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Meet Your Practitioner

Yana Ustinski is a Registered Massage Therapist who uses a combination of deep tissue work, different Swedish techniques, trigger point therapy, myofascial release, contract-relax techniques, assisted stretching (PNF), MET and joint mobilization. Yana is a graduate of the Evolve College of Massage Therapy in Winnipeg, having completed the two-year, 2,200-hour, hands-on Therapeutic Massage program. In designing an individualized massage therapy treatment plan, Yana goes over a client’s health history with them and provides them with a thorough assessment that includes a postural analysis, range of motion testing, specialized orthopaedic tests, and/or palpations to the areas of concern.

Eating with New Dentures

Learning to eat with new dentures can be a challenge, but with the right guidance and patience it is possible. Start with soft foods and chew slowly (this will help to avoid biting your cheeks or tongue). Purees, boiled eggs, fish, applesauce, soup (especially at this time of the year) are a great starting point. Also, it may be difficult to judge food temperatures correctly because of the insulating quality of the dentures. Touch the food or beverage to your lips before putting it in your mouth. Perseverance is the key and keep your denturist updated if any problems occur.

At-Home Personal Trainer

It’s not uncommon to feel intimidated by gyms, so it’s unsurprising that given the choice, most people prefer to exercise in the comfort, privacy, and safety of their own home. Our in-home personal trainer programs for all ages and fitness levels will teach you how to command your own body and get in incredible shape with the guidance of a certified trainer and a personalized program. We also offer convenient online personal training through Zoom workouts. Increase your strength and flexibility or work on your weight loss goals using a customized program designed just for you. No equipment necessary!

Ask Your Eye Doctor

Q: I don’t see very well out of my lazy eye. Is there any way I can make it better? I’m 39 years old and my eyes are otherwise healthy. A: That is likely difficult. A “lazy” eye means it didn’t develop functional vision by early childhood, and this can happen for a variety of reasons. At this point in your life, corrective lenses or vision therapy could give you some modest help, depending on how lazy the eye is. Children ought to have an eye examination at an early age for this very reason as it is more easily treatable at that time.

Live for Today, Plan for Tomorrow

Who do you know that has been affected by an illness like Cancer, Heart Attack or Stroke? Would a lump sum of money have helped them to lessen the stress and anxiety in their situation. At YourStyle Financial we will help you budget to provide protection should an illness occur. Critical Illness Insurance will provide you with funds should be diagnosed with a life-threatening illness. It covers 25 conditions. And best of all, should you never need to use the coverage, you can get ALL your money back.

To Do or To Be – That Is The Question

Come fall, our to do lists become expansive and over -flowing beckoning us to address that which we’ve put off for some time in order to enjoy an expansive summer. It can be overwhelming yet oddly comforting to check off each to do item on our list only to discover there is no shortage of more. To be lists are equally important as they allow us to shift out of our heads and spend the quality time with ourselves, nature, music, creativity and the people that fill our hearts. This calms down our nervous system. Taking the time daily to do & to be, creates harmony and balance in our lives.

Look for Local at Sobeys

Lepp’s Family Farm is owned by Janelle and Daniel Lepp in Elm Creek, Southern Manitoba. They both come from a long line of family farmers stretching all the way back to 1879 on Janelle’s side and 1926 on Daniel’s. The family’s true passion lies with wholesome, quality natural products, all of which have been sustainably grown in Canada and produced without any additives or preservatives. If you’re looking for gluten-free products, try their oat flour, rolled oats, and quick oats, which have been rigorously tested for quality and consistency. You can find all of these products in our Wellness Department!

To Do or To Be – That Is The Question

Come fall, our to do lists become expansive and over -flowing beckoning us to address that which we’ve put off for some time in order to enjoy an expansive summer. It can be overwhelming yet oddly comforting to check off each to do item on our list only to discover there is no shortage of more. To be lists are equally important as they allow us to shift out of our heads and spend the quality time with ourselves, nature, music, creativity and the people that fill our hearts. This calms down our nervous system. Taking the time daily to do & to be, creates harmony and balance in our lives.

Choosing Contact Lenses

Contact lenses are a popular alternative to corrective eyewear. They can be worn full-time or part-time for sports and recreation. The two main categories are soft (or gel) lenses and rigid gas permeable (RGP) lenses. Soft lenses are more popular and available in various formats to correct far-sightedness, near-sightedness, and astigmatism. RGP lenses have an important role in certain types of astigmatism and with fitting irregular corneal surfaces. All contact lenses touch eye tissue, and as such are a medical device that must be professionally fit, including training for proper handling and for important hygiene considerations.

What is Holistic Dentistry?

What is Holistic Dentistry?
In holistic dentistry, the mouth is viewed as an integral part of the digestive tract, which is crucial to overall health. A holistic dentistry practitioner takes time to educate patients on key nutrients for systemic and emotional health, the importance of restful oxygenated sleep and proper digestion, and the dangers of infected teeth and gum inflammation. Specialized technology is used in holistic dentistry, such as PRF, ozone, lasers and CBCT imaging, to properly diagnose and manage disease. In addition, only biocompatible materials are used, as opposed to ‘tolerable’ ones such as BPA-free composites, zirconia, and no amalgam silver fillings.

Book Club

Living Well Beyond Breast Cancer. A Survivor’s Guide for When Treatment Ends and the Rest of Your Life Begins. By Marisa Weiss and Ellen Weiss. With answers for everything from how to deal with hair loss and weight gain to finding online support groups and understanding healthy foods and supplements, Living Well Beyond Breast Cancer contains a greater depth and breadth of information that cover current treatment options and preventative tips for those at high risk for developing breast cancer.