Healthy Living August 2023

Sweating is Your Super Power

Have you ever wondered why we sweat?

Healthy sweating from being in a sauna can improve health by increasing blood flow to vital organs. Some studies indicate this may help excrete toxins like bisphenol A (BPA) and other heavy metals like cadmium, arsenic, mercury and lead.

A few other benefits of regular sauna bathing include:

1. If summer heat is taking a toll on you, you can help your body adapt by training its natural response to heat stress in short sauna sessions.

4. Even on hot days, sauna bathing will have an immediate positive effect on blood pressure.

5. Sauna heat helps reduce muscle aches. Blood vessels relax and dilate, blood flow increases, helping reduce tension in the joints and relieve soreness. Want to give sauna sweating a try?

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Nutritional Support Promotes Wellness

Hydrate Wellness has been providing intravenous (IV) nutrient therapy and naturopathic medicine for the last 5 years to the Victoria community.

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comes from two kinds of glands: the eccrine glands which are found all over your body, (normally clear and odourless), and the stronger smelling sweat that comes from our apocrine glands (found in our armpits and other places).

2. Sauna sessions help you relax and decrease cortisol (our stress hormone) in the body.

3. Hot /cold contrast therapy improves sleep quality, so alternate your sauna with a cool dip! Better sleep improves memory and problem-solving.

RITUAL Nordic Spa is an urban sauna house in downtown Victoria. The Nordic Circuit includes sauna, steam, cold plunge, Nordic bucket shower, salt lounge and outdoor patios. A fun way to spend time with friends (or solo). All you need is your swimsuit! Learn more at: RitualNordicSpa.com

Naturopathic medicine is a regulated health care profession that has its roots in using natural, safe and medically proven methods to treat disease and promote health.

Naturopathic physician, Dr. Kristen Bovee, ND has been providing naturopathic services for over 20 years and has used IV nutrient therapy to care for her patients since she began practicing. Her clinic offers IV nutrient support for those who find it difficult to obtain the optimal levels of nutrients required to function in a healthy way. One normally obtains their daily nutrients from the food one eats; however, our diet is often lacking in need due to either poor choices or poor quality or in the way our bodies can absorb.

due higher requirements or from dietary restrictions. Some conditions that IV therapy has shown effective and supportive in treating include: dehydration, celiac disease, Crohn’s, ulcerative colitis, chronic diarrhea, iron deficiency, and other malabsorption disorders. Bariatric patients also can benefit from IV nutrient support throughout their weight loss journey.

IV nutrient therapy has been a modality of Naturopathic medicine for over 60 years and has rapidly become one of the most effective modalities for the modern Naturopathic Physician. delivered directly to the body.

Hydrate Wellness provides not only the ability to test for low nutrient status through blood work but can also provide the support in replenishing lost nutrients and developing ways to improve nutrition status through diet and digestive support. Those with digestive diseases or disorders can benefit from IV therapy by having deficient nutrients delivered directly to the body. Those who are mostly healthy may also benefit when in need of rehydration and or lost nutrients

Free Webinar Monday, 21st August 2023 - Understanding Couple Fertility: the Male Perspective

We will be holding a special free webinar as part of Natural Fertility Awareness Week in Australia, and in recognition of the 70th anniversary of Dr John Billings work in creating the Billings Ovulation Method®. The title of the webinar is Understanding Couple Fertility: the Male Perspective, and we will hear from a number of couples who have used or are using the Billings Ovulation Method®, and how it has helped them in understanding couple fertility, as well as benefiting their relationships

and family life. The free webinar will be held on Monday evening, 21st August 2023 from 2:30 to 3:30 am Pacific time. This is early, but there will be a recording available for anyone who has registered.

Everyone is welcome to attend, and although we will be focusing on the male perspective of couple fertility, it is still suitable for both men and women. There will be lots of information and insights to be shared!

TO REGISTER, scan the QR code: woombbc@gmail.com or fertilitypinpoint.com

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In last month’s Healthy Living section I shared what coaching is and how it works. This month I’d like to share some of the things I focus on with my coaching clients and why the tagline of my business is Courage, Communication, Connection.

One of the topics I hear often from clients is that they are lonely. It seems like there is an epidemic of lonely people out in the world.

As author Brené Brown, PhD. LMSW has been quoted as saying, “we are hardwired for connection.” For many who aren’t feeling this sense of connection in our individualistic society, the loneliness is becoming hard to bear. They don’t know what to do. They’ve tried to reach out and make new friends, to make plans with existing friends but it isn’t working. There is a huge sense of disconnection in their lives. And this struggle isn’t age specific. There are a plethora of books on connection out in the world now. A quick search on Amazon will yield enough to keep you busy for several months.

This is one of the many areas that I support clients in. I share that it will take COURAGE for them to step outside of their normal habits and beliefs to decrease their sense of loneliness. It will take improved COMMUNICATION skills to discover their needs and wants and how to express them as well as how to truly listen to others. Working on these things will result in either new CONNECTIONS in their lives or a deepening of existing ones.

Through the coaching relationship we partner to create opportunities to stretch out of that comfort zone, to take a bit more of a risk. We focus on ways to improve communication skills and the coaching relationship helps the client to be accountable to the changes they say they are wanting in their lives. By providing a safe space that isn’t going to judge them but rather get curious about what got in the way of the action and how to learn from it. No matter what area of your life you are wanting to change it is going to take COURAGE to do it. Improving our COMMUNICATION will make a difference in all aspects of your life. And CONNECTION is something we all need in our lives, whether it’s personal or professional.

Whether it’s improving your relationships, changing careers, starting a business, planning your retirement, getting out of your comfort zone, growing your courage or being a better communicator, coaching can help with all of these things and more.

Life can be hard. Having a partner on the journey who empowers you but doesn’t give advice can change your path and the destination. Book a FREE 30 minute Sample Coaching session to get a feel for coaching. It can change your life.

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Try it Free Week

At Silver Threads Service our Fall 2023 Program Guide is now available, and with over 80 di erent weekly programs there is a lot to choose from!

To help you decide, we are hosting Try it Free Week from September 5th to 8th. During this week several classes will be available at no cost for you to try, meet the instructor and find the right program fi t for you. For a schedule of the Try it Free Programs, check out our website www.silverthreads. ca or see the ad in this edition of Healthy Living. Once you decide, give us a call to reserve your spot. You can also visit this week between 10:00am and 2:00pm for a tour. There just might be a class, program or service that grabs your interest. Or if you are a current member, consider inviting a friend!

Our Centres are located in Victoria and Saanich, and all regular programs begin September 11th.

Never done Yoga? Here’s your chance. Ever wonder what Qigong is about or what the fuss about Pickleball is?

We literally have everything from A to Z – from Art for Everyone to Zumba Gold and everything in between. New o erings include Bollywood Dance, Armchair Travel, Soup Socials and more Pickleball!

For a complete Fall program schedule visit our website at Silver Threads | Services for Seniors . Silver Threads Service has been serving seniors in Victoria for over 65 years, and prides itself on creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for those looking to try out new experiences and classes. We have two locations: our Centre in Saanich at 286 Hampton Road, and our Centre in Victoria at 1911 Quadra Street. Memberships are valid at both locations. For more information or to book a spot, call the Saanich Centre at 250 3823151 or the Victoria Centre at 250-388-4268

BRAIN POWER CHALLENGE - WORD SCRAMBLE

If you are ready to amp up your cognitive function and take a proactive approach to your brain health, Silver Threads Service o ers two programs that can support you in this health practice.

Registration is now open for the Fall Brain Games and Memory PLUS Programs. These programs are for those 55+ who would like to enhance their memory skills in an active and social group setting.

BRAIN GAMES SAANICH CENTRE

Fun group games that will help you keep your mind active. Challenge your brain in a social and interactive setting lead by an experienced facilitator.

Dates: Wednesdays, September 13th to October 18th

Time: 1:00pm to 2:00pm

Cost: 6/$24 members, $42 non-members

Leader: Lisa van Bommel

MEMORY PLUS SAANICH CENTRE

Memory PLUS is a program for those 55+ who would like to enhance their memory and learn new skills in an active and social setting. The PLUS stands for Practice, Laughter and Useful Strategies.

Dates:

October 25th to November

Time: 1:00pm to 3:00pm

Cost: 6/$54 members, $78 non-members

Leader: Lisa van Bommel Call 250 382-3151 or visit www.silverthreads.ca service for more information.

Silver Threads Service Try it Free Week

September 5th to 8th, 2023

Silver Threads Service operates two Centres for adults 55+. Try it Free Week is an opportunity for those who are new to visit and try an activity

Tours and refreshments offered between 10:00am to 2:00pm.

Annual membership is $55 April to March. Membership gives access to both centres. All Try it Free Programs must be reserved in advance by phone. For further details on these and all our Fall Programs and Services visit our website at www.silverthreads.ca

Saanich Centre 250-382-3151

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Line Dance-Beginners

Brain Games

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Gentle Yoga

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Chair Fitness

Mindfulness & Meditation

Floor Shuffleboard

Table Tennis

Carpet Bowling

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Hatha Yoga

Parkinson’s Ping Pong

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Memoir Writing

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Mindful Eating for Digestive Wellness: Embracing the Summer Bounty

As the summer season unfolds in British Columbia, we are presented with a golden opportunity to prioritize digestive wellness by

Understanding the Digestive Benefits of Mindful Eating

Mindful eating not only promotes a positive relationship with food but also offers numerous benefits to digestive wellness. By cultivating awareness and adopting mindful eating practices, we can optimize digestion, reduce discomfort, and nourish our bodies from within.

1. Enhances Digestive Enzyme Secretion: When we eat mindfully, we engage our senses and stimulate the release of digestive enzymes. This aids in the breakdown and absorption of nutrients, ensuring efficient digestion and optimal nutrient utilization.

2. Supports Gut-Brain Connection: Mindful eating helps foster a strong gut-brain connection. By tuning into our body’s hunger and fullness cues, we develop a better understanding of our dietary needs, which can lead to improved food choices and portion control. This balance supports gut health and helps alleviate digestive discomfort.

3. Reduces Stress and Promotes

Relaxation: Stress is known to impact digestion negatively. Mindful eating encourages us to slow down, savor each bite, and create a relaxed eating environment. By reducing stress levels during mealtimes, we enhance digestion, minimize digestive disturbances, and promote overall well-being.

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embracing mindful eating and indulging in the abundance of local, seasonal produce. By adopting mindful eating practices and

incorporating locally sourced foods, we can enhance digestion, support gut health, and derive maximum nutritional benefits from the summer

harvest. Let’s explore the concept of mindful eating and highlight the digestive benefits of the vibrant produce available this season.

Embracing Digestive Wellness with Local Foods

British Columbia’s local produce offers an array of digestive-friendly foods that are abundant during the summer season. By incorporating these nourishing options into our meals, we can support digestive health and enjoy the benefits of seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. Here are some digestive-friendly choices to embrace:

1. Fiber-Rich Fruits and Vegetables: Locally grown berries, leafy greens, stone fruits, and seasonal vegetables are excellent sources of dietary fiber. Fiber adds bulk to the stool, promotes regular bowel movements, and supports a healthy digestive system.

2. Aromatic Herbs and Spices: Local farms offer an assortment of fresh herbs like mint, basil, ginger and rosemary. These herbs not only add flavor to dishes but also possess digestive benefits. Mint helps soothe the stomach and aids digestion, while basil, ginger and rosemary have carminative properties that can help alleviate bloating and support digestion.

3. Gut-Friendly Fermented Foods: Explore locally made fermented foods like sauerkraut, kimchi, kefir and kombucha. These probiotic-rich foods promote a healthy balance of gut bacteria, aid digestion, and strengthen the immune system.

Practicing Mindful Eating for Digestive Wellness

1. Slow Down and Chew Thoroughly: Take time to thoroughly chew your food, allowing the digestive enzymes in your saliva to begin the digestion process.

3. Engage Your Senses: Appreciate the colors, textures, and aromas of the Summer bounty you consume. Engaging your senses during meals enhances the mindful eating experience and supports digestion.

2. Mindful Portion Control: Pay attention to portion sizes and eat until you feel comfortably satisfied rather than overly full. This promotes better digestion and prevents digestive discomfort.

4. Stay Hydrated: Hydration is crucial for digestion. Alongside enjoying local fruits and vegetables with high water content, remember to drink adequate water throughout the day to maintain hydration and support healthy digestion.

By embracing mindful eating, we can prioritize digestive wellness and enjoy the seasonal bounty while optimizing digestion. Mindful eating supports the release of digestive enzymes, fosters a strong gut-brain connection, and reduces stress, all of which contribute to better digestion. Embrace the digestive benefits of local produce, practice mindful eating, and nourish your body while savoring the flavors of the summer harvest. Happy Summer!

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