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Still recovering from cancer treatment, took my walking poles for a jaunt through the Smith Tract off Watson. Kudos to those upgrading the trails. Peace and amazing woodscapes.

Dec 8th openings for CPR A certs...

Dec 8 @ 6 pm - public CPR A - 3 openings

Dec 15 @ 2 pm - private CPR C dental staff

Yes, we continue to offer Heart & Stroke CPR certs for the public, fitness instructors, healthcare providers and First Aid as well.

Contact us to schedule your cert time.

Want to do something for your well-being?

Arrange a leisurely healthy lunch at one of Guelph's numerous charming niche bistros...and chat with someone meaningful to your life. We chose Retour (Lebanese).

Hard to believe that North Americans stay confused about sugars (sucrose and other -ose), sugar alcohols (sorbitol and other-ols) and sugar substitutes (aspartame etc).

None are particularly healthy, even the unprocessed "naturals". A touch of unprocessed "raw" probably does least damage with respect to effect on IBS, diabetes, blood sugar spikes, diarrhea.

Consuming any of these in excess is linked with belly fat and obesity, largely because the low nutrional value triggers eating more to compensate for the under-nutrition of more slow-release, balanced foods. Imagine...diet drinks (reducing calories) actually promotes obesity.

All promote a dopamine brain chemical response which has an addictive effect that demands constant cravings for more. Again, promote obesity

Best to limit sugars, sugar alcohol, sugar substitutes. Stick with more fibres from actual veggies & fruits for healthy body and brain function.

Cpr A + AED February:
* Monday 27th @1 & 6 pm
Heart & Stroke (Chet) cpr.heartandstroke.ca
* Tuesday 28th @ 1 & 6 pm
Canfitpro (Pat) canfitpro.com

Again...a reveal about Nordic poles. Not just for stability and unloading all lower body joints & spine. Nordic Poles enable "All-Wheel-Drive"...so vital over slippery surfaces as we now face in Winter forest walks, where skiing may not yet be possible. Nordic poles enable enough intensity to surpass the cardio benefits of non-pole walking. Technique 3 steps to 1 pole plant further enhances both safety and fitness benefits.

Heart & Stroke CPR A+AED
Jan 15 @ 1 and 6 pm

Canfitpro CPR A+AED
Jan 12 @ 6 pm
Jan 17 @ 1 pm

Most Canadians have had their Covid and flu shots. We know Americans have a 3x higher mortality from Covid in 2022 than in 2021. Many Canadians have taken pride taking the first step with shots.

Yet, we know our Canadian health system continues to be overwhelmed with respiratory illnesses, not necessarily Covid or flu. This obviously affects all other medical emergencies. The average Canadian can certainly play a helpful role.

A common cold might be 8 days. Flu might be longer, includes muscle aches. Bronchitis might be 4-5 weeks with phlegm turning lighter in colour and thickness as you recover.

Of course, prevention is preferred. Smart exercise, hydration, sleep, nutrition, stress mgt are trad strategies most of us know. Even more important for the immune-challenged. Masking as appropriate can help.

But perhaps riding these through (generating appropriate antibodies) IF not life-threatening might be an option? That includes applying the above strategies more than usual, pacing your energy ouput for recovery.

Perhaps over-the-counter decongestants and/or expectorants or hydration or steam for non-emerg treatable symptoms?

Perhaps immune system enhancers such as turmeric, garlic etc. could contribute to the positive effect of regular exercise? Perhaps salt gargle in some upper tract infections? Perhaps hot/cold bags?

We do know that regular exercise is THE factor most corelated with longevity. I would add pain reduction is a nice bonus.

Definitely, our Healthcare system is overly-challenged.

In many cases, individuals can choose personal strategies that reduce this strain and enhance their quality of life. Even regular walking helps.

Where they CAN, they SHOULD. We'll have a more sustainable health-care system and happier citizens.