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HEALTH & BEAUTY Local heroes team up to support those living with Parkinson’s disease SALMON ARM, BC – This September, family, friends and co-workers are teaming up to inspire hope for over 12,500 British Columbians living with Parkinson’s. This year marks the 25th
anniversary of Parkinson SuperWalk, which is set to take place in over 20 communities across British Columbia. Join local community heroes on Saturday, September 19th, at 10:00 a.m. at
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School transition
Fall is here (how did that happen?) and many of our children are beginning their school journey, or continuing on to the next grade. Expectations with academics and performance seem to increase dramatically as our children age, bringing intense levels of anxiety for many kids. Some young children have a tough time switching back to the school routine from the carefree days of summer, or with entering into a new environment for the first time. Dr. Gordon Neufeld, a psychologist based in Vancouver and author of Hold On to your Kids, writes of how parents today have lost their intuition and wisdom for parenting their children. We rely on experts for the answers. The following suggestions are a few things that may support your child with feeling comfortable in their school environment and in an absence from you. However, remember that YOU are the expert on your child. Trust your gut. What need is their behaviour trying to convey? Explore the playground: During an evening or weekend, head to your child’s school playground. This can build confidence for your child in their surroundings with your support. Build a bridge: Send an attachment reminder with your child. A photo of the family in their backpack, or a note in their lunchbox. If you write on a banana with a toothpick, the message will magically appear by lunchtime! Build connection: Have a photo of your child’s teacher at home, and talk to your child about what the teacher’s role is in supporting them in learning and growing. Discuss who they know at the school and who they can lean on. At the end of the day, explore various ways to ask your child in an open-ended way how their day was. When we know our children have a tough time with transitions, it can be tempting to probe for pain – “Was it OK?� “Were you scared?� – which may increase stress for the child. Instead, show some confidence in your child’s strengths and ability to be independent, and they will adjust with time.
McGuire Lake Park. Participants will utilize their superpowers by generating awareness of the disease and helping to raise funds for valuable education, resources and support services. Proceeds from the walk will also be invested in vital research, including that which investigates the benefits of exercise for symptom management. “In addition to promoting general awareness of the disease to the public, over the last few years we’ve been focusing our efforts on encouraging the inclusion of challenging
exercises as a part of one’s treatment plan� says Jean Blake, CEO of Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC). Recent research has yielded results that favour exercise as a method of delaying the progression of the disease. In June 2015, the National Parkinson Foundation (NPF) released the results of the largest clinical study of Parkinson’s ever, collecting data from over 3,000 participants. “This study makes it clear that everyone with Parkinson’s disease should be exercis-
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ing. Patients suffer when they delay starting their exercise, and it doesn’t seem to matter what they do, they benefit from just getting up and moving,� said Michael S. Okun, MD, NPF’s National Medical Director. As the largest national fundraising event for Parkinson’s, SuperWalk has allowed PSBC to develop programming that not only encourages exercise, but teaches the most effective methods for managing the varying and progressive symptoms of the disease. This September, the Society welcomes Becky Farley, CEO and founder of the Parkinson Wellness Recovery (PWR!) pro-
gramming to train local physiotherapists and fitness instructors on effective exercise techniques specifically for those living with Parkinson’s. Every year, thousands of Canadians
participate in Parkinson SuperWalk. Together, through fundraising efforts, PSBC can continue their quest for a cure and support Canadians touched by Parkinson’s. File photo.
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Indian ginseng is a herb that is also known as Ashwanganda and Withania somnifera. The root of this herb is traditionally used in herbal and Ayurvedic medicine for various health conditions. It is a general tonic as well as an adaptogenic herb (herbs that help in dealing with dayto-day stress). It also helps to increase endurance PHONE 250-376-8883 • FAX 250-376-8806 • editor@seniorconnector.com and stamina in athletes. In Ayurvedic medicine, 439 Tranquille Road • Mailing Address: P.O. Box 729, V2C 5M4 it is given to children of all ages to facilitate growth. A pharmacological study comparing Indian Please note: Due to production deadlines, changes must be received by noon Monday, October 21 or ad will run as is. The November 2013 issue will come out on October 30, 2013. ginseng and Korean ginseng showed both had the same potency in terms of adaptogenic capacity and as a tonic; however, Indian ginseng did not cause overstimulation compared to Korean ginseng. It also helps in improving memory in young Please check spelling and all information carefully. and old. In one study, in 100 male patients between the ages of 50 to 59 on a dose of 3 grams/day for one year, there was significant improvement in hemoglobin levels, red blood count and decrease in serum cholesterol. Also, there was improved sexual performance in 71 % of men. (Reference: A Clinical Guide to Blending Herbs by Kerry Bone.) in Home Consult According to traditional Ayurvedic, Indian ginseng is also helpful in the treatment of bronchitis, asthma, tuberculosis, lumbar pains, insomnia, stress, nervous or mental exhaustion, improved immunity and rheumatoid arthritis. Due its effect of reducing blood sugar, it is also used as an adjunct to the treatment for Type 2 diabetes. Because it is rich in nutrients like iron and has antioxidant properties, it is used in convalescence after an acute illness. Ashwaganda is available as powder or tablet or capsules, and health food store usually carry NND_NOV13 Oct. 10, 2013 this herb. I personally take this herb in powder form 4 col x 4 inch Colour (one teaspoon in a little bit of warm milk) or sometimes in capsules form. I find that it makes me feel more energetic and I also sleep better at night.
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