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37 Celebrity Wellness With Taylor Hatala Viral sensation, regular Ellen guest and more, Taylor Hatala is dancing into the hearts of millions 33 Crash Course Edmonton's river valley plays host to the season finale of Red Bull's Crashed Ice

5 Editorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Note

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8 Make Five Changes In 2015! Conquer your fear of change this year with small steps 10 Why Our Brains Make Us Obese Human disposition, lack of time and bad habits cause obesity 18 Build Your Core! Never mind losing weight, how do you gain weight and mass? 20 Knowledge Is Power Parents with children who have eating disorders now have a new support network 22 To Juice Or Not To Juice? Maintaining proper vitamins and nutrients is essential to healthy living

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25 Choose Not To Smoke This Year Change your mind set when it comes to cigarettes for better success

46 Vegetarian Chili Chowder This chili is so full of flavour, you wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even guess that it's missing meat

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40 Five Points For Power Parenting Follow these points to reduce your stress and raise better kids 42 Is Your Food Affecting Fertility? Six surprising ways that your gut health can affect your chances of reproduction

44 Comfortably Healthy Soups, chilies and stews are more than just comfort food

50 Go High Tech This Year Take your training to the next level with these top free running apps 52 Hawaii's Magical Kingdom Aulani Disney Resort and Spa offers something for visitors of all ages

55 Festival of Trees The annual Edmonton tradition was another great success

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E D I TO R ' S N OT E WINTER 2015 | VOL 2 | 01 Publisher Donna Zazulak Editor-in-Chief Colin McGarrigle

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Welcome to the New Year and the Winter edition of WELLNESS. This is a time to reflect on the past and look towards the future with renewed drive and dynamism! We here at WELLNESS feel that a healthy lifestyle is something that should be attained throughout the year, but it is in our nature to start a new year afresh. So if you have struggled to keep your resolutions, we hope this issue can inform and inspire you to reach those goals this year! For those seeking inspiration and drive, our cover story on 11-year-old Sherwood Park viral dance sensation Taylor Hatala is a must read. With tens of millions of YouTube hits on her dance moves, to a few appearances on Ellen, to music video shoots in California and regular interviews on large American networks, Taylor's talent, drive and humility is inspirational for any age. The City of Edmonton is also looking toward the future with the announcement of Red Bull's Crashed Ice season finals here in our city in March. This world-class extreme winter skate cross event will transform the entire downtown and river valley to accommodate top athletes from around the world who will hurtle down the track at speeds of up to 60 km/h! With hundreds of thousands of visitors expected, this event promises to continue to grow Edmonton as a winter destination. And for those looking beyond just inspiration, we also have plenty of great tips from our esteemed experts on a great variety of topics to ensure you get as much help as you need this year to find balance in your life. Performance coach Steffany Hanlen walks us through her tips for keeping resolutions by breaking it down into easier manageable goals, rather than lofty dreams. Her tips include changing just five small things over five days and growing your aspirations from there. Celebrity trainer Paul Plakas delves deep into the psyche to explain the power of our brains and why it can make us obese if we are not aware of what our brain is telling us when we reach for that greasy cheeseburger. Paul explains why our brains react with joy, and how we can break that cycle. On the opposite end of the spectrum, personal trainer Taurean Wellman gives some great advice on actually gaining weight this year! We often see lots of advice on how to lose weight, so we also wanted to have some advice for those looking to build their weight and muscle mass. Taurean breaks down calorie intake, types of training, frequency and more. Speaking of calories, we know how cold the winter months can be so we teamed up with Taste Alberta to bring you some healthy eating tips, including introducing healthier beans, lentils and grains into your diet with tasty, hearty and warming soups. We also provide a great recipe for a vegetarian chili chowder that is so hearty you won't even miss the meat. And for those with families or those looking to start a family, we have plenty of advice on power parenting and how to reduce your stress and raise better kids; information on help with eating disorders; and how the food you eat could be affecting your fertility. We hope you enjoy this issue and don't forget to send me your WELLNESS story at colin@wellnessalbertamag.com

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Conquer your fear of change this year

by Steffany Hanlen

"EVEN IF YOU ARE AT THE OFFICE AND JOHN FROM THE MAILROOM SEES YOU, WHO CARES?"

CHANGES IN 2015!

There is an old Garfield comic that I love. The thought-bubble above his head said, "I went on a diet for two weeks and all I lost… was two weeks!" How many times have you said you are going to do that one thing or make that one change so you can be, do or have something different than what you have? Many people often set unrealistic goals, like losing 30 pounds, finding true love or earning a million dollars this year! But I am addicted to change too! I have trained myself to embrace and harness the power of change to catapult the results I get in my life by doing this one simple, innocent thing: I take five! Like Garfield, I was a slow starter and preferred inertia and lasagna over moving and eating my greens. I needed a little trick to get me going. Possibly, like you, each New Years Eve I set myself up with an exciting new thought process about how fabulous I will be when I (fill in your blank) then proceed to incrementally let myself down by not doing anything about it. I had become addicted to the feeling I got. Then I took a small step or made a change to my routine or my habits. I didn’t always like the feeling, but I’ve gotten used to it. Now I seek it out. If something isn’t working I have a point of reference and a simple skill I can act upon.

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HERE’S HOW IT WORKS. Make five changes that take no more than five minutes each. Do this for five months and then decide if it works, and if it does, then do it for five more months. Not four changes for 10 minutes for six months. Make one change a day, then two changes a day and then if it's still working, make all five changes, but only for five months! It has to have an ending or it doesn’t work as well.

FIVE FOR FIVE! THAT’S THE KEY. Here are some ideas that worked great for me and they will work great for you too.

"I HAVE TRAINED MYSELF TO EMBRACE AND HARNESS THE POWER OF CHANGE."

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Wake up five minutes later than you usually do for five days in a row, once a week for five months. You are either getting up before you want to and being grumpy or hitting your snooze button and rushing around anyway. Give yourself permission to get up at the exact time you say you will get up for five days. See how you feel after the first week. Do it again. Add five percent more to your monthly savings account for five months. If you save $10 a month, change it to $10.50. If you save $100 a month, change it to $105. After five months, increase it again (the whole amount) to another five percent. Repeat this every five months and you will find a noticeable difference in your savings account. Call or email five people (not Facebook friends) you have not spoken to or seen in over five years. You know who they are. You also know why you no longer are in contact. Take five minutes and think about who you would love to reconnect with and why, or if there is something left unsaid. If there is, just say it. Add five minutes to your exercise program. If you do 10 minutes of walking, do 15 instead. If you are doing a 60-minute Zumba class, just add a five-minute stretch. If you don’t have an exercise program, start by doing five minutes of any exercise for five days in a row. Even if you are at your desk, or watching TV, you can do a sit-up anywhere. Close your eyes and focus on your breathing for five minutes everyday for five days. It doesn’t have to be at the same time of day. Even if you are the office and John from the mailroom sees you, who cares? You may inspire someone else to take five of anything in 2015.

Taking five for 2015 requires no effort to get big results. Even a five-second delay before a habit kicks in or a five degree shift of a thought before doing something normal could be the beginning of something amazing.

STEFFANY HANLEN Steffany Hanlen is a performance coach who trains high-profile professional athletes, including NHL hockey players and Olympians, as well as amateur athletes. Steffany's strategies worked equally well for others looking to achieve success and she also coaches artists, business leaders and many others reach their dream. steffanyhanlen.com

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Make 2015 your year to become addicted to powerful, positive change in your life five little steps at a time. ♦

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WHY OUR BRAINS MAKE US

Human disposition, lack of time and bad habits cause obesity by Paul Plakas

Starvation has killed more human beings in the history of planet Earth than from any other method. You can take war, disease, murder, old age, death by shark attack and add them all up. Starvation out does them all. It was not until post World War II that obesity became a recognized problem. Sure there were some overweight people before then, but they were the rich and royalty. What has happened in the past 70 years to create such an epidemic of fat when in the previous 70,000 years people died because they had no body fat? WHAT DO WE KNOW? Everyone knows eating spinach is a good nutritious food choice and doughnuts are an unhealthy option. People understand that daily exercise is a good idea and sitting on the couch all day long will not contribute to a fit, lean body. If we understand what choices should be made for long term health, why do most of us keep making the wrong choices? I believe it comes down to human predisposition to seek pleasure, a lack of time to devote to healthy eating and exercise, and big food companies taking advantage of these shortcomings. DE-SENSITIZED PLEASURE CENTRES OF YOUR BRAIN Human beings have a â&#x20AC;&#x153;rewardâ&#x20AC;? part in the brain. There is an area in the brain where pleasure hormones are released which allows you to feel good. This section of the brain is important for the survival of man. It motivates someone to seek reward when discomfort is present. If you are cold you seek warmth. If you are hungry the search for food overwhelms your attention. The longer you go without a basic life necessity the more you desire it.

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TIME The number one excuse/reason people give for not being active is time. Why is it that no one has any time? In my opinion it is mostly due to finances. Most people find it difficult to make the amount of money necessary to lead the quality of life they desire. In order to send your children to school, buy clothes, pay the mortgage and feed your family, you must spend anywhere from 8-14 of your waking hours working, getting ready to work and travelling to work. This does not leave much extra time for making quality food choices and physical activity. People are sitting down most of their day in their cars, at work or at home. Next to lying down to sleep, sitting is the laziest position the body can be in. Very few calories are being expended which prevents body fat being used as a fuel source. Pre-WWII, many people made money by working with their body. Post-WWII people made their living working with their mind. The fast food industry preys upon people’s time disadvantage perception. They make it almost impossible not to eat fast food. Why does the average North American family eat fast food three to four times per week? • There are hundreds of thousands of locations, virtually on every city block. • Food is cheap. You can feed a family of four for under $20.

with sitting on the couch and watching television. You may not even stop to think if you are hungry or even desire ice cream at that moment. You may be eating subconsciously. • Your marital/personal relationships may be suffering. To deal with the depression, chocolate peanut butter cookies may be your temporary feel good solution. Dealing with the root cause of the depression is the longterm solution.

• Food tastes really good. The high fat-sugar-salt combination satisfies the reward brain temporarily. • It is time efficient. People can eat in minutes without ever having to leave their vehicle. WHAT CAN BE DONE? No one should completely deny themselves of all the foods they love. This can only lead to bingeing. Think of the “Law of Diminishing Returns." The first two to three bites of chocolate are the best part. Each subsequent morsel tastes slightly worse than the previous. Once you have

There are a couple of approaches with the time obstacle. First, do not feel you need to set aside a full 30 minutes to get a worthy exercise session done. Particularly in obese people, three 10-minute sessions spread out in your day can be more beneficial. Someone just starting to exercise will have a lower fitness level. They would have a tough time keeping their intensity elevated for a full continuous 30 minutes. They would have an easier time exercising harder for 10 minutes at a time. The overall calorie expenditure would be higher for the same 30 minutes because more can be done in each bout. Secondly, try to kill two birds with one stone. Spend your exercise time with your children. Take your family swimming, sledding, or kick a ball around. It's quality time with your kids, exercise for you, and they see an active role model and are in turn less likely to be obese in their adult life. You know what the right choice is. Find out the obstacle preventing you from making the right choice. You may need some help from a trainer, friend or family support. It is not impossible to be lean for a lifetime, it is just hard. The hard is what makes it so worthwhile. It would be a shame if you lived an entire lifetime of obesity never knowing what your amazing body could have looked like or done if you just had the willingness and skill to give it a solid effort. ♦

"IF YOU ARE COLD YOU SEEK WARMTH. IF YOU ARE HUNGRY THE SEARCH FOR FOOD OVERWHELMS YOUR ATTENTION." enjoyed the best part of your treat there is no deprivation. If you continue to eat into your 10th, 20th, 100th bite, you are doing it for other reasons than pleasure. Here are some scenarios: • Maybe you are eating a whole bowl of nacho chips because you are hungry. In this situation you may not have done a great job eating earlier in the day, missing breakfast or lunch. • You may eat an entire carton of ice cream in front of the television late at night. This is a habit you have formed over your lifetime. You associate eating

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The problem with the modern reward brain is that it has become desensitized. We have hijacked our pleasure response by the abundant consumption of high fat sugary foods available to us. In the past, a piece of fruit would have been a rewarding high sugary treat that would make someone feel pleasure. Today a piece of fruit does not cut it. Today we need a hot molten lava cake with vanilla ice cream to get the same pleasurable release. This desensitization becomes even more pronounced if someone is stressed or depressed.

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TEAMWORK A VITAL INGREDIENT Advances in cardiac care have saved and changed the lives of thousands of grateful patients. Today, teams at the Maz face a new reality: aging patients who present a diverse range of serious health conditions. Often this means more complicated surgeries and prolonged, intense recoveries. The Maz is the only heart institute in western Canada that offers the complete package of cardiac care, from advanced diagnostic imaging right through to surgery and rehabilitation.

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Daily meetings are held in which doctors share the stage with social workers, dieticians, nurses, physiotherapists, rehabilitation specialists, pharmacists and other experts in related fields. This way, patients’ entire well-being and health is addressed by a multidisciplinary team.

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Imagine this: a world without waiting lists for patients in need of heart and/or lung transplants. Unfortunately it’s going to be awhile before that happens, but the dream is alive thanks to extraordinary research being conducted by cardiac surgeons and researchers at the Maz. Other research projects are looking into the causes of heart failure, coronary artery disease and pulmonary hypertension, a rare but lethal disease, and many other research projects that will change the way hearts are mended around the world.

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outlined in Canada’s Food Guide. Look for the Health Check™ symbol when purchasing groceries. 2. Modify your diet to reduce fat consumption; this can help lower your cholesterol. 3. Participate in a variety of endurance, flexibility and strength activities. 4. Practice good sleep habits. 5. Accumulate 60 minutes of activity everyday. Add up your activities in periods of at least 10 minutes each. Start slowly and build up. 6. Become a “self manager.” Take the attitude that “I am responsible for my health.” 7. Plan using S.M.A.R.T. goals: S - Specific M - Measurable A –Achievable R – Realistic T – Timely 8. Have an annual checkup with your family physician. 9. Quit smoking. Seek appropriate medical help to ensure you are successful.

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Many people look to lose weight in the New Year, but how do you gain weight and mass?

by Wellness Staff What are some of the most common reasons why people don't gain weight and muscle when training? Many people unintentionally skip steps when we exercise. We need to start by activating our muscles before any exercise that helps them to execute them properly. We all have muscle imbalances: muscle tightness or previous injuries they have not been repaired. If we don’t take the time to address them, then we only briefly activate the muscle. The movement is compromised. We aren’t truly working out to our fullest potential. Secondly, many people haven’t been challenging themselves enough. They stick to a similar routine week by week, without changing important components like weight, speed or tempo of lifts and variety of exercises. Many also neglect the body parts they are not proud of. They typically refuse to train their core, legs and important stabilizer muscles. Finally, those looking to gain weight and mass do not eat the right foods to facilitate

One of the most common New Year's resolutions is to lose weight this year. Various diets, supplements, exercise videos and gadgets are available to those looking to attain that goal. But what about the 98-pound weakling still getting sand kicked in his or her face? Or those looking to start a new future as a potential competitive bodybuilder? WELLNESS Magazine sat down with personal trainer and owner of Wellman Wellness Training, Taurean Wellman, to find out how those 98-pounders can strut along the beach with bulging biceps by next summer.

growth. They’re caught up in excuses, such as, “being too busy or can’t eat that much or it’s too expensive” instead of finding solutions to get to their goals. They eat the same amount as they did before and don’t keep a consistent schedule of when they eat. Routine for your body is important! What is a healthy rate of weight gain per week/month? A healthy rate of weight gain is two to four pounds per week. Monthly, you’re looking at a maximum of 10-15 pounds. This too is a tricky subject; since water weight can fluctuate between two to five pounds at different times of the day. How many more calories a day should someone eat and how often? Regardless of certain parameters (body type, genetics), the simplest formula is to look at calories consumed versus calories used that will determine weight gain or loss.

You also need to consider the types of workouts. If you’re doing traditional isolated movement patterns (body building), there’s a good chance you need a little less calories than someone who does more athletic style of exercises (sports, multi-joint, cross-fit, martial arts). The healthy average is about 2,000 calories, so close to double of that (4,000 calories a day) is a safe bet for bodybuilders, a little more for athletic types, and even more for those who do workouts and play sports. What are some of the best foods to eat while looking to gain mass and muscle? You need to eat lots of healthy fats and carbs to help your protein synthesize into what you eat it for – muscle gain. In order to add size quick, getting healthy fats from nuts, avocados, coconuts, and oatmeal are essential to help keep your caloric intake high. Hormone regulation and

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vitamin absorption are also key which you can get from whole protein sources (steak, chicken, and fish), vegetables and fruits. Eat simple plain whole foods; it makes it easier for your body to process and digest. How helpful are various supplements such as creatine or protein shakes in gaining weight and mass? This is dependent on whether or not you have a steady supply of varying foods to choose from. Creatine and protein shakes are no doubt helpful in helping you make gains. If you want to make quicker gains, I suggest a heavy caloric protein supplement, but look for an all-natural version rather than one with unhealthy fillers. Creatine is typically in short supply in our diet so supplementing it for cycles can be an effective way to create consistent gains. The more important “supplements” that we are typically deficient of are vitamins, minerals, and amino branch chain proteins. Omega 3-6-9 are essential for muscle and brain function. Zinc and magnesium should be considered to help muscle function efficiently after your challenging workouts. What are some great exercises for weight gain, or is it best to maintain a wide variety? Variety is important to stimulate different muscle groups and promote healthy growth. There are definitely a few exercises that do need to be in every workout program as they produce the most change for your body— deadlifts, squats, bench press, overhead press, and a heavy row exercise. Typically it is more important to add mass in the posterior part of your body (back, butt, hamstrings) to help change the size of your frame so squats and deadlifts do the best job.

building programs will have to spend more time in a gym then someone who practices a more functional, athletic approach to training. The reason being is body building programs only have a “one day” stimulation approach to the muscles you’re trying to train. Therefore they may need to spend four to six days in a gym. If your approach is more of the functional route, you’re typically good with four to five times a week, as those workouts are typically more challenging and require muscle groups to work more often than not; more volume and more stimulation require more rest. Should people be doing shorter reps with higher weight or more reps with lighter weight in to gain muscle? You need both to be effective as it causes different stimulation for your muscles. I suggest doing a first set with lighter weight and more reps and getting your last few sets with less reps, going as heavy as you can handle with good form. Any last advice? If you’re really trying to gain weight, start with a solid foundation (strong core, mobility, and stability with movements) to help you later in your program. I highly suggest learning more about warming up properly and fixing your limitations that comes from our muscle

"Getting healthy fats from nuts, avocados, coconuts, and oatmeal are essential." imbalances due to our modern lifestyle that involves a lot of sitting, moving forward more so than moving backward. These are the culprits when you hit a “plateau” preventing you from lifting heavier, getting stronger or faster. Core stability is key to lifting heavier, ultimately allowing you to gain the size you desire. Focus on your core muscles (abs, obliques, hips, and butt) to give you the extra control needed to lift the heaviest weights during your workout. Leg training is a must at least two times a week to help increase testosterone and human growth hormone. There is a main artery in our legs that help regulate these functions; it must be stimulated to facilitate growth. Lastly, keep it fresh and mix it up. Stimulating muscles involves having a variety of ways to challenge it. It will also keep your body healthy and prevent injury by allowing it to be ready for the unstable environments that happen in everyday life. We perform movements when we react to things that we cannot prepare for and the best way to prepare for it is to perform numerous movements with resistance. ♦

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POWER! Parents with children who have eating disorders have a new support network in Edmonton by Sue Huff In late fall in Edmonton, the first support group offered by the Eating Disorder Support Network of Alberta (EDSNA) met in a room at the Old Strathcona Library. The parents who assembled were nervous and uncomfortable, but all had bravely stepped forward to seek support in dealing with their child’s eating disorder. It was a proud moment for founder and president, Moyra McAllister, who had worked towards this day for two-andhalf years. Thanks to her perseverance and funding from Alberta Health, Mental Health and Addictions, McAllister's dream had finally come to fruition. The result was amazing. Immediately, the parents felt less alone. They knew they were surrounded by people who ‘got it.' These were people who wouldn’t judge or blame, people who were walking the same path and experiencing the same highs and lows. “It was exactly what I wished had been in place for me when my daughter was going through her eating disorder,” said McAllister. “I vowed that no parent should have to face this horrible illness alone.” Breaking down the barriers of stigma and shame is no easy task. As a society, many are not ready to see mental illness on par with physical illness. And often

when children show signs of mental illness, parents experience a swirling tornado of emotions: fear, guilt, anger, shame, blame, panic, self-doubt and fear. For many of these parents, it is hard to know what’s the ‘right thing’ to do and often it can be hard to find answers. Parents of children with eating disorders often encounter ignorance, denial and plain old thoughtlessness from friends, family, and even, shockingly, medical professionals. Sometimes, friends just turn away, uncomfortable with mental illness and unsure how to respond. Family members can feel isolated, misunderstood and judged. It becomes a battle just to put one foot in front of the other, because the pain of seeing your child in distress and feeling utterly powerless to help is like no other burden. A few weeks after the initial meeting, EDSNA launched its first-ever group for individuals recovering from eating disorders. This group, like the parent group, was full and immediately served as a place of bonding and shared experience. The hope was the support they experience through the group will help reduce relapses and keep them moving forward on the path to full recovery.

“EDSNA is not a treatment option,” McAllister clarified. “We offer support, not treatment. Eating disorders are serious medical conditions and can be life threatening. So we will always emphasize the need for treatment, but group support can be extremely beneficial as well in helping people continue their journey to recovery.” Although EDSNA has done very little to advertise their support groups, word is spreading fast and they already have over 20 people on the waiting list for their winter session. To meet the demand, EDSNA is planning to offer four groups in January/ February: one offering introductory support for those with eating disorders; one offering education and support for family members; one focusing on using art as a means of expression for family members, including siblings and spouses; and one focusing on body-mind awareness for those with eating disorders. The first two will be facilitated by professionals with experience in the field. The latter two will be offered thanks to partnerships with providers in the community. However, EDSNA is eager to develop more partnerships to help expand the type of support they can offer.

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"Eating disorders are serious medical conditions and can be life threatening." “We recognize that eating disorders are very individual. We want to offer support in a variety of ways—so there is something that will work for everyone affected,” says McAllister. “We are very adaptable and will work to build groups to fit the need. So if someone has an idea, we would love to hear from them.” Next year, EDSNA will expand to Calgary and in year three of the funding from the provincial government, they will be opening branches in northern and southern Alberta. EDSNA will be seeking additional funding partners and philanthropic donors to implement public awareness initiatives, create a platform to connect treatment professionals and provide additional supports to the estimated 31,000 Albertans affected by eating disorders. "It feels like we are at the beginning of a long and exciting journey—building connections and hope, one family at a time," says McAllister. EDSNA offers group support four times throughout the year (winter, spring, summer and fall). All the groups cost a nominal fee ($60 per session) to encourage commitment to attend. This fee can be waived if people are experiencing financial hardship. For more information about the Eating Disorder Support Network of Alberta, visit www.eatingdisordersupportnetworkofalberta.com ♦

Anorexia Nervosa signs and symptoms may include: • Refusal to eat and denial of hunger • An intense fear of gaining weight • A negative or distorted self-image • Excessive exercise • Flat mood or lack of emotion • Irritability • Fear of eating in public • Preoccupation with food • Social withdrawal • Thin appearance Bulimia Nervosa signs and symptoms may include: • Eating until the point of discomfort or pain, often with high-fat or sweet foods • Self-induced vomiting • Laxative use • Excessive exercise

• An unhealthy focus on body shape and weight • A distorted, excessively negative body image • Low self-esteem • Going to the bathroom after eating or during meals Symptoms of binge-eating disorder may include: • Eating to the point of discomfort or pain • Eating much more food during a binge episode than during a normal meal or snack • Eating faster during binge episodes • Feeling that your eating behavior is out of control • Frequently eating alone • Feeling depressed, disgusted or upset over the amount eaten

SUE HUFF Sue Huff is a local writer, advocate and vice-president of EDSNA. Her daughter is recovering from an eating disorder, thanks to the treatment at the University of Alberta’s Eating Disorders Clinic.

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JUICE OR NOT

by Alana Belik

Are you thinking about jumping on the juicing bandwagon? If you are not getting the recommended daily intake of veggies and fruit into your diet, then juicing is a fast and highly recommended way to make sure your body is getting the daily goodness it needs. After all, increasing fruit and vegetable intake is often the most important step that I encourage clients to take to attain their ideal weight. But is it right for you? Let’s take a close look at the facts so you can make the choice that is right for you. The reason you would want to juice is to increase your fruit and vegetable intake. So let’s start with what that intake should be in the first place. Ideally you are consuming three fruit and five vegetable servings every day. A serving size is the size of your fist. Already doing that? Great! No reason to juice. It is always preferable to eat the whole produce in its natural form. That way you are also benefiting from the fibre that juicers discard with the pulp. Not quite there with the servings? Let’s move on. If you need to increase your daily produce consumption and find it difficult because of time, or you simply do not

Maintaining proper vitamins and nutrients is essential to healthy living

TO JUICE? enjoy broccoli, juicing is a great strategy. You can drink all sorts of things that are challenging to eat. Kale is a treat when pulverized alongside some lovely sweet berries. As a leaf, kale is a commitment, even after it has been bathed and massaged into semi submission. Two fists full of spinach, an apple, blueberries, goji berries, honey, almonds, flax and coconut water is a quick sip on your way to work that will have you feeling like a superhero. That same mix would be a feat to eat in the morning. Now you need a juicer. Prices range from $50 to over $600. This is where critical thinking skills must come into play. The more expensive versions can save the pulp for you to put into soups and baking. Second, would you actually use all the extra gadgets in the more expensive version? Do you already use your mix master, ab roller, treadmill, electric cheese grater/ cucumber slicer? If the answer is no, you may want to look for a simpler version. I am not big on cleaning multiple parts so I prefer to use a power blender with only two bits to clean and one of them doubles as the glass. A huge added benefit of using

a blender is that it keeps the fibre. That said, I have clients who swear by their super pricey styles and claim that they even selfclean! Purchasing your type of machine is a personal choice based on affordability and practicality. Just know that there are options so it is not necessary to break the bank, no matter how exceedingly convincing the infomercial may be. The most convincing reason to increase your fruit and vegetable intake, whether it be by biting and chewing or by drinking, is that your health depends on it. Our bodies require the vitamins and minerals that a range of fruits and vegetables provide. Will it help you to lose weight? Absolutely it will. When our bodies receive proper nutrients they function optimally. When our bodies function optimally, they settle at our ideal weight. But that’s not all! You will also receive a free boost of energy and a free radical fighter! If you buy into this now, you will get a lifetime supply of strength, vigor and glowing skin! Deciding to juice is a noble a worthy venture. The payoff is so great and quick that it will be an easy habit to keep. Enjoy the ride! ♦

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Top Juicing Tips For Healthier Living • Choose your juicer or blender wisely. Consider price and practicality. More expensive may not mean better. • Be sure to include fibre in your diet if your juicer extracts the pulp. • Buy a variety of fruits and vegetables to maximize your range of vitamins and minerals. This will speed up health benefits and weight loss. • Do not use fruits alone. The calories will add up too quickly. • If your juice is a meal replacement, be sure to keep it balanced by adding protein with nuts, yogurt, almond milk or peanut butter. • Cleansing your body by juicing only is not a good idea. It is better to add detoxifying juices to your diet. Your liver and kidneys will cleanse for you. • Losing weight by juicing only is not a good idea. It is better to add healthy juices to your diet to speed up metabolism. Fasting on juice can backfire. • Drink your juice or smoothie freshly made for optimal freshness and safety. Freezing pre-made smoothies is a good option if making fresh every day is not.

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Alana is a life coach, trainer, and freelance writer with an interest in holistic healing, metaphysics and learning. She specializes in working with women and women’s issues including weight management, relationships, work/life balance, career development and personal growth.

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SMOKE by Ian Hope

I smoked for 28 years and I finally did quit. But how? During that time I must have tried to quit a thousand times. In my mind each pack was my last explaining why I never did buy a whole carton. "What would I do with the other seven packs?" I reasoned. As well, I openly admitted I didn’t smoke because I enjoyed it, but instead smoked because I was hooked, or addicted… and I never let go of the intention and the hope that I would one day quit forever. It seemed like such an unreachable dream though! Like many smokers I always looked at the prospect of quitting somewhat forlornly, as if it would be like saying goodbye to an old friend or something enjoyable that I would no longer have in my life. The truth of course was that what entered my lungs was not a friend, nor bringing me pleasure or any other form of benefit. I wasn’t as much sucking on the filter, as the butt was sucking life from me and I could feel it every day.

What changed things was hearing one day about the simple concept of "choosing not to smoke." The wisdom in this went along the lines that one shouldn’t think of it as "quitting" but instead of simply "choosing not to smoke." When someone

"The truth of course was that what entered my lungs was not a friend." asks if you want a cigarette for example, instead of saying “no thanks I quit” which can make you feel the pressure of a commitment that you may not be able to keep, you simply say, “no thanks, I choose

not to smoke." Say it again… do you hear the difference in that? Your emphasis is not on any commitment or attempt to go "over the wall." Instead you have stated something that is now, at this moment, completely doable. How that worked for me is that I was about to go to a spring meeting in the mountains where I knew that I would be with a number of folks in a social situation, many of them smokers (it was the early 90’s). It was a five-day event and I had the mindset that I would choose not to smoke for those five days and see how that went. With nothing in my mind but a long list of the many positives that would come into my life by choosing not to smoke, I got through it without too much angst and then thought, "hey, that was pretty easy, let’s choose not to smoke for the next five days also." And so it went until 10 days became 20 and eventually 100 and 200. By now it’s been 22 years and I still tell people who offer me a smoke that "I choose not to smoke." 

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Change your mind set when it comes to cigarettes

H E A LT H Top 10 Reasons To Choose Not To Smoke 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

Live longer. Improve your health. Have more energy. Save a ton of money. Be more attractive to others. Breathe, smell and even taste better. 7. Reduce stress and facial lines. 8. Have more time in your day. 9. Provide a positive example. 10. Increase your confidence by feeling empowered.

As a leadership speaker and trainer, I always want to help people—it’s no different when it comes to smoking. When I get on an elevator with a smoker or get near them in a line-up at the coffee bar, I wish they could observe what others do about them. The smell or even stench of smoke in their hair and on their clothes is indescribable. This is so unfortunate for smokers since it subtracts from the attraction they could otherwise have. Dating is a clear example: most smokers would not reject out of hand dating a non-smoker but the reverse is certainly not true! Do smokers see that their date may note their kiss is like tasting an ash tray? It is a negative in the workplace as well. For example, I recently had my hair cut and styled by a hairdresser I had gone to for the

first time; and honestly, she reeked so bad of smoke that I barely got through the experience. She seemed unaware of how her habit was impacting her customers and her own career. It’s the same with virtually all other forms of employment. The simple fact is that most employers faced with choosing between an employee who smokes and one who doesn’t smoke will consistently choose the latter. Whether correct or not, their view is that non-smokers don’t take as many breaks or at least when they do break, the breaks are usually briefer. As well they expect non-smoking employees will experience fewer sick days while being more alert and energetic on the job. Sorry smokers, but that’s the way many employers see it. For me, I found it helpful to keep daily

track of the many benefits that were now coming into my life as a non-smoker. That included marking off the days, weeks and months since I had last smoked. I also ran a total of how much money I was saving as a result of my choice to not smoke. The numbers added up pretty fast and I was impressed when each time I looked at my results on a sheet of paper it added to my determination to continue the next day with my choice not to smoke. In closing I want to say that if you really do want to quit smoking, you will. If not this time, then next time or the time after that. The smokers who never quit seem to be those insisting they smoke because they enjoy it… yeah right. The main thing is to not give up on yourself. ♦

"The smell or even stench of smoke in their hair and on their clothes is indescribable." IAN HOPE

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magine hurtling down an urban ice track weaving through the streets of downtown Edmonton and the river valley at breakneck speeds of over 60 kilometres an hour while thousands cheer as you fly by, knowing that one wrong move could send you into a glorious crash... Well, you don't have to just imagine, as The City of Edmonton and Red Bull have teamed up to bring the grand finale of the 2015 Red Bull Crashed Ice to our city on March 14, and you may even have the chance to take part! ď&#x201A;&#x2020;

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James Jackson of Edmonton Tourism. Red Bull says that bringing Crashed Ice to the city of Edmonton is an exciting end to the 2015 season. The season finale stop is consistently renowned as the most iconic of the circuit and Edmonton's will feature the longest track of the entire 2015 season. Other stops prior to Edmonton include: Saint Paul, Minnesota (Jan. 24); Helsinki, Finland (Feb. 7); and Belfast, Northern Ireland (Feb. 21). "As the sport of Ice Cross Downhill grows, it's very exciting to expose Red Bull Crashed Ice to a new audience in Western Canada," says Christian Papillon, Ice Cross Downhill Sport Director. "The city offers a perfect urban backdrop. I can tell you that Edmonton's final showdown will have the most impressive and challenging track of the season." As the event is completely free to attend, organizers expect tens of thousands of people from all over the world to come and enjoy Crashed Ice and the general party atmosphere of downtown during this worldclass event. "In Quebec City last year, they saw roughly 100,000 people come to enjoy Red Bull Crashed Ice. I have a feeling Edmontonians will come through with flying colours," says Jackson, adding that past Red Bull Crashed Ice events have brought in significant and positive economic impacts for previous host cities. "Red Bull Crashed Ice, and all the other incredible sport and cultural events our community hosts have already put us on the map. We have a historic and well respected

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history of ice hockey and hospitality, not to mention a renowned event hosting capacity." said Jackson. Even though competitors come from around the world for Red Bull Crashed Ice, fearless local male and female athletes also have a chance to participate. If you feel like you have the right mix of strength, speed, stamina and courage, then Red Bull is inviting 200 male and 20 female athletes per qualifying city to participate in the Edmonton qualifier on January 31 (registration closes Jan. 23). If more than 200 men and 20 women register, then a lottery will be held to see who will be

randomly selected for time trials. As for the "professionals" competing in Edmonton, two Canadian athletes currently hold top 10 spots in the sport of Ice Cross Downhill. Scott Croxall (Ontario) sits at second place, trailing only Marco Dallago of Austria. Scott’s older brother, Kyle, a resident of Calgary, currently sits in ninth place overall and will have the coveted opportunity to battle on his home turf this season. According to Red Bull, they are expecting the event to be one of the best yet in the history of the sport. "Edmonton has a longstanding history

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Taylor Hatala is just like every other 11-year-old girl. She still loves playing with Barbie's and her little sister Resse, going to school and birthday parties, shopping and hanging out with friends. Like every other tween girl that is, until the music starts pumping and all of a sudden a superstar in the making shines through. With lightening fast and unique Hip-Hop moves, Taylor transforms from a quiet, polite youngster to a girl possessed by urban beats and rhythms, and most of all, pure happiness. ď&#x201A;&#x2020;

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nd that love for dance and music has caught the world by storm. Within the last few months, the Sherwood Park student has gone from being loved by family and friends, to being loved by tens of millions of people after a video of Taylor dancing to Annaconda went viral.

Within minutes of the video being uploaded to Youtube (now at almost 12 million views), father Chad says that he got a call from Taylor's choreographer and mentor Alex Chung, who said that social media was starting to explode. They agreed to meet to discuss the sudden explosion, and Alex told Chad that he wouldn't be surprised if The Ellen DeGeneres Show called. "Within 30 seconds of Alex saying that, we got an email from Ellen. It was unbelievable. And within 24 hours, every major talk show in the States had contacted us," says Chad. Since then, Taylor's total views for her videos have reached almost 30 million worldwide and growing by the day, with non-stop requests for interviews, appearances, proposals for TV show auditions, music videos and more, proving that she is more than just a viral sensation. "It still feels like I am dreaming. It just doesn't seem and feel like real life," says Taylor about her sudden success. "I came home from the Ellen trip and everyone was so supportive. My whole class held this huge party for me and I think it just hit me then," she adds.

"IT STILL FEELS LIKE I AM DREAMING. IT JUST DOESN'T SEEM AND FEEL LIKE REAL LIFE."

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Taylor is also broadening her entertainment talents by taking on acting and singing classes, as the Hatalas have realized from their time in LA that producers are always looking for that "triple threat" of someone who can sing, act and dance. But all of this success wouldn't be possible

She also adds that there are many people in the world who inspire her to follow her dreams. "It's seeing all the other [dance] students and choreographers that are so motivated too, that it just pushes me. But even if it's an artist or a singer, when I see how passionate they

"I FEEL SO GRATEFUL AND THANKFUL FOR THE PEOPLE AROUND ME." without all of Taylor's hard work (with minimum practice of four hours a day, seven days a week and weekly trips to Los Angeles) and the support she has from her family, friends, fellow dancers, choreographers and more. "I feel so grateful and thankful for the people around me. If I didn't have those people around me make those great videos happen or to support me, then I wouldn't have the exposure that I do," says Taylor.

are about their craft, then that inspires me to reach the heights that they have," she says. As for what's next for Taylor and family? "I'm just really excited and curious," says Taylor. "But I remember we were walking down a street in LA and there was a fortune teller. My mom asked me if I wanted to go inside and I said 'nope.' I just want to leave the future to do its own thing and not know what the future holds." â&#x2122;Ś

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"I was super nervous, but also very excited, so it was a big mixture of emotions," Taylor says of her Ellen appearance. "But I knew this was a once in a lifetime opportunity, so I just wanted to enjoy myself. Then all my nerves went away when the crowd started dancing." Having tried out sports like soccer and horseback riding, Taylor says she "just wasn't any good at any of them." Her mom Theresa was already a trained dancer, so her parents suggested that she take it up too. "It came very naturally for me. At first I really liked it, then I loved it, and then I couldn't live without it!" says Taylor. While she started with more of the classical dance genres, she discovered her love for Hip-Hop dancing around age six. "When I started Hip-Hop, it just felt different and it made me want to dance even more than I did before. It just brings out something in me like nothing in this world does," says Taylor. After the first Ellen appearance, Taylor has launched her own YouTube Channel and calls have come in to try out for a new Nickelodeon series, various music videos, a YTV dance tutorial, a spot at The Pulse Teacher Workshop, appearances on television shows across Canada and the US, as well as a second appearance on Ellen in mid-December, in which the host admired how Taylor's first appearance on her show had already received more than eight million views.

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POINTS FOR POWER PARENTING

by Dr. Ganz Ferrance

Reduce Your Stress and Build Happier Kids

Parenting can be both the most difficult thing you have ever done and, at the same time, the most rewarding. The whole endeavor would be so much easier if they slid you the “owner’s manual” when you got to take your little bundle of joy home from the hospital. If you misplaced yours, like I did, here are five points that can make your life a lot easier and give your kids the start in life they deserve.

Five Parenting Tips to Remember 1. Do your best—let go of the rest. 2. Have a philosophy and a goal to organize your parenting plan. 3. Show lots of love and lots of discipline. 4. All the adults play (hopefully as a team). 5. Remember, you’re in charge!

"Your home needs to be a miniature version of how society functions."

1. DO YOUR BEST – LET GO OF THE REST. I know this first one sounds kind of cheesy, but it’s actually true. The last thing your kid needs is an uptight mom or dad who’s so afraid to make a mistake that they’re no fun to be around. Parenting is an extremely important job, but you don’t have to be perfect to be a good at it. Actually, when you screw up you have an opportunity to make your kid stronger while building a better relationship with them—all at the same time. How it works is like this: when you mess things up (try to change your baby when she’s hungry; misjudge your teen when he’s being honest; etc.) your child’s brain goes into a bit of chaos and the relationship is strained. However, when you take responsibility for messing things up, apologize, and fix it, you actually build trust in you and in the relationship. Your child’s brain also comes out of chaos and establishes stability at a higher order of organization. This is nature’s way of protecting both you and your kid from the natural screwups that all parents do. So the take away here is you can let yourself off the hook. Don’t stress out—just do your best and make it right when you mess up.

2. HAVE A PHILOSOPHY AND A GOAL TO ORGANIZE YOUR PARENTING PLAN. Any trip is way easier when you have a good idea about where you’re going. A clear understanding of what you want to accomplish as a parent is like having destination when you’re travelling. The whole point of parenting is to create healthy, happy, successful, responsible members of society before you release them into the wild. What this means then is that, over the 18 or so years you have them, they have to learn how to look after themselves and figure out how the world works. Your home needs to be a miniature version of how society functions. That means the positive and negative consequences that happen for you when you’re walking around in life also need to be reflected for your kids in your home. If you don’t want your kids to be rude to their boss and get fired when they are on their own – then you can’t tolerate them being rude to you. 3. SHOW LOTS OF LOVE AND LOTS OF DISCIPLINE. Many parents have probably heard that you need to balance between love and WELLNESS | WINTER 2015

mother doesn’t agree with me, so I guess we’re doing it her way, again” complete with eye rolls. Anyone can all be either too hard or too soft at different times. When you go back you will have a more appropriate response that actually builds the relationship (remember point #1) and your credibility as a parent. Sometimes it’s not possible for all the adults to be on the same page—like in a shared custody situation. If the parent or parents on the other side don’t support your program you can still provide consistency to your kids when they’re in your home. Let them know that the rules of the other house should be followed when they’re there but the rules in this house need to be followed when they’re here. When you can support the adults and the other home, even when you don’t agree, you make it much less confusing for the kids and provide them with much needed stability and balance. You also end up being someone they can count on to be reasonable and therefore trustworthy.

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5. REMEMBER THAT YOU’RE THE ONE IN CHARGE. Your kids don’t have to give you the authority or the respect you deserve—it’s already yours. When you remember this and step fully into your leadership role you give your kids the confidence, safety, and happiness they deserve. You end up having more fun too. ♦

Resources Hold On To Your Kids. Gordon Neufeld and Gabore Mate Power Parenting (CD). Dr. Ganz Ferrance Parenting From the Inside out. Daniel Siegel

PH.D., R. PSYCH.

“Dr. Ganz” is an international speaker, author, entrepreneur, and award-winning psychologist. His straight-forward and humorous style has made him a sought-after coach, speaker and media favorite. He is been helping individuals, families and organize a chance have greater success and more satisfying lives for over 20 years. www.DrGanzFerrance.com

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discipline in order to be a good parent. Unfortunately, that’s not really how it works. You actually need lots of love AND lots of discipline to be effective. You need to have unwavering and unconditional acceptance for who your child is (their “being”) regardless of their behavior. At the same time, you also need to have very clear rules and consequences for what they do (their “behavior”). Both these things need to be communicated consistently in your words, actions and attitudes. An example would be, “Little Johnny or Susie, I love you. There’s nothing that you can do to make that change. Because I love you I also have these rules for how you act so that you can learn how to function on your own one day. I also love you enough to always follow through on the consequences we talked about when you don’t follow the rules.”

4. ALL THE ADULTS PLAY (HOPEFULLY AS A TEAM). Consistency is extremely important to kids. That means that whatever rules you set up you have to be willing and able to follow through all the time. It also means that all the adults involved with the kids should back each other up as much as possible. When you “throw your partner under the bus” you undermine their authority but also your own—and you confuse your kids in the process. Except in the case of abuse or other unacceptable behavior, support your partner’s decision in front of kids. If there’s an issue, go somewhere private and discuss things until you both can agree on a course of action. If something needs to be changed the parents who originally dealt with the kids presents the change to the children. For example: “We talked it over and we think this is a better way to go” rather than "Your

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Six surprising ways that your gut health can affect your chances of reproduction by Rose Yewchuk

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Most people don’t realize that there is a strong connection between gastrointestinal health and fertility. This is because the health of the gut affects the reproductive system in many subtle ways. The obvious signs of digestive problems include constipation, diarrhea, heartburn or acid reflux, abdominal bloating, sharp or dull abdominal pains, gas, and urinary irritation. But many other symptoms show up when the gut isn’t working properly, including chronic sinus, ear, or vaginal infections; joint pain; headaches; foggy thinking; fatigue; and mood disturbances. All of the systems of the body are interconnected, and subfertility or infertility can definitely be related to gut issues as well.

Here are six ways that gut problems can cause a decline in fertility:

1. Poor nutrient absorption: If your gut isn't working properly, then you won’t be able to fully digest your food or absorb all of the nutrients from it. You can end up with nutritional deficiencies because your body can’t fully process the food you’re consuming. This can adversely impact many systems of your body, including your immune system, your liver, and your reproductive system, because of shortages of the trace minerals and vitamins needed to support those intricate processes.

"Gluten in particular can be correlated with reduced fertility."

2. Suboptimal hormone production: A significant part of the body’s hormone production actually happens in the gut. If there are shortages of nutrients due to malabsorption, then the body will be lacking the building blocks needed to make those hormones. Furthermore, if the endocrine cells in the gut are damaged, then they can’t do their job of producing hormones, including reproductive hormones. Moods are also affected since the gut cells manufacture many key neurotransmitters. 3. Toxic buildup: The digestive system is designed to eliminate wastes fairly quickly, so that they don’t linger in

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4. Leaky gut syndrome: When healthy, the intestines are coated with a protective mucus membrane that only allows very small pre-digested molecules to pass through the intestinal walls into the bloodstream. When the gut is chronically irritated, as in the case of food allergies or conditions such as celiac disease or inflammatory bowel disease, the protective barrier gets eroded and large food molecules get through to the bloodstream when they shouldn’t. This can lead to chronic inflammation in and around the gut as the immune system attacks these foreign substances that shouldn’t be passing through to the blood stream. This puts the immune system on a constant state of high alert, which isn’t conducive to fertility, since the body’s resources are diverted away from reproduction to deal with the ongoing threat of invasion, thereby compromising hormone balance and the quality of sperm and egg production. 5. Food allergies or intolerances: It’s a chicken-or-the-egg situation with food intolerances and a leaky gut, since these conditions are related and can exacerbate one another. Allergic foods contribute to inflammation in the gut, which damages the gut lining and creates those ‘leaks.’ Similarly, a leaky gut causes undigested food molecules to get into the bloodstream, which stimulates the immune system and can create a chronic allergic reaction to that food due to prolonged exposure. Gluten in particular can be correlated with reduced fertility because

Recommendations For Gut Health: • Chew every bite of food thoroughly. This pre-digests your food and cues your gut to release the right digestive enzymes to process what you’re eating. It also makes meals a more calming experience. • Drink the recommended eight glasses of water a day. Chlorine is toxic to the healthy bacteria in your gut so if you drink tap water, make sure to filter it. • Follow a nourishing whole foods diet that emphasizes fresh fruit and vegetables, whole grains and legumes, and healthy meats and fish. Choose organic produce and free-range, organic, antibiotic-free meats wherever possible. • Replenish healthy gut bacteria by taking probiotics or eating unpasteurized traditionally fermented foods like sauerkraut, yogurt, kefir, or kombucha. • A hearty daily fibre intake keeps your digestion running smoothly. The proverbial “apple a day” provides soluble fibre, and ground flax or psyllium husk added to smoothies can help cleanse the colon. • Trust your gut and notice your reactions to foods. If something doesn’t sit well with you, pay attention, even if the reaction is subtle. • Often, your allergic foods are the ones that you are addicted to. Do you have a favourite food, something you could never give up and would drive through a snowstorm to get? If so, this could be a red flag for a toxic food addiction. • Remove foods from your diet that harm the gut or feed the bad bacteria. These include anti-nutrients such as refined sugar, refined flours, alcohol, trans fats, caffeine, and artificial sweeteners, and all of your personal allergenic foods. • If you do need to take antibiotics for any reason, be sure to replenish your gut flora by taking probiotics and consuming traditionally fermented foods.

gluten can suppress thyroid function, and undiagnosed thyroid issues frequently show up in cases of so-called “unexplained” infertility. 6. Dysbiosis: Did you know that there are 10 times more bacteria in the human body than there are human cells? Our bodies operate in a symbiotic partnership with healthy bacteria. The microflora in the gut can help digest food, synthesize nutrients, break down toxins, improve immune function, and protect us from dangerous or infectious microorganisms. If the healthy bacteria in the gut are compromised or overwhelmed by harmful bacteria, this leads to a state of microbial

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imbalance or dysbiosis. This imbalance can affect the entire body. Where reproductive health is concerned, vaginal flora keeps the pH balance in the vagina at a healthy level and helps ward off infections from yeast and other pathogens. Frequent vaginal infections, bladder infections, or cervical inflammation can be a sign that the body’s microbes are out of balance. It’s important for women to address this before giving birth, since recent research shows that a vaginal birth inoculates a baby’s immune system and digestive system with microbes that will affect that child’s health for decades to come. ♦

| BA, MA, HRHP |

Rose Yewchuk has been teaching workshops on Fertility Awareness for the past 14 years, maintains an Edmonton-based holistic health practice with Justisse Healthworks for Women, and is a facilitator of the Fertility Awareness Charting Circle.

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the body. Healthy bowels should move after every meal, so constipation is a cause for concern, particularly if bowel movements aren’t occurring daily. If the gut is sluggish, then the wastes held in the colon for extended periods of time can result in toxins being reabsorbed into the bloodstream. When wastes accumulate without being excreted, this creates a drain on all systems of the body.

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Comfortably

HEALTHY by Jan Hostyn

SOUPS, CHILIES AND STEWS ARE MORE THAN JUST COMFORT FOOD

We’ve successfully made it through another holiday season. Even though some of us may be feeling a bit worse for wear (slightly more sluggish and a wee bit rounder, perhaps), my guess is that it was completely worth it: deprivation is simply not part of the celebratory spirit. Food, fun and festivities go hand in hand. But now that the celebrations are over, it's time to get back eating or even introducing healthier beans, lentils and grains into your diet with tasty, hearty and warming soups for the cold winter weeks ahead. Chan also urges us to be creative. Beans “A healthy diet is about moderation, not and lentils are loaded with protein, fibre and deprivation,” reports Dr. Catherine Chan, professor of Human Nutrition at the University nutrients, so try tossing chickpeas into salads and puréed lentils into muffins. of Alberta and co-author of Pure Prairie “My mom never made soup from a Eating Plan. “If you feel like you’re deprived, recipe. She just saved up every leftover any diet is hard to sustain. veggie, threw them all into a pot and saw “Healthy eating is about eating a variety of what happened.” foods from all the food groups and trying to And since time is always a concern, don’t focus on foods that don’t include too much be scared to use convenience products. of things like salt, sugar, fat and calories. It’s Frozen veggies, pre-cooked chicken and more about food than weight loss.” canned beans are all good options – just The Pure Prairie Eating Plan takes the basics of the Mediterranean diet (lots of fruits, read labels and be aware that you might have to make minor adjustments (like rinsing vegetables, fish and whole grains, plus a canned beans to remove extra sodium). splash or two of olive oil) and puts a uniquely “Nutrition advice changes a lot over prairie twist on things by focusing on foods time, but everyone agrees that eating more that are grown here on the prairies. Think fruits and vegetables is a good thing,” beef, canola oil, beans and lentils, and a says Chan. “But we’re not saying not to variety of grains, fruits and veggies. eat snacks or desserts. Just think about “We know eating at home is healthier. The healthier options – if you love ice cream, try good news is it doesn’t have to be hard,” frozen yogurt instead. explains Chan. “Start simple with time-saving “We need to recognize that the food we dishes that you can make in big batches: raise is healthy when it out comes out of the things like chili, soups and stews. They’re a ground; we just have to be mindful about perfect way to get more veggies into your how we prepare it.” ♦ diet, and you’ll have a lot of leftovers.” 44

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• High in protein and low in fat, pulses are a rich source of • Pulses include dried peas, beans, lentils and chickpeas. fibre, folate, iron, potassium, and many other vitamins and Alberta farmers grow about 20 per cent of Canada’s dried minerals. Pulses may help control blood sugars for type 2 peas, beans, lentils, and chickpeas. diabetics and help control blood cholesterol levels. Pulses are • You can use pulses in salads and soups, or they can be also an important meat alternative for vegetarians and can be puréed or used whole in appetizers, main dishes, side dishes, included in a gluten-free diet. and baked foods. Canned beans, lentils, and chickpeas • Alberta Pulse offers easy and delicious pulse recipes that can be drained and rinsed to add to salads, soups, and, of will show you that pulses aren’t just good for you; they course, chili. also taste surprisingly good. Visit pulse.ab.ca for recipes, cooking tips, and more.

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Vegetarian

Chili Chowder by Jan Hostyn

This chili is so full of flavour, filling, and comforting you won’t even guess that this it's vegetarian Serves 4 – serving size approximately 1 ½ cups (375 mL) INGREDIENTS: Canola oil cooking spray ¼ cup onion 1 tbsp jalapeno pepper ribs and seeds removed, chopped ¼ cup celery, chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 2 tsp chili powder ½ tsp ground cumin ½ tsp smoked paprika 1 tsp dried mustard

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1 cup no-added-salt diced tomatoes, undrained ½ cup no-added-salt tomato sauce 1 tbsp white wine vinegar 1 cup great northern or pinto beans, drained and rinsed ½ cup corn kernels, fresh, frozen or canned (drained) ½ cup carrots, diced ½ cup low-sodium vegetable broth

DIRECTIONS: 1. Lightly spray non-stick medium sauce pan with canola oil spray. Heat saucepan. 2. Cook onion, jalapeno pepper, celery and garlic for 2-3 minutes or until softened. Add spices, cook, stirring for 1 minute. Add tomatoes, vinegar, beans, potatoes, corn, carrots and vegetable stock; bring to boil. 3. Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are tender and chowder has thickened. Season with pepper and chipotle chili if desired. 4. For added zing, add 1-2 mL (1/4 – 1/2 tsp) Tabasco sauce.

Pinch chipotle chili pepper Dash freshly ground pepper Dash Tabasco sauce (optional)

NOTES: Per serving: 281 kcal, 2g fat, 0.2 g saturated fat, 56 g carbohydrate, 7 g fibre, 12 g protein. Recipe courtesy of Pure Prairie Eating Plan

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Succeeding in the restaurant business takes expertise, understanding, and a strong support structure.

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Open since 2009,The Common began as a small lounge on 124th street and then grew into the new 109th street location. Seen by regular patrons as a warm and welcoming space where vintage meets modern décor, customers will regularly find DJs playing music to add to the mood from vinyl funk, to soul and classics. The Common is a comfortable space for adults looking for a great downtown location for after work drinks, first dates, dinner with parents or even some great downtown nightlife and people watching. With a new winter menu recently launched, The Common provides warming and comforting food that utilizes local ingredients from harvest to plate. "As it gets cold outside I cook foods that bring about feelings of warmth through the senses. Be it the steam that rolls off the salmon dish, or the smell of warm apples and cinnamon for dessert, I cook my menu like how you remember foods as a child. I also took a different approach to the plating and sought out old vintage china— something that grandma would break out for special occasions," says Executive Chef Jesse Morrison-Gauthier. In seeking inspiration for the new winter menu, Chef Morrison-Gauthier looked

to his culinary roots and a recent get together with family. "I made supper for everyone and what I cooked was a family meal. Nothing pretentious or overly impressive, I just wanted things to taste amazing and comforting. Food brings people together and more than ever this experience gave me a genuine inspiration," says Morrison-Gauthier. Described as a twist on classic and contemporary dishes and food pairings while in a modern gastro pub setting,The Common has entrees for under $20 but has the same quality and attention to detail as you would find at any fine dining establishment. Some new items on the menu include Earth Chips with Roasted Onion Dip; a Roasted Salmon with Pears, Root Vegetables and Lentils; a Spaghetti Squash Pasta with Brussel Sprout Leaves, Pine Nuts and Feta and a new favorite; the Earl Grey Crème Brulee with Shortbread and Persimmon Marmalade. Some of the favourites for customers include their Chicken and Waffles; Braised Beef Short Rib and Risotto; and the Jackson Steak Salad, which includes a grilled head of romaine lettuce with roasted hanger steak, artichokes and blue cheese.

A graduate of the Baking Program at NAIT and the Art Institute of Vancouver Culinary Program, Chef Morrison-Gauthier describes his style of cooking as creative but forwardly flavourful, and he is often inspired by organic, raw foods, and sees the menu as part of a larger culinary collection aimed to delight palates of all kinds. Check out The Common and it's new Winter Menu to be sure of a great night out in a great environment!

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TOP TAKE YOUR TRAINING TO THE NEXT LEVEL If you like analytics, there are so many great apps that you can download to any phone to help you track your training and keep you motivated. They provide great data like speed, distance and time and can act like your virtual coach or training partner. If you haven’t tried any of these before, here are a few great free apps that could help you in your training.

FREE RUNNING APPS APP: RunKeeper - GPS Running, Walk, Cycling, Workout and Weight Tracker Track your pace, measure workout distance, chart weight loss, crush training goals and more with LifeHacker’s 2012 Best Running App! RunKeeper is the simplest way to improve fitness, whether you’re just deciding to get off the couch for a 5k, biking every day, or deep into marathon training.

APP: C25K - 5K Trainer FREE (Go from Couch Potato to Running the 5K) The OFFICIAL C25K (Couch to 5K) program. You alternate between walking and running until you build strength. This app is designed for people who are just taking up running. It provides you with an eightweek long plan, with workouts three times a week, ideally with breaks between days. Each workout session is from 30-40 minutes long (including five minutes warm up and five minutes cool down). This is the only 5K training app to be partners with MyFitnessPal for seamless.

APP: Nike+ Running Whether you’re a beginner or training for your tenth marathon, keep track of your running progress with this popular GPS-powered app. Log your stats including time, pace, and distance, and get realtime audio feedback so you can keep your eyes on the road. Listen to friends cheering you on through Facebook while you run. If your energy is lagging, a Powersong provides an instant boost. Share your progress with the Nike+ running community and invite friends to race in a custom challenge.

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APP: Runmeter GPS Pedometer Run, Cycle, Walk, Jog & Interval Training

Runmeter is designed for those who love loads of data. It records and stores a wealth of running stats including time, distance, pace, elevation, and even weather. The app syncs with Google Maps for detailed terrain and traffic info so you know what to expect on your route. Track your progress visually with cool charts, graphs, calendars, and maps. Unlike apps that interface with a website, Runmeter stores your running history right within the mobile app. Compete against yourself or against other runners by importing friends’ stats. And if that’s not enough, an elite upgrade has many extra features for $4.99.

APP: Runtastic Map and monitor your runs with this feature-rich personal training app. Runtastic keeps a detailed log of your progress with route maps. It also graphs results, including heart rate, distance, speed, and elevation. Set goals and upload your progress to the Runtastic website, where you can join an online community of runners to get tips and challenge each other. Make your run even more social by photographing and geotagging cool sights on your route. You can also get cheered on by Facebook friends as you run. Weather and sunlight data helps you pick the best time for a run. Enter postworkout info to record your mood and rehydrate properly.

APP: Run with Map My Run - GPS Run, Walk, Tracker and Calorie Counter As the name aptly implies, MapMyRun does exactly what it says: it maps and records your run. The app conveniently informs you of how long you’ve been running and your pace as you go along, and once you finish, you can save and share your for comparison with later run times. The app also counts the amount of calories you burn and charts your elevation profile in addition to keeping track of your diet, all while retaining access to your iPhone’s music catalog and incoming phone calls.

APP: Endomondo – GPS Run, Cycle, Walk, Tracker & Personal Coach

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Based on the premise that “when something’s fun, you’re more likely to do it,” Endomondo aims to make any type of fitness social and enjoyable. Start off with a fitness test, then let the app help you create a training plan and set personal goals. Endomodo tracks distance, calories burned, and degree of improvement for every workout. Friendly audio alerts let you know if you’re lagging or setting a personal best while you exercise. Share your progress with a global online community and cheer on others. A premium version comes with expanded features.

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Hawaii's

Aulani Disney Resort and Spa offers something for visitors of all ages

by Wellness Staff

Magi

When one thinks about Disney, they automatically instill images of the famous south Florida's Disneyworld or California's Disneyland. But a little known yet fabulous slice of the magical kingdom beckons guests of every age to find the Hawaiian Disney vacation of their dreams at the beautiful Aulani Disney Resort and Spa at Ouha, Hawaii. In beautiful and relaxing surroundings infused with the stories and surprises of Hawaii, visitors will discover whatever they hope to find in the islands: adventure, romance, tradition and fun. Overlooking a beautiful beachfront lagoon less than an hour from Waikiki on Oahu, Aulani has been imaginatively designed to embrace time-honored Hawaiian traditions, inviting dreamers from everywhere to savor their time together. From the moment guests arrive at the resort, they will be enchanted by unique surroundings that pay tribute to the authentic arts of Hawaii and the melding of earth and architecture in one special place. And with Disney magic sprinkled throughout, guests will encounter a vacation paradise uniquely designed for families. Each day of their stay, Aulani Guests will be able to customize their experiences – relaxing on the beach or in the Laniwai Spa, splashing through the pools and water play areas of the Waikolohe Valley, or discovering the island on specially planned excursions. Among the 52

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"Aulani draws families into fun experiences that bring everyone together." unique experiences at Aulani are the Fireside Mo’olelo for storytelling (mo’olelo is the Hawaiian word for story), and spotting statues of Menehune (the legendary island little people known to accomplish marvelous feats of construction), hidden throughout the resort. OHANA MEANS FAMILY With that special magic only Disney can provide, Aulani draws families into fun experiences that bring everyone together, from movie nights under the stars to explorations of the Menehune Adventure Trail. Families can enjoy lei making, hula dancing and learning a Hawaiian sunset chant, all under the guidance of local artists and guides. At night, the beachside fire pit comes to life as storytellers speak and sing ancient tales of the islands. The creators of Aulani knew that some guests would like to explore beyond the resort, too. Excursions can be booked to sail

aboard catamarans, ride horseback, kayak through protected islets, and more. Many excursions are specially designed for Aulani guests and feature knowledgeable and friendly Adventure Guides. Hotel rooms and Disney Vacation Club villas have been thoughtfully planned to cater to the needs of a family vacation, with refrigerators, flat panel televisions and wireless Internet access. Guests will want to look for the hidden Mickeys. Moms and dads don’t have to worry about kids setting down wet glasses; it won’t affect the already “distressed” look of tables inspired by traditional Hawaiian craftsmanship. FOR ALL AGES Aulani has special fun, excitement and vacation relaxation for adults and teens. They can start the day with beachside yoga that rejuvenates the soul, then rent a private poolside cabana offering unique amenities WELLNESS | WINTER 2015

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and world-class Disney service. Active adults and teens may prefer Aulani recreation programs. For evening relaxation, sunsetfacing hot tubs beckon. Also enticing is Laniwai, a Disney Spa. For adults, Laniwai is a haven of tranquility in 18,000 square feet of space, with 15 treatment rooms, a fitness center and the 5,000-square-foot outdoor Kula Wai hydrotherapy garden, the only one of its kind on Oahu. For teens there is Painted Sky, a spa specially designed just for them with a yogurt bar, computer access, mixology station and a menu of treatments. Romantic dinners can be enjoyed away from the little ones in the beachside ‘AMA’AMA restaurant or Off The Hook lounge. Guests

will savor the local flavors with fresh fish and cuisine grown by local farmers. Couples may want to complete their day with a sunset celebration or stroll along the ocean’s edge. AUNTY KNOWS BEST Children – known as keiki in Hawaii – can leave their elders and their flip-flops at the door as they enter the cozy world of Aunty’s Beach House, a signature Disney kids’ club. Aunty is related by affection rather than by blood or adoption and her house generally is considered one of the best and safest hang-out spots. She and uncle always have a lot of stories to share about the old days when she was a keiki, and she knows a lot about modern day kids, too. Younger guests will learn the hula, create Hawaiian arts and crafts, play games with favorite Disney characters and enjoy a laid-back movie afternoon when it “rains.” Aunty’s Beach House is designed for children ages 3 to 12. Special tween programs also are offered through Aunty’s Beach House. When the mischievous waters call, tweens to toddlers will find themselves drawn to the Waikolohe Stream and the Menehune Bridge. They won’t be able to resist the lure of the Waikolohe Valley water slides and a float down twisting Waikolohe Stream on an inner tube. The enchanting Menehune Bridge invites children of all ages to search for the mysterious little builders hidden within this delightful structure. ♦

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Aulani opened in August of 2011 and sits on 21 acres of beautiful oceanfront in Ko Olina, adjacent to a nine-acre, crystal-blue lagoon and white-sand beach. Ko Olina is about 25 kilometres from Honolulu International Airport and approximately 30 minutes from Waikiki. Uniquely designed for families and inspired by the wonders and traditions of Hawaii, Aulani is a family paradise with a touch of magic. Aulani offers kids, adults and families Hawaiian vacation experiences with a special magic that only Disney can create. Delightful rooms and spacious Disney Vacation Club villas, a perfect location on a beautiful beachfront lagoon, and renowned Disney service and enchanting entertainment let dreamers of every age savor their time together on Hawaii as never before.

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Festival of Trees raises $1 million towards new brain injury technology

Festival OF HOPE!

A Christmas tradition in Edmonton since 1984, the Festival of Trees, in support of the University Hospital Foundation, was once again a glorious success this year. In the 29 years the event has been held, more than $17.5 million has been raised for the University of Alberta Hospital, including an amazing $1 million this year alone! This year's focus was on brain injuries, which is why the University Hospital Foundation is putting money raised towards the purchase of a Gamma Knife, a non-invasive technology that enables surgeons to perform delicate brain procedures without making an incision. With this technology, patients will be able to return to their daily lives almost immediately after treatment. Well done to the organizers, sponsors and donors!

ABOVE: Landmark Lodge, the Festival display recognizing Festival's overall presenting sponsor. 1) Dr. Deer, Festival's beloved mascot 2) The University of Alberta Hospital's Neurosurgeons at Gala (the cause for the 2014 Festival was Gamma Knife) 3) Reza Nasseri ( Landmark CEO, overall Presenting Sponsor of Festival) (left) with his wife Sylvia, Edmonton Mayor Don Iveson with his wife Sarah. 4) Stephen Mandel, Alberta Health Minister; Donna Zazulak, Chair, 2014 Festival of Trees & WELLNESS Publisher; Kim Wheaton, Chair, University Hospital Foundation Board of Trustees. 5) Festival Volunteers, and winners of the 2014 Audrey Greenough Awardâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Joan Faulkner (left) and Norma Skujins 6) Reza Nasseri (Landmark CEO, Overall Presenting Sponsor of Festival), Minister Mandel, Jim Brown (Creekwood Chappele, Santa's Breakfast Presenting Sponsor), Irv Kipnes 7) Minister Mandel with Jim and Monica Brown, of Jatec (Gala presenting sponsor).

Photos provided by the University Hospital Foundation

WELLNESS | WINTER 2015

You’ve wished, waited, and wondered.

SnowDays is here.

AD SnowDays is coming, and boy, are you in for a real Rocky Mountain treat. This annual festival has all the bells and whistles needed to embrace winter, inspire the family and make you wish you had all day to frolic in the snow. Held in Banff National Park for an entire month, you can hit up mid-week and weekend events that combine history, culture and cutting edge winter action that can’t be found anywhere else. You’ll wish it were winter all year long. We certainly do. So bring your friends, bring your family and bring your camera. It’s time to take a SnowDay. You’ve earned it.

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