Activity: Going for walks after dinner can really help kids burn off any extra energy from the excitement of being back to school. A walk can also help us to relax and wind down from a busy day and get …
Shop in the afternoon when feet are naturally swollen. Opt for heel support and or straps, as well as thick soles for shock absorption. Select breathable materials
Managing Excessive Screen Time is a challenge for many, but it is a conscious choice and can lead to deeply satisfying engagement in simpler activities. This benefits our well-being in the long-term. Here are some ideas: • Immerse yourself in …
Morning before breakfast between 4.0 and 7.0 mmol/L. After meals (2 hours) blood glucose between 5.0 and 10.0.
Healthy Lunches – being creative and getting our kids, and ourselves, to enjoy a healthy lunch can sometimes be a little challenging. Making lunches together can be fun and kids get to decide what they would like. There are a …
Go for a walk! Moving around helps with the blood flow to the feet. To explore how IDHC can work together with your community, your organization, or you — contact Lindsey Cosh, Foot Care Coordinator, at C. 289-668-0551 or T. …
Though beneficial to present-day life in many ways, it is very deceiving. Studies show that excessive screen time means excessive sedentary living; this is a health risk. Revitalize your body, mind, and spirit.
Increased thirst, Increased urination, increased hunger, feeling tired and weak, blurred vision, unexpected weight loss, flu-like symptoms, cuts that do not heal. Concerned? Talk to your health care provider.
Getting our families back into bedtime routines can be challenging in the first week of school. Try logging off all technology and screens a couple hours before bedtime to slow our brains down so we can get a good night’s …
Wash, dry, inspect and moisturize your feet. Prevent dry skin, cracks and heel fissures. These can led to infection. To explore how IDHC can work together with your community, your organization, or you — contact Lindsey Cosh, Foot Care Coordinator, …
Frustrated about difficulty making important healthy lifestyle changes? Deliberately sprinkle your day with ample breaks from technologies. Could be just what you need. These breaks may stabilize your energy level, reduce stress and press the reset button for mind and …
Stress impacts our health. For services for your community, your organization, or you — contact Kathleen LaForme, IDHC Community Knowledge and Partnership Worker at 905-388-6010 or Kathleen.ckpw@idhc.life.