www.thenaturedoctors.ca