Weighted blankets contain a new technology that is designed to be therapeutic. Pressure from the extra weight is intended to mimic a therapeutic technique called deep pressure stimulation. This kind of stimulation uses hands-on pressure to relax the nervous system. It can help relieve pain, lessen anxiety, and improve your mood. Achieving this effect doesn’t have to be completely hands on – the same pressure comes from having the blanket wrapped around the body. This kind of stimulation has proven to be an effective part of other treatments, including massage therapy and the use of support animals. But are weighted blankets effective? And what is the science behind them?

Science of Weighted Blankets

Filled with hypoallergenic, non-toxic polypropylene pellets that are sewn into self-contained small pockets evenly distributed throughout the blanket, pellets are what make the blanket heavy. Each blanket should generally be around 10 percent of the user’s weight. This weighty technology can weigh between five and 30 pounds.  According to the site MoneyPug, which is used to find medical insurance, you can find a medical equipment provider who will help you find these blankets. The soothing, calming comforts of a regular blanket are combined with a therapy tool. It depends a lot on the person, their body, and their condition. Weighted blankets can really help some people but don’t do much for others.

Who Benefits from a Weighted Blanket?

Researchers have conducted studies on the effectiveness of weighted blankets for various conditions. Although more research is needed, the results have indicated benefits for a few ailments. First, weighted blankets can help people with autism.

One of the symptoms of autism is trouble sleeping. In a crossover study from 2014, researchers investigated the effectiveness of weighted blankets for issues with sleep related to it. There was a little improvement in sleep scores from the use of the weighted blanket. Both children and adults can be helped by this. Another small research study found that the positive benefits of deep pressure therapy in some people with autism.

Another condition that can be greatly helped by weighted blankets is anxiety. It is actually one of the primary uses of weighted blankets. Research shows that deep pressure stimulation can help reduce autonomic arousal, which is responsible for symptoms of anxiety such as increased heart rate. The study found that using a weighted blanket reduced anxiety in roughly 33 percent of the participants. It also showed that for some of the study participants, lying down may also have helped reduce anxiety, suggesting that using a weighted blanket while lying down may further help reduce anxiety symptoms.

Furthermore, a person's focus, attention, and hyperactive movements can be improved upon with use of this weighty technology. A study found promising results for participants who used a weighted vest during a continuous performance test. These patients experienced reductions in drifting off-task, leaving their seat, and fidgeting.

Finally, insomnia and other sleep disorders can be helped by weighted blankets. In a crossover study, both autism and ADHD patients said they reduced sleep onset time and number of awakenings at night. Overall, weighted blankets can help people sleep.

Brands of Weighted Blankets

There are many types of weighted blankets. The Mosaic brand carries a full line of weighted blankets that start at $125. There is also the Gravity brand, which was awarded the top-rated weighted blanket award in 2019 by Mattress Advisor. It is no surprise that these blankets are more expensive, starting at $250. And the Layla brand specializes in pillows and mattresses and also has a weighted blanket. Finally SensaCalm carries pre-made and custom weighted blankets starting at roughly $100.

The science behind weighted blankets is sound, but they are not a one-stop shop. They won’t fix everything, but they can help with symptoms from multiple diseases and ailments. These blankets are tools that you can utilize when you are having trouble sleeping or are having symptoms of discomfort or anxiety. Whatever your symptoms, they can be helped with a weighted blanket. It won't fix all your problems, but it is one thing that can help you live a happier, healthier life. Whether you are ill or well, a weighted blanket can probably help you.

It's part of the natural order of life: we're born, we age, and we pass. Such is true with humans and every other creature – but the quality of the journey is what makes life worth living. While we can express and act on conditions and ailments that bother us, our pets don't have such a luxury. As such, it is imperative that we recognize the signs of aging and illness and do all we can to provide them with a better quality of life.

Cats, in particular, are susceptible to a variety of ailments as they age: what are they, and how can they be treated? Let's look at the most common ailments you can expect to see in older cats and detail what can be done about them.

Heart Disease

Much like in humans, cardiovascular problems are a top contender for illness as cats become older. A complex series of factors including diet, level of activity, and genetic markers can increase or reduce the chances of heart disease. Medications from a veterinarian are available to slow heart rates, ease blood pressure, and otherwise take the strain off the heart. Unfortunately, there are no cures or treatments for heart issues related to an enlarging of the heart, in most cases, but some can be treated before causing other enlarged heart-related complications.

Arthritis and Joint Problems

Bone and joint-related problems are a primary cause of deterioration for cats as they age, limiting their mobility and sometimes even leading to an inability to walk. Since they cannot vocalize their constant pain in a way that is understandable, it is generally safe to assume that any cat 10 years of age or older is living with this ailment. Substances such as CBD oil for pets have been shown to improve joint function and help with pain management, along with other health benefits unrelated to arthritis and joint problems.

Diabetes

A common ailment among indoor cats and those fed corn-based diets, diabetes inevitably becomes an issue if a cat lives long enough. Diabetes can be caused by several factors relating to diet and genetics, but the high-carb, low-protein diet is the biggest culprit. Managing diabetes in older cats often requires a two-part approach: eliminating carbohydrates from their diets and providing them with insulin to manage their blood sugar levels. While potentially expensive, the symptoms and ailment are manageable with proper care and diet.

Kidney Issues

While not unique to cats, kidney-related illnesses are disproportionately common in felines. These can be caused by simple age, as well as poor diet and genetic factors. Constant urination, excessive water consumption, and weight loss are the most common signs of a feline kidney problem. If left untreated, this can turn into renal failure – which is fatal. Ultimately, everything from changes in diet to surgery can alleviate the problem, depending on the exact type of problem and its severity.

Cats can suffer from many of the same ailments as we do, but some issues are simply more common. Kidney problems, joint issues, diabetes, and heart disease are among the four most common ailments that affect the quality of life of cats. If you believe your furry friend is suffering from one or more of these issues, take action immediately and get them the treatment they need.

The body’s circulation system is complex, as it is responsible for moving oxygen, nutrients, and blood to and from various organs. When the circulation system is not working as it is intended or at a reduced level, several symptoms can occur. From tingling and numbness throughout the extremities to a throbbing or cramping feeling in the legs or arms, bad circulation makes it difficult to manage day to day tasks with comfort and ease.

Breaking Down Bad Circulation

Poor circulation in the body is not a health condition in and of itself. Instead, it is the result of other health issues that arise due to a variety of causes. Medical problems such as peripheral artery disease that involves a narrowing of the blood vessels, as well as blood clots, obesity, and/or diabetes may all result in bad circulation. According to a leading varicose veins clinic in London, England, reduced circulation may also be the result of broken down vein walls. When these issues are not corrected in a timely fashion, poor circulation is often the result.

Fortunately for those who live with bad circulation, several shifts can be made to improve the issue. Improving blood flow can be accomplished through one or more of the following remedies, but it is often recommended to seek out professional medical help to determine the underlying cause of reduced blood flow in the body.

Tips for Improving Blood Flow

Increasing circulation through the suggestions below can help drastically reduce the discomfort that comes with poor blood flow. Combining one or more of these activities can result in feeling better overall, as well as decreasing the other symptoms that go hand in hand with underlying health conditions.

1) ELEVATE THE LEGS – Bringing the legs above the level of the heart is a common recommendation to help improve circulation in the body. When the feet and legs are elevated, the blood pooled in the lower half of the body is able to flow back toward the heart, which increases circulation. Throughout the day, set a time to elevate the legs for 15 to 20 minutes, particularly after standing or sitting for extended periods of time.

2) TRY COMPRESSION – Compression stockings are also a typical suggestion for those who suffer from bad circulation or varicose veins. Adding pressure to the lower extremities encourages the blood to flow back toward the heart, as it is intended, without elevation or other movement. Compression stockings come in many different shapes and sizes, so it is essential to speak with a doctor regarding the best fit and type for individual circulation issues.

3) INCREASE WATER INTAKE – For some adults, bad circulation can be the result of dehydration. The blood plasma carried throughout the body contains a high percentage of water, so without enough hydration, blood flow can be impeded. Adding several glasses of water to daily routines can help boost blood flow over time.

4) TAKE A WARM SOAK – Indulging in a warm bath, especially after a long day, can work wonders for circulation. The warm water helps open up the arteries and veins, allowing more blood to flow through. Similarly, drinking warm team has a mirror effect if taking a bath is not an option. These heat-induced suggestions provide a temporary boost to circulation, but the results are relatively fast.

5) GET A MASSAGE – Taking the time to get a professional massage, or doing it on one’s own, can have positive impacts on blood flow. Massaging the legs facilitates circulation in the body in a similar fashion to compression stockings through added pressure. Instead of leaving blood to pool in lower extremities, massage helps encourage the flow of blood back to the heart.

Change Lifestyle Habits

In addition to daily changes such as elevation and compression stockings, working toward better lifestyle habits can be incredibly beneficial for circulation concerns. Quitting smoking (which reduces blood flow by allowing plaque to build up), maintaining a healthy weight, and eating a diet balanced with the right nutrients and vitamins can make a significant difference in blood flow over time.

2019 was the year of natural looking, fresh, and hydrated skin. Following the demand, multiple cosmetology treatments appeared on the market, offering almost instant rejuvenating effects. Dr.Numb, the B.C.-based Canadian topical anesthetic company, takes a closer look at some of the procedures. We expect these treatments (or their upgraded versions) to stay popular on the market throughout 2020, too.

Mesotherapy

This skin treatment uses a cocktail of products, including hyaluronic acid, to improve different aspects of the skin. For long-lasting hydration effects, it is usually recommended to take a course of 4 sessions on a weekly basis. The treatment then can be repeated after several months to maintain the effect.

Once the skin has been numbed, the cocktail is injected into the skin at around 1 mm depth using a needle or a mesogun. As it involves multiple injections, the skin needs to be well-numbed before the treatment. This drastically improves the effect of the active ingredients, firstly because they are delivered to the optimal depth for a skin to absorb, and secondly because slight poking of the skin provokes the production of collagen, which enhances the overall rejuvenating effect.

Dermaplaning

The main goal of dermaplaning is to get rid of dead skin cells that have accumulated, giving the face a dull and tired look. It requires a special preparation, so only a licensed esthetician can perform it. The procedure essentially involves exfoliating the dead skin and peach fuzz from your face using a medical scalpel. The treatment requires no down time, and the effects are very attractive: soft, fresh skin and no facial hair! No wonder this treatment has become so popular!

Dermaplaning is not an invasive treatment, but still it needs to be performed with the precaution – sanitizing and disinfecting the skin is an important part of the skin prep. Dr.Numb Topical Anesthetic Foam Soap provides an effective anti-bacterial effect and also slightly numbs the skin for an increased comfort.

Dermarolling

Dermarolling became extremely popular due to the simplicity of the treatment (you can even perform it at home). It requires almost no down time, and gives almost instant results. For a better effect, the treatment is usually done by a professional esthetician – this way, they can use a longer needle to penetrate the skin deeper, which encourages a stronger effect. In this case, you may apply a Dr.Numb Topical Anesthetic Cream to keep the skin numb for several hours.

If you prefer trying dermarolling at home, first choose the shortest needles for a dermaroller in order not to damage the skin, which then you can vary for a specific effect.

Whichever treatment sounds like the most suitable one for your skin, it may be a great idea to add it to 2020 resolutions list and include in plans for the upcoming year!

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Anxious, depressed teens are pretty much a staple of every high school drama you'll find in the world these days. At this time in their lives, teenagers are going through a rapid-fire series of developmental changes in their brains. Human brains don't fully mature until around the 25th year, so teenage brains are a fairly tumultuous place to be for any young person. Thus, the mood swings they experience are stormy at their absolute best. But just because they're going through a rough patch doesn't mean you can't help make their journey a little easier for them. Here are ten ways to help your teenager live a positive life and avoid the rougher areas life may try to offer them.

1. Positive Talk

When your teen comes home and vents about school, let them. But try to step in and encourage chatting about the positive aspects of their day. When they're done ranting about Mr. Jones throwing two more tests their way, ask them how their favorite class went and what they did. Try to get them to think about the good that happened more than the bad.

 2. After School Activities

 These days, schools offer a wide variety of clubs to join. An academically challenged student may just find a surprising amount of enjoyment by joining a club of their own choice and being surrounded by people who all enjoy the exact same thing. It'll give them something to look forward to each day.

 3. Get Involved in Problems

 If your cranky and depressed teenager sees you actively taking time away from your own life to sit down and invest yourself in their problems, they'll feel like you're truly listening to their troubles. You can both work together to come up with solutions for things that are bothering them at the moment.

 4. Set Goals

Help your teen set a goal for themselves. Maybe they're feeling stagnant in life and could use some progress. Tell them an example goal, like passing their next chemistry test or training every night to try to make the track team. Help them define their goals and map them out.

 5. Encourage Trying New Things

 Your teen is going to have their own passions in life, but it doesn't hurt to get them to try something new once in a while. Expose them to something they've never tried before. Maybe try to include them in something you enjoy doing. Convince them to try something brand new once a week for a little adventure.

 6. Support Their Decisions

 When your teenager does decide on something they'd like to pursue, be sure to encourage and support them. Tell them that no matter what, you'll be behind them waiting for good news. When they inevitably fail the first couple of times, tell them to keep trying. They'll appreciate the support on the sidelines more than you know.

 7. Recognize Introvert Versus Extrovert

Your teen may relish being surrounded by friends, or find comfort in solitude and being alone. It's crucial to recognize these differences and allow for them because pushing in one direction or another can increase the negativity and anxiety. Try to encourage them to try pursuits relating to their basic natures and pique their curiosity toward such pursuits.

 8. Step Back

 Your teens are going to make mistakes, they're going to fail and they're going to get dejected. You can't help them with everything, as much as you might like to. What's most important for you right now is to let them do their own thing, fall on their own, learn the consequences, and then be there to pick them back up, dust them off and put them back on the path again. That's all they need from you when it comes to setting off; just to know that you're still there, even if you can't help them.

 9. Respect Their Choices

 Teens crave independence. They crave the feeling of being an adult. Your teen will make choices, some of which they may regret. You may be itching to get in there and help. You have so much more experience than them. You could potentially turn this around. But just respect them. Ask if they want your help, your opinion, and respect if they say no. By doing this, you reinforce their growth and trust and eventually, they'll come to you for help on their own.

10. Learn When True Problems Arise

 Sometimes, some events will cause you to have to step in to preserve not only their happiness but also their lives. Your teen may make a dangerous decision, one which could threaten everything. Teen drug and alcohol addiction is a very real issue that all too many parents have to face and during these times, parental intervention could mean life or death. They may resent you for it in the present, but in the future, they may thank you from the bottom of their hearts for it.

You want your teen to be happy. All parents do. It's just vital to learn what your powers are and how they've diminished since they were children. Learn your boundaries, work for their happiness, and respect their journey for it.

Runny nose, cough, sore throat, sneezing, headache... cough and cold season is back! Just like the rest of the family, your child is not spared from these small ailments that come around at each change of season. Why is cough and cold so frequent during this time of the year and how do we relieve these symptoms?

Certainly, these times of the year are particularly risky for little ones. When temperatures are mild, as they are between summer and fall, viruses multiply and spread rapidly. In the summer, it's the coronavirus and the rhinovirus which are the two main culprits of these pesky colds!

And when the season changes from summer to fall and then winter, a child’s body can be weakened. In the transition from summer to winter, the days become shorter and the sunshine is dramatically reduced. Your child has to adapt to this new rhythm and therefore may be less resistant to the numerous viruses that multiply around us.

In short, changes of seasons are periods during which your child’s body needs a boost to ward off these small ailments. For this, some good habits are to be put in place…

Tip #1– First of all, encourage your child to spend time outdoors. The natural light will help their body to adopt the right rhythm.

Tip #2 – Next, do not neglect physical activity. To keep fit, have your child practice physical activity daily.

Tip #3 – Let them get a good night's sleep. Up to age 13, 10 hours of sleep are recommended.

Tip #4 – Focus on the benefits of food, by preparing a variety of healthy and balanced meals.

Tip #5 – Finally, food supplements for children are a must during changes of seasons. They will help your child strengthen their immune system and thus better defend themselves against viruses.

Natural remedies to soothe symptoms of cough and cold

In spite of all these good habits, it is possible that colds and coughs invade your child's immune system at this time of year. These small ailments will normally disappear after a few days. However, although benign, a cold is often difficult to bear! If you want to soothe your child naturally, several options are available for you:

SORE THROAT:
Throat Ease Syrup: This homeopathic formula works to calm pain, irritation and inflammation. It also eliminates difficulty swallowing, and relieves hoarseness.

CONGESTION AND SECRETIONS:
if your child has a stuffy nose, cannot clear the nasal passages and has a wet cough, Herbal Cough & Cold Syrup is ideal for these symptoms. It contains Ivy leaf, a natural expectorant.

INFLUENZA:

In case of influenza: if your little one complains of aches, fever and cough, Day Syrup and Night Syrup are the remedies you’ll need! For round the clock action, they will relieve these symptoms naturally and help your child sleep better.

This complete line of homeopathic remedies by Homeocan has been especially formulated for children 0-12 years of age. The great tasting syrups and their practical format are essential in your medicine cabinet!

Of course, these natural remedies do not replace a visit to your family doctor if needed. They can be taken alone or to complement a traditional medical treatment.

Thirty years ago, pharmacy graduate Michèle Boisvert founded Homeocan. Today, Homeocan is the largest Canadian natural remedies company with a state-of-the-art laboratory based in Montreal. Homeocan’s mission is to produce and distribute natural remedies for the health needs of the whole family, even our four-legged friends with HomeoVet. For more information or to order any of their products, visit: https://homeocan.ca/en/

If you're looking for natural remedies to soothe your child’s daily bumps and bruises, you'll be happy to know that Homeocan has created natural herbal and homeopathic creams Arnica & Calendula+ for this specific purpose. These should be the essential products in your medicine cabinet.

ARNICA & CALENDULA+: natural creams for pain relief and first-aid for children

Children like to explore, play, run, and touch everything they can get their hands on … and little accidents are never far behind. To relieve your child’s everyday ailments; we would like to introduce you to our Arnica and Calendula+ creams, which are absolutely indispensable. These natural creams will soon become the favourite products in your medicine cabinet.

Arnica and Calendula, 2 indispensable ingredients in our natural creams

These natural creams are simple remedies that you can use on your children in case of small bumps and bruises. Applied locally, they act quickly to relieve pain and promote healing. At Homeocan, we have selected two indispensable ingredients to produce our creams: Arnica and Calendula.

ARNICA – is a main component of homeopathic remedies. Made from a plant called “Arnica Montana”, Arnica helps alleviate many symptoms. It promotes healing of bruises and calms pains such as body aches, sprains, and tendonitis.

CALENDULA – on the other hand, is a plant extract usually called “pot marigold”. It is also part of the indispensable homeopathic remedies and it helps enormously with small wounds. Calendula should be used in case of scrapes and minor cuts, but also to soften dry skin, cracked skin or for skin affected by eczema.

KIDS 0-9 CREAMS by Homeocan, a must in your medicine cabinet

Sores that are benign, but at times painful, are frequent in children. To relieve bumps, bruises, scratches, chapped or dry skin, minor cuts and scrapes, Arnica +Pain Relief and First Aid Calendula cream will quickly become a staple in your household!

These natural homeopathic remedies made in Canada, are for children of 0 to 9 years of age. Unscented and non-greasy, easy to apply, to quickly relieve your children and help them forget about these little accidents. Their convenient size allows you to carry them with you.

These creams are very simple to use. If your child has a hematoma or a bruise, simply apply Arnica+ Pain Relief cream on the affected area, a thin coat, 3 times a day. Massage delicately and all gone!

If your little one has a cut, rough or chapped skin or a minor burn, then First Aid Calendula cream is the product to use. Firstly clean the injury, apply a thin layer, a bandage may be applied. Repeat 3 times a day for optimal healing.

These creams are formulated for external use only. Do not apply Arnica + Pain relief cream on an open wound. Of course in case of a big wound that does not heal in the following days, don’t delay in consulting with a doctor.

These homeopathic creams are definitely indispensable remedies to keep in your medicine cabinet. With these creams you will help your child to forget the pain and to heal simply and naturally.

Thirty years ago, pharmacy graduate Michèle Boisvert founded Homeocan. Today, Homeocan is the largest Canadian natural remedies company with a state-of-the-art laboratory based in Montreal. Homeocan’s mission is to produce and distribute natural remedies for the health needs of the whole family, even our four-legged friends with HomeoVet. For more information or to order any of their products, visit: https://homeocan.ca/en/

Finding the right nail polish, like many other things for a woman, takes a lot of skills. Nail polish does not just bring out your style or complement the clothes you wear, it also brings out your skin tone, and the shape of your hands. For instance if you have short, chubby fingers, you do not want a nail polish that will make them look stumpy. Instead, you will want nail polish that makes them look elongated. As you may have noted it really takes skill to choose the perfect nail polish. Here are a few things to consider:

YOUR SKIN COLOUR

The most important thing you should know when discovering how to choose the right nail polish color is that it involves your skin tone. For instance, fairer skin looks best with dark colors, while medium skin tones fair well with dark red shades. And a darker tone can carry just about any color.

YOUR OUTFITS

Experts do not seem to agree on this one at all. Some say it is okay that your nail polish matches your outfit, some say it is not okay. So here, I guess you go with your instincts. Choose a color that is complementary to the outfit you choose. However, if you are in love with the color of your top, hairband or shoe, go for it, let no one tell you otherwise.

YOUR MAKEUP

The experts don’t agree here either. So go with your instincts. However don’t go all too matchy, matchy, it may look too tacky and bland. Nevertheless you can match your nail polish and lipstick if they are a very dramatic color when you are trying to attract attention. Also you can try using a different shade but of the same color as your eye shadow. Matching your lipstick, eye shadow and nail polish makes your makeup bold and outstanding.

THE TRENDS

If you are having trouble choosing a nail polish color, look at the trends that are rocking now. It is very unlikely that you don’t find one that will match your skin tone. Blues, pinks, corals, blacks and purples are great with all skin tones as long as you go for a sparkly or matte finish.

THE SEASON

Pay close attention to the seasons of the year as all come with different colors that rock. During winter, darker colors are trendy. Spring emphasizes pretty pastels, and summer is all about the hot colors and bright acid shades. Autumn goes well with bronze, gold, russet and some neutrals. When he is also about to propose, is a season that you must put more considerations. Those silver rings for women should rest on a finger that not only fits right but also looks exceptional.

YOUR FAVOURITES

This is all about those to whom the rules do not apply and those who just do not care. In the end it is basically about wearing what works for you, they are your nails, and it is your style they need to portray after all. So the rules may say that your favorite color will not work for you but try it any way. When it comes to nails and makeup, no rules should limit your interests and expectations. Nothing is off limits and the more you try your favorites, the higher your chances of improving and getting it right with the experts.

CONCLUSION

In choosing nail polish, it is paramount that you know what to avoid. For instance if you are very fair, don’t go for darker colors, they may make your hands look washed out. Other than that, feel free to experiment and have fun. Also, if it is possible, try and grow those nails a little longer. Long nails appear neat when you apply any nail polish on them. They also beautify your looks and give you a sense of control in any outfit.

A few short years ago, you’d be hard-pressed to find anyone who even knew what CBD was. But today, it seems like there are CBD products for sale everywhere, even lining the shelves at stores you never expected to carry them. Where did it all start? The history of CBD goes much further back than you might expect.

On the face of it, the CBD phenomena is completely understandable. After all, for millions of people this compound provides relief from a variety of conditions that would otherwise be debilitating. It is truly amazing how many conditions people have enthusiastically proclaimed that CBD has helped them with. And now science is beginning to back all that up, as more and more laboratory tests are performed. For example, children with epilepsy are able to live and play and have normal lives because CBD can block their seizures. People who have previously gone through the day sluggish and miserable as a result of insomnia say that they are finally sleeping thanks to CBD. Older patients who have struggled for years with chronic pain and arthritis have reportedly found that CBD has given back to them the freedom of movement that they enjoyed when they were much younger. The list goes on and on. CBD is amazing, but it sort of seems to have come out of nowhere. Of course, this isn’t actually true. While it’s making headlines now, CBD has helped people for thousands of years.

Here’s some brief, but fascinating information about CBD history.

What Is CBD?

CBD is an abbreviation for Cannabidiol, and it’s one of the active compounds in the hemp plant. While it is a similar compound to THC (the active ingredient in marijuana), CBD doesn’t get you “high” or make you feel “stoned.” Instead, it binds with the cannabinoid receptors in your body to achieve a variety of beneficial effects. CBD is usually extracted directly from the hemp plant and made into tinctures, oils, edibles, capsules, and creams, and it can be consumed in a wide variety of ways. It is vaped, eaten, used topically, and in any case it crosses the blood-brain barrier very easily. This is what makes it so effective for anxiety, depression, and chronic pain. CBD is also known for its safety; unlike pharmaceutical medications, and even some over-the-counter medicines, CBD will not harm the body in any way and produces very few side effects.

Humans and CBD

Nowadays, CBD is extracted from the hemp plant using several different, but equally sophisticated methods, some of which make use of advanced technology. But long before these extraction technologies existed, CBD was already helping thousands of people with their conditions.

The hemp plant was first cultivated by humans nearly six thousand years ago, in approximately the year 4000 BC. That’s around the time the first pyramids were built, and already ancient peoples had begun to discover the various benefits of this unusual plant. Ancient Greek historians describe the plant being used in steam baths – sort of a precursor to the modern practice of vaping CBD oil – and evidence suggests that hemp was popular throughout Asia, Europe, and Africa.

In the year 2737 BC, Sheng Nung, the Emperor of China, was documented as using a cannabis tea to help with his rheumatism and gout. Although he didn’t know it, the Emperor was enjoying the benefits of CBD, and sipping a CBD-infused tea to help with rheumatism is a practice that is still done today.

Of course, when the hemp plant was first cultivated, no one was looking for “CBD”. There wasn’t a concept of what CBD was, nor was there a scientific method for studying it. Our ancestors simply had discovered that this plant made them feel better when they were anxious or ill.

The Science of CBD

For hundreds of centuries, even as civilizations rose and fell, the hemp plant never went out of style. It has been discovered in many different places, from England, to Africa, to China and everywhere in between.

In the year 1533, while the techniques and practices that would eventually lead to modern medicine where still being developed, physicians of the time first began to study the benefits of hemp in earnest. Hemp was already an extraordinarily popular crop at the time; in fact, King Henry VIII of England actually required every farmer to set aside some of their land, specifically to grow hemp. While the world had enjoyed the benefits of hemp for centuries, only now were people starting to get really interested in the exact origin of those benefits.

Some Famous Historical Fans of CBD

While Chinese Emperor Sheng Nung may have been the first famous fan of CBD, he is far from its only convert across the thousands of years of CBD history. Thomas Jefferson was an avid fan of the hemp plant, growing it on his property. Queen Victoria used CBD – still not known by that name – to alleviate menstrual cramps. Cannabis has even been discovered in the home of William Shakespeare.

The Discovery of CBD

While there have been many people throughout history who have reaped the benefits of CBD, for thousands of years they did not understand exactly what was causing the beneficial effects. People simply knew that hemp helped them with chronic pain and other conditions. Finally, by the nineteenth century, when scientific methods had become advanced enough, doctors finally started to officially describe the cannabis plant as a “medicine.” It was Irish physician William B. O’Shaughnessy who first began to properly describe all the possible medical applications of the plant.

It would take almost a further 100 years before a British chemist by the name of Robert S. Cahn was able to begin reporting the structure of Cannabinol, better known as CBN. By 1942, an American chemist named Roger Adams had finally isolated both CBD and THC successfully. Although he was able to isolate these two compounds, he was still unsure of what they did for the human body. The effects of the plant were known, but no one was sure which of the two compounds did which thing.

The Modern Rise of CBD

In 1964, it was finally discovered which of the two active compounds in the cannabis plant were responsible for which effects on the body. THC was found to be primarily responsible for the psychoactive effects, while CBD had more effects on anxiety and pain. Over the next few decades, sporadic studies were done on CBD, but as cannabis was still considered an illegal drug, studying it was often discouraged. Sadly, millions of people who might have benefited from CBD missed out, due to an unnecessary stigma.

Finally, by the mid 1990s, several U.S. states began to legalize marijuana for medical purposes. This allowed research into the effects of CBD to continue. Even so, it wasn’t until the 2000s when CBD really began to take the world by storm. It was the story of Charlotte Figi, a young girl who suffered from an extremely debilitating form of epilepsy, that really cemented the idea of how powerfully CBD could effect people’s minds. Charlotte was four years old and was experiencing 300 seizures per week. She could not walk, talk, or even eat. Her parents, desperate and at their wits’ end, had tried everything to help her. However, nothing worked until, out of options, they acquired some CBD oil for her. It worked almost immediately. Charlotte’s seizures went from 300 per week to only two or three.

CBD Now

After inspiring stories like Charlotte’s made it into the mainstream media, the public attitude towards cannabis-derived products has become much more accepting and positive. As more and more states move to legalize, CBD has become a godsend for people suffering from many different ailments. Now CBD derived from low-THC hemp is legal in all 50 states, and is providing relief for millions of people, with more and more discovering the benefits every day.

About the Author: Britten Carrington was born and raised in Southern California. Britt has been a proud member of the Rooted Hemp Co. team for 3 years, and has great passion for creating the best CBD products.  

 

According to the Canadian Digestive Health Foundation, more than 6 out of 10 Canadians are or will be affected by hemorrhoids.   This pathology, although generally benign, is difficult to tolerate. We will help you better understand this disease and discover solutions to relieve the symptoms naturally…

Hemorrhoids: Appearance, Causes and Symptoms

If you notice blood in your stools, itching, hypersensitivity of the anus, or small painful bumps, you may be one of the many Canadians suffering from hemorrhoids. These growths appear when veins around the anus or rectum are dilated. The swollen area will then become very sensitive. Hemorrhoids appear as small, hard masses of various colours that form around the anus. In this case, we are referring to external hemorrhoids. Hemorrhoids can also appear on the internal lining of the rectum.

In both cases, whether internal or external, they can disappear by themselves within 10 to 15 days. However, hemorrhoids can come back and last much longer. It is essential to consult your doctor to establish a diagnostis and make sure there are no complications.

Hemorrhoids can be caused by many factors:

This pathology can appear at any age and become chronic. Fortunately there are solutions to help soothe and relieve hemorrhoids, naturally.

Relieving Hemorrhoids Naturally

Although hemorrhoids may only last for a few days at a time, they are nevertheless extremely unpleasant, even painful. To avoid reoccurence and relieve the symptoms, small changes and good habits are recommended by Health Canada:

In addition you can benefit from natural remedies that are effective and easy to use, without the side effects of conventional medications.

Two natural products that can help relieve the symptoms and eliminate hemorrhoids are: Homeocan’s Hemorrhoid Cream and Pellet Combination.

Cream 50g: The Hemorrhoid Cream is designed for local application to reduce venous congestion and calm skin irritation thanks to its medicinal homeopathic ingredients: Aesculus hippocastanum D3, Hamamelis virginiana D3, Paeonia officinalis D3, Ratanhia D3, Arnica montana D6

Combination Pellets: These homeopathic pellets are to be taken orally. They will help calm the pain and relieve discomfort thanks to the healing properties of these homeopathic ingredients: Aesculus hippocastanum D2, Hamamelis virginiana D2, Paeonia officinalis D3, Collinsonia canadensis D3, Teucrium marum D3,   Verbascum thapsus D3, Sulphur D4, Natrum nitricum D3, Ratanhia D3, Ruta graveolens D8, Nitricum acidum D6, Apis mellifica D4, Podophyllum peltatum D4, Boldo D2

You can use both remedies together for fast and effective relief.

Thirty years ago, pharmacy graduate Michéle Boisvert founded Homeocan. Today, Homeocan is the largest Canadian natural remedies company with a state-of-the-art laboratory based in Montreal. Homeocan’s mission is to produce and distribute natural remedies for the health needs of the whole family, even our four-legged friends with HomeoVet. For more information or to order any of their products, visit: https://homeocan.ca/en/

Experts from Shaza Medina Hotel Explain Wellness Travel

Whether we want to explore a new corner of the world, to step out of our comfort zones, or to simply escape from daily stress and reality for a little bit, we all share a love for travel. So, especially in our modern busy world, we expect from our vacations to be the antidote for stress, and a boost to our personal health and well being.

Way back, it was rare to hear the two concepts of wellness and travel used in the same sentence. And when they were associated the term was mostly referring to the spa experience. Yet, nowadays, wellness travel is one of the fastest growing areas in tourism and stands on pillars like healthy food options, fitness activities, nature, and luxurious spa retreats. The wellness travel sector is driven by two types of travelers, such as the wellness-minded travelers seeking out vacations that allow them to experience healthy eating and maintain a routine of fitness and the travelers that want to use travel as a break from their regular routine back home for a proactive wellness treatment.

Today, medical science reveals new discoveries, health care costs increase, and we become more educated consumers which is rising our interest in pro-active self-care. Therefore, we want travel options that allow us to maintain, enhance or kick-start a healthy lifestyle. The experts from Shaza Madina, a luxury hotel in The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, explain how wellness tourism adds experiences that satisfy customers looking to expand their cultural horizons.

Treatments and Experiences

Wellness awareness means that tourists are willing to spend more in order to experience something unique on their vacation. Years ago, when wellness tourism started to develop, every hotel started with investing in a gym and, later, in a spa as they become a standard. Now, travelers expect their wellness experience to be integrated more throughout the hotels. They are looking for overseas destinations which can provide them with wellness experience that also expands their cultural horizons.

More and more studies show us how regular exercising leads to a healthier body and a happier mind which makes wellness tourists interested in continuing their active lifestyle even when they are traveling. Hence, hotels offer facilities such as fitness gyms, spas, and a variety of beauty treatments and massage that aim to enhance travelers to physical wellness tourism. Medical programs are also usually incorporated into the wellness programs offered to tourists. Many travelers are interested in discovering local healing or medical traditions and spiritual practices. So, the inner wellness tourism aims to offer the emotional, intellectual, and spiritual well being of travelers everything that they need for a unique holiday. It offers new and authentic experiences and treatments including culture-based therapies like acupuncture, body massage, and mind-body retreats.

Emerging Destinations

One of the latest trends in wellness tourism is the rising interest in under-visited regions. Those emerging destinations provide great opportunities for travelers to have unique experiences in spectacular destinations and for entrepreneurs to tap into the growing business. Many countries have recently begun to invest in under-visited areas to attract wellness tourism. Crowded tourism routes tend to be avoided by travelers who want to escape the beaten path and care for their bodies and minds. Wellness-focused travelers choose emerging destinations to take advantage of the opportunity of visiting it before the place becomes a popular touristic destination that is simply too crowded.

Emerging destinations give the travelers the opportunity to think outside of the box away from the popular destinations. Only the unique view you can get from traveling to untouched skiing spots or beaches brings peace of mind and a healthy experience. Wellness tourists appreciate outdoor activities and cultural knowledge that goes behind what they can find on the internet. For a more holistic wellness journey, tourists are increasingly looking to connect with destinations through nature and local traditions.

Outdoor activities

Wellness tourists simply love nature for two reasons. First of all, when traveling, tourists want to escape from the busy metropolis they live in with crowded traffic and noise pollution. They want to connect with nature to regain their peace of mind through fresh air and a healthy environment. Secondly, being out in nature is a great way of exercising and maintaining their physical health. Wellness travelers are looking for adventures such as walking tours, hiking, paddling, and inspirational outings in nature such as yoga. Nature helps them clear and expand their minds and increase their sense of wellness.

Diet and nutrition

Healthy nutrition is a significant area of a wellness lifestyle. Most tourists seeking inner wellness generally prefer organic and local food. If they have a strict personal regime that they adhere to at home, they most likely look for those options on holiday as well. A wellness tourist destination should ideally offer healthy meals that can fulfill every dietary need. Examples are meals with fewer carbohydrates, more fruits and vegetables, a balance of vitamins, and gluten-free options. It is also vital to provide for hotel owners to provide customers with vegetarian and vegan options to show how flexible and accommodating your touristic destination is. On the other hand, fine dining is another trend rising in the tourism sector. For those travelers looking to take a break from their daily routine back home, delicious meals prepared by culinary experts and served at luxurious restaurants are a spectacular experience that adds to their traveling experience.

Wellness tourism promotes health and wellbeing, both physical and mental through activities that travelers can do during their trip. Stress reduction and overall physical and mental well being are what is important for travelers to experience and for hoteliers to offer to their customers.

The desire to improve our lives through good dietary habits is something we can all work towards. Serious health conditions such as celiac disease, dairy intolerance, diabetes, and weight issues can all be addressed through a balanced, nutritious, and smart approach to what we eat.

Each of us has a unique nutritional profile based on physical, psychological, and cultural  differences. When considering nutrition for optimal well-being one must consider their height, weight, physical activity levels, allergies, and health. We must know when to allow flexibility and where to be firm when preparing balanced meals.

In my practice as a nutritionist, I emphasize balanced meals – which includes both macro and micro nutrients – because deficiency in any one of them can lead to disease or imbalance in our delicate systems. We truly are what we eat!

Fruits, vegetables, and grains are rich in carbohydrates. Lack of carbohydrates can lead to lack of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Whole grains are high in B vitamins which are essential to our diet. Low carb, high fibre, leafy greens are important to include in any meal plan, but continually repeating the same types of food may also cause other deficiencies, as well as lead to boredom with meals. Excessive carbohydrates can lead to weight gain, diabetes, mineral deficiency and tooth decay.

Protein deficiency can cause impaired immune functions, dry skin, edema and abdominal swelling. An excess of protein can also cause obesity and an increased risk of gout.

A deficiency of essential fatty acids can cause acne, hair loss, diarrhea, eczema, gallstones, infertility and learning disabilities. Conversely, excess fats in your diet can lead to high cholesterol, high triglyceride levels, obesity and heart disease.

Weight loss is the second most searched term in Google, yet many of us suffer from chronic conditions that are caused by our lifestyle and should be of greater concern overall. Diabetes, cholesterol, high blood pressure, hormonal imbalance, acid reflux, and IBS can (in most cases) be managed through balanced eating.

ActivEats Creates Nutritionally Balanced Meals for People on the Go

ActivEats is a new company that offers Toronto consumers healthy and delicious meals featuring meal plans created by myself, a Certified Nutritionist and Clinical Herbalist, along with Professional Brand Chef Casey Nichols, CD, SSM. The meals are calorie-wise, nutritionally balanced, and free of gluten and dairy, artificial colours, and additives. They are always low sodium too! ActivEats has something for everyone, from time-challenged professionals, to busy parents and students.

The team at ActivEats creates meals from scratch, using the finest of handpicked fresh ingredients. All meals are individually prepared, taking great care to provide a fantastic dining experience you will want to tell your friends about. We love what we do, and it shows in our food.

Choose from Vegan, Vegetarian, or Non-Vegetarian Options

Do you follow alternative eating lifestyles? ActivEats is for you! If you eat a Vegan lifestyle, you know how hard (and EXPENSIVE) it can be to make a great tasting meal. ActivEats does all the hard work for you, creating meals that are delicious and nutritious and never boring.

Offering both Original and Vegan meal plans, ActivEats offers meals with traditional meat proteins, or meals with delicious Vegan proteins. All meal plans are offered in 1500 or 2000 calorie options to suit everyone’s individual needs and tastes. Five-and seven-day plans are available, and all are available with the option to add breakfast! We have done all the hard work for you.

ActivEats offers direct-to-home delivery of delicious meals that make eating healthy, nutritious fast, easy and affordable.

Proudly Canadian, locally owned and operated, ActivEats is your neighborhood choice for all your nutritional needs. We look forward to joining you at your table soon!

For more information visit: www.activeats.ca email: info@activeats.ca, or call 1-800-394-6142

“What I like the most is that ActivEats’ meals are full of flavour and very nutritious and that’s important if you’re into a healthy lifestyle.” Simpleula

Nahid Ameen C.N.P & Lori Turner ActivEats Operations Manager

To help you regain a feeling of well-being and lightness, try these homeopathic natural remedies

It is not uncommon for us to suffer with digestive disorders, especially after the rich meals enjoyed during holidays and special occasions. To help restore the health and balance of your digestive system, and regain a feeling of well-being and lightness, there are effective natural solutions.

Nausea, gastric reflux, diarrhea, constipation, and heartburn are all symptoms and signs of digestive disorders. All of them are caused by an internal imbalance of our organism.

These disorders can occur after food excesses, during periods of stress, after taking certain drugs (such as antibiotics), or after infection with a virus or bacteria. In fact, digestive disorders are very common. According to the Canadian Digestive Health Foundation, more than 20 million Canadians suffer from digestive disorders every year!

If your digestive problems are chronic, without apparent cause, very painful, if they occur after a trip or if they last several days, it is necessary to consult a doctor.

Three Homeopathic Remedies To Restore Digestive Balance

If your digestive problems are mild, it's nice to know that natural remedies can help to soothe them. We have selected three complementary remedies for you to try. They can help to restore good digestion and calm your symptoms:

• Zinc Nickel Cobalt: This Oligotherapy complex plays a role in digestion by improving the assimilation and metabolism of food. At a dosage of one teaspoon each morning, for one to two months, this remedy can reduce digestive disorders, whatever they may be.

• Digestion H114 Homeocan: This homeopathic remedy improves the function of the liver and digestive tract thanks to its combination of ingredients with recognized benefits like: Nux Vomica, effective against gastric acidity; Dolichos pruriens, active against constipation; or Leptandra virginica to relieve diarrhea.

• Triple Action: This 100% natural remedy contains a cocktail of perfectly dosed ingredients to relieve constipation and inflammation of the digestive tract. These herbs include: marshmallow, licorice, and witch hazel, traditionally used in herbal medicine to relieve digestive disorders. And the added bonus is its pleasant lemon flavour!

Homeocan’s Tips to Relieve Digestive Disorders Naturally

In addition to taking these three remedies, be sure to try these strategies to help relieve and soothe your digestive disorders naturally:

– Against bloating: leave out sodas, soft drinks and chewing gums.

– Drink a chamomile infusion after your meal, it is recognized by the WHO for its antispasmodic and anti-inflammatory properties.

– For better digestion, take the time to chew your food and eat slowly.

– To fight against constipation and improve your digestion, Sweet Orange Essential Oil is a great ally! Sprinkled in the bath, or used in compresses or massages, it will help to stimulate your digestive system.

With these three Homeocan remedies and these natural tips, say goodbye to your digestive disorders and recover a feeling of well-being and lightness!

Thirty years ago, pharmacy graduate Michéle Boisvert founded Homeocan. Today, Homeocan is the largest Canadian natural remedies company with a state-of-the-art laboratory based in Montreal. Homeocan’s mission is to produce and distribute natural remedies for the health needs of the whole family, even our four-legged friends with HomeoVet. For more information or to order any of their products, visit: https://homeocan.ca/en/

After using CBD oil to successfully treat her own pain, Maggie Tamo started Clubfour20 to help others easily experience the benefits of cannabis

With the growth in the applications and uses of CBD oil, it is no longer surprising that a lot of people would want to make it at home. Whether it is for cancer or for cooking, oil extracted from cannabis can deliver an abundance of benefits.

Before anything else, let us start this post by discussing some of the benefits of CBD oil. Once you are aware of the things that it can do, you will have good reasons for making CBD oil on your own.

Cannabis Sativa is a natural herb that has its origins in Central Asia. Commonly known as “cannabis” or “marijuana”, it has been used by traditional cultures for many thousands of years to treat health conditions. Cannabis products are derived from the parts of the cannabis sativa plant that contain high levels of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) - the cannabinoid most commonly known for its psychoactive properties. For this reason, cannabis products are often shrouded in controversy and heavily regulated in many countries around the world.

During recent decades there has been a concerted global push for the legalization of cannabis-derived products and their introduction into conventional medical treatment. So what benefits can this ancient herb provide and how might it be used to treat common ailments in the 21st century?

CBD for Stress and Anxiety

In our busy modern society, stress has risen to prominence as one of our most substantial health risks. Our ancestors experienced stress in short bursts, in times of excitement or danger, such as while pursuing prey or running from predators. Conversely, we have imposed upon ourselves an almost ever-present form of stress through a combination of many different lifestyle and dietary factors. Conventional prescription medications for chronic stress and anxiety can be dangerous, and some natural alternatives are ineffective. Enter, cannabis oil.

A study published in 2013 found that treatment with cannabinoids in the wake of some form of traumatic or stressful experience might help to control a subject's emotional responses. Researchers discovered that cannabinoids could be effective in minimizing stress receptors in the hippocampus - the part of the brain responsible for these emotional responses.

A more recent review which was published in 2015 observed that cannabis therapies were also effective in reducing stress and restlessness in military veterans who suffered from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder.

These studies provide promising grounds for the use of cannabis oil in treating stress and anxiety.

Cannabis Oil for Asthma

For thousands of years, cannabis has been used to treat respiratory ailments in traditional Chinese and Indian cultures. Thanks to its natural anti-inflammatory properties and analgesic effects - including an ability to dilate the bronchial tubes, allowing a better flow of oxygen - cannabis oil might be an effective natural solution for the millions of people worldwide who currently suffer from asthma.

In the 1970s there were several studies carried out which investigated the bronchodilatory impacts of cannabis on people suffering from asthma. Many of the subjects involved showed very positive reactions to the treatment.

Heart Health

Cannabis oil contains antioxidant properties that could provide beneficial treatment for heart-related ailments.

Animal studies have demonstrated that treatment with cannabis oil may prevent some cardiovascular diseases, including atherosclerosis, heart attacks, and strokes. A 2014 British research team found that the results of these animal studies were also applicable to human heart conditions. They demonstrated that cannabinoids could cause the blood vessels to relax and dilate which allowed for improved circulation and reduced blood pressure.

Cannabis for Pain Relief

One of the most significant traditional uses of the cannabis plant was to ease pain, allowing a more comfortable state for healing. This application extends back thousands of years; however, there is now new evidence that cannabis products can be effective in alleviating discomfort by hindering neural transmissions in the body’s pain pathways. They also have the potential to ease most forms of inflammation, which is why many cancer patients choose to take them while undergoing chemotherapy.

A Canadian study which was published in 2010 demonstrated that cannabis could be used to treat those who were suffering from chronic pain. The study involved 23 adult subjects who were experiencing neuropathic pain as a result of surgery or trauma. Over the 2-week duration, subjects were selected at random and treated with cannabis in 4 different levels of potency. The results demonstrated that when taken 3 times each day, cannabis was able to significantly decrease the severity of pain, as well as improve sleeping patterns.

Skin Protection

Cannabis oil can be applied topically to promote healthy skin appearance. When used in this way, the oil can help stimulate the shedding of older skin cells and encourage the growth of new ones to replace them. It can also assist in the production of lipids, which help to combat chronic skin conditions including acne and psoriasis. Additionally, thanks to its ability to reduce stress, cannabis oil can help prevent some types of skin diseases that break out during times of anxiety such as eczema or rosacea.

Seizures

There is some evidence beginning to emerge from small-scale studies and anecdotal reports that cannabis oil might be effective in preventing seizures and could potentially become a treatment for epilepsy in the future.

Unfortunately, there is not enough evidence at this stage to warrant commercial use for these ailments and reviews of studies published so far have been unable to reach a decisive conclusion.

Cancer

Maggie Tamo used CBD oil to manage her cancer symptoms

Cancer is perhaps the most controversial disease in recorded history, with many alternative practitioners claiming that natural cures already exist. Understandably, there is a substantial amount of excitement surrounding the potential for cannabis oil to be used in cancer treatment.

Scientists have discovered that some cannabinoids have a variety of positive effects under laboratory conditions, including:

Although it is not yet commercially recognized as a cure, there is strong evidence to suggest that cannabis products can have very positive effects on the healing process for those suffering from cancer.

Maggie Tamo used CBD oil to manage her cancer symptoms, and from that started ClubFour20 to make learning and using cannabis as simple as possible. Read more on Margaret’s story on her website.

Maggie uses LEVO in her Infuser Kits.  First and foremost, LEVO is meant to be simple and easy for anyone to use – whether you’re medicating daily or just looking for an easy way to avoid over-processed, store-bought edibles and infused products.

LEVO is the latin root of alleviate. Clearly, they are true believers in the power of plants!

Visit clubfour20.ca to purchase the Infuser Kit and explore the vegan edible recipes.

How to Make CBD Oil

So how do you make your own CBD oil? We prefer to use the LEVO Oil Fuser.

National Access Cannabis has a great introduction video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rlsm5QKCwko on how to use it and the benefits of LEVO.

LEVO is meant for a wide variety of consumers- both in the cannabis and natural wellness space. They created a product that you could use to make lavender body scrubs with your family in the afternoon, and cannabis infused brownies in the evening with your friends. Because the interior pieces are dishwasher safe, contamination isn't an issue no matter what you're infusing with. First and foremost, LEVO is meant to be simple & easy for anyone to use- whether you're medicating daily or just looking for an easy way to avoid over-processed, store-bought edibles and infused products.

The Best Marijuana Strains to Use

If you are thinking of making your own CBD oil, you need to choose the right marijuana strain. This will have a huge impact on the effectiveness of the oil that will be produced. Generally, you have to choose a marijuana that is high in CBD and low in THC. That being said, these are some of the best options to consider:

 

Many of us feel fatigue and a lack of energy in the winter. So why are we more tired in this season? And above all, how can we fix it? Let us tell you everything in this article!

There are two main reasons for this lack of energy: 1) the absence of sun, and 2) the spread of viruses. Indeed, exposure to the sun is essential for our bodies, we need it to make vitamin D. When we experience a lack of vitamin D it results in fatigue and can even lead to depression caused by Seasonal Affective Disorder. Moreover, many viruses can multiply and spread quickly in winter. Influenza, colds, gastroenteritis ... these winter ailments aggravate our lack of energy. Also, because the temperature is often very cold, your body must spend a lot of energy to compensate. Add the psychological fatigue related to cloudy grey days, or short days, and you get an explosive cocktail that explains this seasonal lack of energy!

Homeocan Has Created Remedies for These Winter Ailments

The good news is that Mother Nature has provided remedies with wonderful virtues, to help us get back into shape and make this seasonal lack of energy a thing of the past! These include:

– Aloe Vera: which stimulates our immune defenses

– Ginseng: which energizes

– Kola nut: which improves our vigilance

– Spirulina: which supplies iron, proteins, and carotenoids

All of the above are nutrients essential for helping us feel fit, especially in winter. To enjoy the benefits of these ingredients, naturally and without side effects, try Maxiforce, a cocktail of energy in the form of ampoules, which are easy to integrate into your daily routine.

If your lack of energy is associated with nervous fatigue, agitation and weariness, Homeocan’s Alfalfa Tonic is your best ally for winter. Without caffeine, it works in harmony with the body to increase your resistance and bring you a feeling of well-being.

Finally, if you want to say goodbye to your fatigue while strengthening your immune defenses naturally, choose Magnantyl Plus with Royal Jelly! This natural product will improve your vitality, help maintain good health, and help you resist stress and fatigue.

Good Habits to Help You Keep Fit!

Homeocan's three homeopathic formulas are great allies to help you improve your energy levels in winter. You can also combine the following good habits to help you feel better:

- Eat well: In the winter, choose foods that supply vitamin D and Omega 3, such as cod liver oil, herring, mackerel, sardines, or, more pleasing – dark chocolate! Adopt a varied and balanced diet to avoid deficiencies.

- Do sports: To banish fatigue and the possible winter blues, doing sports is key to your well being. If you can’t stand the cold weather try out new indoor activities like yoga, swimming, or squash.

- Sleep well: To overcome the lack of energy, sleep at least 7 hours per night!

- Enjoy the outdoors: Even if some would rather hibernate under a quilt, it is essential to spend time outside ... You will greatly benefit from the sun.

By taking one or all three natural remedies and trying out these good habits, you greatly improve your chances to get back in shape and avoid the lack of energy this winter!

Thirty years ago, pharmacy graduate Michéle Boisvert founded Homeocan. Today, Homeocan is the largest Canadian natural remedies company with a state-of-the-art laboratory based in Montreal. Homeocan’s mission is to produce and distribute natural remedies for the health needs of the whole family, even our four-legged friends with HomeoVet. For more information or to order any of their products, visit: https://homeocan.ca/en/

Our pets deserve quality natural remedies - that's why Homeocan has created the HomeoVet product line specifically designed for cats and dogs

Our pets are an integral part of our family and deserve effective quality treatments to feel good in their fur! So, to take care of our four-legged friends, Homeocan has launched the HomeoVet range, specifically designed for dogs and cats.

HomeoVet Offers a Variety of Natural Solutions for the Well-being of Animals

Thanks to HomeoVet, you can take care of your cat or dog easily and naturally. The HomeoVet range consists of 14 remedies, all made in Canada and without artificial flavour or colour, no added sugar, and no gluten.

With these 14 homeopathic remedies, you can relieve various symptoms and improve the well-being of your faithful companions, so that they are in great shape every day! From oral health to bone health, healthy fur, and the maintenance of ideal weight, all HomeoVet solutions will quickly the best ally for you and your pets:

Did you know? Because animal well being is of the utmost importance to us, when you buy a HomeoVet product on the Homeocan website, $1 is automatically donated to the SPCA, the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.

Your 3 HomeoVet Essentials!

HomeoVet brings 14 products that are effective and easy to use. Among them, we have selected three, essential for the well-being of your pet every day. We bet you'll adopt them quickly, and your four-legged friends too!

To soothe stress, ZenVet: If your cat or dog tends to be nervous, ZenVet is the product for you! It will help your pet achieve a good emotional balance and display healthy behavior and a calm attitude.

For quieter trips, Transportvet : every time you drive or fly, it's the same, your pet becomes anxious and stressed! To remedy this, TransportVet is the solution. Thanks to its natural ingredients, it balances the nervous system your dog or the cat and allows it to travel without fear and without nausea.

For better digestion, GastroVet: to improve the digestive health of your faithful companion, try GastroVet! This product contributes to the health your animal by improving the functioning of the digestive system and reducing flatulence and stool odor.

All products in the HomeoVet range are easy to administer to your pet thanks to their integrated dropper and their lack of flavour.

Natural Tips for Taking Care of Your Animals

In addition to using HomeoVet products, here are some natural tips you can adopt now to make your four-legged friend the happiest of animals!

Brush regularly: Use a brush adapted to the length of the fur of your pet to brush and help him eliminate dead hair and renew his coat.

Massage with floral water: It has been found that lavender floral water has a relaxing action and helps to prevent fleas. It also helps to take care of the coat. Do not hesitate to gently rub the body of your pet with this natural product!

Avoid smoke: Just like humans, animals are victims of passive smoking. If you smoke in an enclosed space where your 4-legged companion is, this smoke can irritate the entire respiratory system (sinus, throat, trachea, bronchi, and lungs). Editor's note: It has also been found that pets who spend time in smokey environments have a higher rate of ear infections.

Move every day: To prevent obesity in animals, it is essential that get a daily exercise period. Play with him, make him run, jump, climb ... In short, make him move so that he keeps fit!

You now know how to help maintain the well-being and health of your furry friend, naturally and effectively. Thanks to HomeoVet, your pet will be in great shape every day.

Thirty years ago, pharmacy graduate Michéle Boisvert founded Homeocan. Today, Homeocan is the largest Canadian natural remedies company with a state-of-the-art laboratory based in Montreal. Homeocan’s mission is to produce and distribute natural remedies for the health needs of the whole family, even our four-legged friends with HomeoVet. For more information or to order any of their products, visit: https://homeocan.ca/en/