‘Keeping A Breast’ of the issue
Over the next couple of months, Sudburians are going to see and hear a lot more about Keep A Breast (KAB) Canada. A unique non-profit organization, KAB Canada’s mission is to raise awareness about breast cancer and to familiarize young people about prevention practices, early detection and support.
Through programs and art events, KAB Canada strives [...]
Why use a professional makeup artist?
A professional makeup artist (MUA) is an artist whose canvas is the human body, applying makeup and prosthetics for theatre, television, film, fashion, magazines and other similar productions, including all aspects of the modeling industry.
Wanting to look your very best, is one of the main reasons for having your makeup applied by a professional makeup [...]
Reiki – More than relaxation
Alternative therapies are gathering momentum in today’s health climate. From chiropractic care to past life healings, our population is realizing that there is more to health than a yearly physical and simply being free from disease. Mental, emotional and spiritual health are proving to be just as important to the overall balance of our human [...]
Next exit: Healthy life
Prevention and management of diabetes is your responsibility! Even if you have not been diagnosed, your personal wellness is your responsibility.
Before people develop type 2 diabetes, they almost always have “prediabetes” – blood sugar levels that are higher than normal but not yet high enough to be diagnosed as diabetes. The good news is that [...]
Understanding candidiasis
Candidiasis, also referred to as thrush, is a fungal infection (or yeast infection). Candida albicans is an organism that resides on our skin, in our mouth, in our intestinal tract and, for women, in the vagina. It is normal to have small amounts of candida. It actually serves as food for the protective bacteria, such [...]
Healthy choices for healthy children
“Hey, Mom, that lady has made too many choices from the fats and oils group,” declared my six year-old son, Ty, noticing an overweight lady standing close-by. His observation went unnoticed, but I was proud of how he’d phrased it. He had been sensitive enough to not make fun of her.
As a health and fitness [...]
Three meditation tools for beginners
When beginning a meditation practice, you may not be aware that there are certain items that can be used to help strengthen your focus, increase your relaxation and ultimately improve the quality and depth of your meditation. Here are three meditation tools for beginners that will enhance your experience.
1. Prayer beads
Utilization of prayer beads can [...]
Breath of fresh air
The average person inhales and exhales about 10,000 litres of air per day. Most of us are aware of the ‘drink eight glasses of water a day’ rule, and we go to great lengths to ensure that our water is purified and clean. But, do we invest the same efforts into monitoring the air that [...]
Yoga for children and youth arrives in Sudbury
Children gain enormous benefits from yoga and because of this, it is quickly growing in popularity as both an alternative and a complement to traditional sports. Yoga is proving to be beneficial for children and youth as it encourages self-esteem and body awareness, and fosters cooperation and compassion, instead of opposition. With childhood obesity on [...]
What does diabetes look like?
I walked into a local business to pick up a Canadian Diabetes Association coin box and a man commented, “You don’t look like you have diabetes.” I replied by asking him, “What does diabetes look like?” Do you know the difference between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes? What is the face of a person [...]
