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www.oakvillebeaver.com · OAKVILLE BEAVER Thursday, April 15, 2010 · 18 Health and Wellness Better information is the key to better health (NC)--Any time you see a health care professional, the most important thing you can bring in and take away is the same: information. "The more informed that you and your provider are about your health, the better your health outcomes," says Anne Coghlan, president of the Federation of Health Regulatory Colleges of Ontario (FHRCO). FHRCO is the body that comprises Ontario's 25 health regulatory colleges, which together govern over 260,000 health care professionals and hold them accountable for their conduct and practice (see www.regulatedhealthprofessions.on.ca). When dealing with any health care professional, Coghlan says to remember these three keys: · Tell. Inform your provider about any relevant treatments/medications/conditions, or any changes in your health. Mention if you're seeing other health care professionals, and discuss how your provider might work with them. · Ask. Ask as many questions as needed until you're comfortable with treatment options, instructions or advice. When dealing with multiple health care professionals, get their various perspectives on your issue. You want a complete picture to make an informed decision. · Listen. Pay attention to your provider and get clarification as needed. Write down important information. This will help you remember the details later or share them with family or other care providers. "Listen to the people who can help you make the best health decisions and then act on the instructions or suggestions," says FHRCO's Coghlan. Are Canadian health care consumers as informed as they should be? Not according to a study by the Canadian Council on Learning, which defines health literacy as the ability to access and interpret information about your health, and make well-informed health decisions. The study found that those with the lowest levels of health literacy are two-and-a-half times more likely to report being in poor or fair health as those with the highest levels. C H A N G I N G T H E W AY Y O U T R A I N F O R E V E R Sage advice to beat the heat (NC)--For years there have been pharmaceutical treatments available to help women such as hormone estrogen, which has been proven to have serious side effects. However, there are a number of natural options for women who are looking to beat the heat: · Eat healthy: a diet which includes nutrient, mineral and fibre rich foods such as beans, soy products, fruits and vegetables not only contribute to our overall well-being but can also help to ease menopausal symptoms. · Exercise: including regular exercise in our routine can help by promoting mobility, flexibility and relaxation. · Sage: used for millennia as a medicine, its antispasmodic and astringent effects make it effective to treat the symptoms of menopause, with tablets made from fresh leaves being particularly effective in reducing hot flashes and excessive sweating. More information on herbal remedies for menopause is available at www.AVogel.ca COME TRAIN WITH ALL-STAR ARGO LB ­ KEVIN EIBEN AT HIS SST OAKVILLE! 905.338.1500 EARTH DAY 505 IROQUOIS SHORE ROAD, UNIT #12, OAKVILLE, ONTARIO Specializes in: Acorn Family Health and Wellness · Fertility Issues · Low Back/Neck Pain · Sciatica · Posture and Osteoarthritis · Pediatrics · Pre and Postnatal Care · Naturally Turning Breech Babies · Headaches/Migraines www.sstcanada.com CANADA'S #1 RATED SPEED FACILITY RANKED TOP 15 IN NORTH AMERICA! Burlington · Hamilton · Mississauga · Oakville · Richmond Hill · Vaughan · Waterloo CHIROPRACTIC MOTHER'S MORNING OUT Wellnes Wellness, Health and Development Information for You and Your Family REMINDER FREE PROGRAM Wellness care for the entire family! Bring your baby/toddler and friends and let's have some FUN! Monday, April 12, 2010 10:30-11:30 a.m. · Baby Yoga · Developmental and cognitive activities · Meet other new parents · Postural and core strengthening exercises for parents · Health and wellness discussions CALL NOW - PLAYMAT SPACE IS LIMITED! 245 Wyecroft Road, Unit 2, Oakville, ON (Prana Yoga & Wellness Studios) Dr. Jenna Davis Family Chiropractor/Acupuncturist April 22 2010 www.acornhealth.ca 905.334.0975