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June 2014
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Make one simple change today towards better health
Health Matters Laura Burgess, B.Sc. Pharm Certified Diabetes Educator
This is the 69th article in a series of articles discussing type 2 diabetes. With the incidence of diabetes being on the rise in our population, at Manshadi Pharmacy we have taken a great interest in diabetes care and would be happy to answer any questions that you may have regarding the diagnosis, treatment, and management
of diabetes and its related complications. I realize that for some of you, all of the information that I have been giving you in my past few articles regarding sugars, which are the best to use, and how to limit them in your diet, may be a bit overwhelming. The bottom line is that unfortunately we live in a society where sugar is rampant in our diets leading to obesity and diabetes. However, we can choose to make smart choices in our daily lives to combat this, and it doesn’t have to be complicated. In this article I would like to discuss some of these easy changes with you and encourage you to make one change today towards
bettering your health. Thankfully summer is fast approaching, making it the perfect time to start embracing a new lifestyle change. The weather is nicer, making it more appealing to get outside and be active. Remember, just a 30 minute walk a day can have a positive impact on your blood sugar levels as well as your overall cardiovascular and mental health. If you can’t find the time to get out for the full half an hour at once, then split it up into more manageable sessions, such as 15 minutes in the morning and evening or 10 minutes after each meal. If walking isn’t your thing, try to find something you enjoy such as gardening,
yard work, biking, or join a fitness class for added motivation. Ask a friend or loved one to join you and share the benefits of being active with them. Another wonderful opportunity that summer brings is access to local fresh fruits and vegetables in stores and at our farmer’s markets. By increasing the amount of fresh foods in your diet, you tend to eat less refined or processed foods. This gives you the benefit of added fibre, which makes you feel fuller and helps to regulate your blood sugars. So make it a goal to shop the farmer’s market regularly and have fun! One thing to remember is not to overindulge on too much
Would energy be at the root of your health issue? Over 100 years ago, Einstein designed an equation explaining that all matter is made of energy; however, we are only recently becoming aware that this idea applies to us as human beings. We are slowly just getting the idea that we are, in fact, energy. Cutting-edge research is demonstrating that disease, discomfort and disharmony in our systems are related to a disruption in the flow and format of the energy within our cells. If we want to make lasting improvements in our health and well-
being, we must address this disturbance. If we do not pull a weed out by the roots, we will continue to have weeds. Medicine deals with the combat of disease with the use of remedies, most often, drugs or surgery. Energy workers gently deal with the subtle, unconscious, underlying energetics of disease and help you to remove the disruption, most often with rapid, deep and long lasting results, and no harmful side effects. How does it get any better than that? EMC2 is an acronym for
Energy Modalities Caring Community, which is a group of energy workers dedicated to sharing their knowledge and skills with those who are in need of change in their lives. For details of the upcoming introductory event in Kamloops on May 31 please see the advertisement on this page. Let’s get well. This article was brought to you as a public service by Health Educator/ Practitioner, Cathy Lidster, serving internationally since 1980. She can be reached at CB Wellness
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fruit, as the natural sugar can spike your blood sugar levels. Stick to one portion size (about the size of one of your fists) and limit yourself to two to three portions per day. Don’t forget another change you can make for your health is taking the time to access your health care team to help you address any questions or concerns you may have regarding your diabetes. For some of you this may mean booking that doctor’s appointment to discuss a new symptom that may have developed, for others it may be taking the time to do a medication review with your pharmacist to review and optimize your drug therapy. Or maybe
you would benefit from a referral to dietician to fine-tune your diet, or to go back to the Diabetes Education Center at RIH for a refresher course. I hope that this article has encouraged you to try and make a few simple changes that will not only benefit your health but can be fun and uplifting as well. Remember, a positive change can be as simple as choosing whole grain or sprouted wheat bread instead of white bread the next time you are at the grocery store or drinking water with a slice of lemon instead of juice or pop. So choose one change today and take a step towards better health!