A perfect lawn this spring
If you’ve ever envied the thick, lush grass at a golf course, know that you are not alone. It can be… [more]
Whatever the season, take time to visit people and socialize
For many people the start of each season brings with it a certain amount of excitement and keen anticipation… [more]
Infants can benefit from Osteopathy
During childbirth, the focus is on the mother and the amount of pain and trauma that she has to endure… [more]
How to get your trailer ready for the spring season
Having a towable RV is one way to have all of the comforts and amenities of home when you’re on the… [more]
Why pension splitting is a good idea
It’s no surprise that a whole generation is getting older and as The Baby Boomers start to look at… [more]
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Why pension splitting is a good idea
It’s no surprise that a whole generation is getting older and as The Baby Boomers start to look at what they want to do with the money they’ve put aside, there are some innovative financial planners helping them to look at their options. Pension … [More]
How to purchase your perfect living room set
Living room sets are the centerpiece and usually the biggest pieces of furniture, in any living room. The sofa in particular, is one of the few furniture pieces that you should be spending more money on because ideally, it should last you anywhere from 10 … [More]
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Can we afford not to be green?
As educated consumers and proud homeowners, we like to think we do what we can to gradually, perhaps even reluctantly, reduce our personal carbon foot print and be considered more eco-friendly. Did you know that today’s asphalt shingle roofing … [More]
Aligning teeth with braces
Like many other areas of modern dentistry, orthodontics has come a long way in developing different kinds of braces that help to align teeth. While the traditional braces made of high grade steel are still in use today and are still the cheapest, they can … [More]
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Planning ahead
You love your family more than anything in the world. Taking care of them is what feels right, even if it means making difficult choices. This being said, there is one topic that families don’t like to talk about but is nonetheless very important to those who you love. Talking about a funeral isn’t something anyone wants to do. When you think about it, it is even more difficult to have to plan a funeral when a family is trying to go … [More]
Quality entertainment for more than the 20-something demographic
There is no shortage of good quality entertainment for the younger demographics. On any given day of the year, big and medium-sized venues are hosting concerts with a rotating roster of the big-name, “it” performers of the day. But in the world of entertainment, it’s wise to remember that while the teens and 20-somethings are undoubtedly a huge market to appeal to, there are other demographics and dynamics that also want to be … [More]
Traumatic Birth Syndrome
The forces involved in birthing are substantial and everyone always looks at birth from the perspective of the mother. But what about the effect on the baby? There is tremendous stress placed on the head and neck of the baby as he or she squeezes through a tiny 10 cm opening as someone is grabbing their head twisting it and pulling in order to deliver shoulders. Let’s face it, being born is rough on the body. Traumatic birth syndrome (TBS) … [More]
Nutrition for the elderly
As we age, our risk of nutrient deficiencies grows. Our bodies stop absorbing vitamins the way they used to and our immune systems become less effective. In fact, according to a study by the Mayo Clinic and American Dietetic Association, more than one in two seniors are at risk for under or malnutrition. As such, we need to be more vigilant about monitoring our diet as we age and ensuring we get the proper amount of nutrients. For elderly … [More]
Sit down and stay a while
Ever been invited to a friend’s house for a small dinner party and when you arrive, your hosts’ take great delight in presenting their latest acquisition – an ornate dining table and equally suspect chairs? One look at the chairs and you have a feeling that this soiree may be one of the longest and most uncomfortable of your life. You have a hard time believing that said chairs could successfully support the weight of a small child. So … [More]
The importance of a good night’s sleep for seniors
“Sleep is the golden chain that ties health and our bodies together.” Thomas Dekker Many doctors consider sleep to be a reliable indicator of a person’s health. Seniors who don’t sleep well are more likely to suffer from depression, attention and memory problems and excessive daytime sleepiness. They are also likely to suffer more night-time falls, have increased sensitivity to pain and use more prescription or over-the-counter … [More]