As a Coach, if a client already uses essential oils in their routines, we can incorporate them for alignment and attainment of their goals. Whether you experienced loss or want to heal an emotional trauma, want to increase your spiritual awareness with meditation, are shifting towards prosperity and plenitude with a financial goal, are working on an existing relationship or trying to find new love, want to practice more self care, are looking to release anger, or have a physical goal using exercise and/or diet there is an essential oil that would aid you in the attainment of your goals.
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iPad Training for Seniors
In January there will be training sessions at Brandon Seniors for Seniors Co-op Inc. for seniors to learn how to use iPads. These training sessions will take place with students from Vincent Massey school. If interested call 204-571-2050 to have your name put on a list.
Meal Programs
We have a couple of meal programs for healthy meals for seniors. Dinner is Served, for $10.00 you will receive a complete home-cooked meal. Out to lunch, is our noon meal every Friday. The cost is $10.00 for members and $12.00 for non-members. If you are interested in joining us, please call Linda at 204-571-2053 for details or to reserve your spot.
How Long do Dentures Last?
Unfortunately, dentures don’t last forever. Even the highest quality, most durable dentures will eventually need to be replaced. Full dentures last anywhere between 5 and 10 years, while partials have a maximum longevity of 15 years. During this time frame, both your mouth and your dentures can undergo major changes, resulting in an improper fit and unappealing appearance. However, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t care for them. If you look after your full and partial dentures properly, they can last for a long time! Be sure to clean them daily, soak them every night, and see your denturist regularly.
The Power of Plants
There’s been ongoing research that suggests that indoor plants not only purify the air, but have calming effects on your mental and physical health. Living in spaces abundant with plants can improve mood, reduce the negative effects of stress, encourage physical activity and other positive behaviors, improve cognition, reduce aggression, and enhance overall well-being. Here are a few plant ideas that add a splash of colour and good cheer to your home: Lavender – known for its relaxation-promoting properties. Peace Lillies – improves the flow of energy in your home and promotes well-being. Aloe Vera – known for its anti-inflammatory and air purifying properties, which could reduce anxiety and stress.
Look for Local at Sobeys
Look for locally-made Diana’s Artisan Pizza Dough. Diana Cline aka Canada’s Pizza Queen is a multiple-time international award-winning pizza chef. She is a partner in Diana’s Cucina and Lounge in Winnipeg, and has been featured on Food Network Canada’s Hit Show “You Gotta Eat Here!” and Food Network USA in an episode of ‘Guy’s Grocery Games’. Diana’s Artisan Pizza Doughs have a clean label, with only 7 ingredients that anyone can pronounce. Because of their versatility, they are very easy to use for panzerotties, flatbreads, strombolies, breadsticks and foccaccias. Diana’s Artisan Pizza doughs are available at Sobeys in 3 varieties: Moosehead Beer, Original White, and 100% Whole Wheat.
The Power of Flowers
As we endure the shorter, colder days of winter, many of us feel a little down, but simple acts of kindness remind us we are loved. Not only are flowers a great gift for a loved one because of their beauty, they have been scientifically proven to boost mental health. Flowers don’t just brighten up your room; they help to brighten and uplift your mood too. According to experts, flowers can chase away anxieties, worries and the blues, making you feel less depressed, troubled or agitated. This month is Mental Health Awareness Month, it’s the perfect time to gift flowers to uplift your loved one’s lives.
Benefits of Companionship
Whether it is a close friendship or an intimate relationship, social interaction is needed to prevent health decline in seniors. Loneliness is a risk factor for functional decline in adults over the age of 60. Something as simple as a friendship can enhance aging hearts and strengthen the immune system. Companionship can decrease the physical risk of disease by lowering blood pressure, heart rate, and cholesterol. The psychological benefits include increased self-esteem, decreased stress, and a sense of belonging. Older adults can also benefit from having a pet. Dogs, in particular, can open seniors up to new activities and interests.
Mindful Eating
To be a smart eater, you need to take a more considered approach to what is on your plate. Some health advisors suggest Mindful Eating. This involves eating slowly without distraction and learning how to distinguish between actual hunger and non-hunger triggers. Since it takes roughly 20 minutes for the brain to get the message from your stomach that you are full, eating quickly means there is more chance of unnecessary food being consumed. Mindful eating is based on appreciating your food and understanding the link between how you consume it and how it contributes to your well-being.
Acupuncture for Back Pain
Chronic back pain can often be caused by things like muscle or ligament strain, bulging or ruptured discs, arthritis, osteoarthritis, spinal stenosis, or osteoporosis. Anyone can develop chronic back pain at any age, and factors like lack of exercise, excess weight, disease, and physical injury can increase your risk. Acupuncture may help to lessen symptoms of chronic back pain by unblocking energy and restoring your body’s energy and flow. Studies have shown that acupuncture may improve chronic pain by reducing the brain’s response to the pain, as well as improving blood flow to the area causing pain.
Smoking Affects Your Hearing
Did you make any New Year’s resolutions? If you are a smoker, you can now add increased risk of hearing loss to the list of reasons to quit. The chemicals found in cigarettes may affect the way your ear processes sound. In fact, smokers have been found to be 15% more likely to have hearing loss than non-smokers. Hearing loss isn’t fatal, but it can lead to a number of health-related issues down the line. Dementia & depression have been linked to untreated hearing loss, so be sure to have your ears checked regularly. Get started by scheduling a hearing test today.
