When was your last eye check-up?
5 December 2023
As we approach year-end, ensure you schedule your annual visit!
Embrace winter
4 December 2023
Go outside for a few minutes and breath in the fresh, crisp air. How invigorating!
DO YOU HAVE NEUROPATHY? HERE’S HOW TO TELL…
1 December 2023
High blood sugar levels over time can cause nerve damage, or “neuropathy” in feet and hands. Neuropathy causes a loss of sensation, where you cannot feel pain or discomfort from injury or foot concerns. Left untreated, neuropathy can lead to …
A HEALTHY DIET CAN LIMIT THE FIVE WHITE GIFTS
30 November 2023
Flour Sugar Salt Hard animal fat (butter, lard) Milk Best to reach for whole, real foods when possible.
POSSIBLE REMISSION OF TYPE 2 DIABETES
29 November 2023
New studies show remission is possible for some persons with type 2 diabetes. Normal blood glucose levels without diabetes medications over a process that can take eight months or more. Helpful actions include: bariatric surgery, low calorie diet, large increase …
PROTECT YOUR EYES FROM SUN AND SNOW THIS WINTER!
28 November 2023
Enjoy the gift of healthy eyesight!
EATING FOODS FROM MOTHER EARTH
27 November 2023
is good for managing diabetes and feeds body, emotions, mind and spirit.
Full Moon: Beaver Moon
27 November 2023
The Full Moon will manifest on Monday, November 27, 2022. The Beaver Moon in honour of our hard-working relations who set such a great example of industry and remind us to prepare well for the winter. This is the time …
FALL FOOT CARE
24 November 2023
When hunting, gathering or hiking: Practice preventative foot care. Keep feet dry and warm by changing out of wet socks to thick, wool socks and insulated boots
NEED A SNACK?
23 November 2023
Try a healthy one: yogurt with a small handful of almonds, fresh cut vegetables with hummus, or a slice of whole grain toast with peanut butter.
SIGNS OF TYPE 2 DIABETES
22 November 2023
Body functioning is unable to return glucose levels to normal after a meal (usually by 2 hours after the meal). Signs: Increased thirst, increased hunger, low energy, unexplained weight loss, increased urination or flu like symptoms. See you doctor or …
Regular eye checkups are so important.
21 November 2023
SOME EYE CONDITIONS, SUCH AS DIABETIC RETINOPATHY can cause vision loss and even blindness due to damage to the blood vessels in the back of the eye.