Medically Supported, Scientifically Tested & Technology Based Weight Loss Solution Expands Nationally
Mobile Friendly LeanMD, Inc. Provides Users Proven and Simple to Use System to
Lose Weight Four Times Faster than Typical Weight Management Program
San Ramon, CA – November 26, 2018 – LeanMD, a technology-based solution and medically supported weight loss program that features a cutting-edge mobile app, and offers patients a way to lose weight safely and effectively, is expanding nationally. After four years of research development and nearly ten years of hands-on learning in medical practices, the proven weight loss and management solution has grown beyond its early-adopter practices and opened in physician’s offices in California, Texas, Indiana, and Colorado.
Started by Board Certified Internal Medicine and Primary Care physician Dr. Mike Temkin in his San Ramon, California practice, along with his co-founder and fellow Primary Care physician Dr. Mark Musco, who services as Chief Medical Officer, a Registered Dietician, and team of software engineers and technologists, LeanMD successfully brings together scientific and medical research, real world experiences, physician support, and cutting-edge technology. Patients sign up for the program through a local medical practice (often times, their personal doctor’s) and conveniently receive support, guidance and information through both the doctor and their personalized mobile app.
“The LeanMD program is simple and convenient to use for both the patient and the doctor,” Dr. Musco said. “It calls for real food (not packaged), uses a mobile friendly and convenient communication platform, and involves many scientifically backed results as well as education nutritional counseling for the patient. Furthermore, LeanMD is managed and overseen by your doctor, so patients immediately feel comfortable with the program from the outset.”
LeanMD is currently available in over 20 medical practices in cities including: Berkeley, CA; Brentwood, CA; Brookings, OR; Capitola, CA; Dallas, TX; Fresno, CA; Louisville, CO; Manteca, CA; Modesto, CA; Monroe, LA; Rocklin, CA; San Diego, CA; San Francisco, CA; San Leandro, CA; San Ramon, CA; Stockton, CA; Terre Haute, IN; and Walnut Creek, CA.
“We are thrilled to grow and expand the LeanMD program to cities and communities across the country,” Dr. Temkin added. “Physicians love our program because it is scientifically backed, numbers based, requires real food, features a technology platform which provides education, and most importantly brings their patients back to health. And the patients love LeanMD because it’s flexible, affordable, simple and works!”
Dr. Temkin’s and Dr. Musco’s shared goal: “We’d love to see every doctor in America engage and treat their patients with the LeanMD program and mobile app. We truly believe it is possible because not only does the program work, but it’s easy to use and conveniently fits into each individual’s lifestyle. We believe the best way to attract people to a healthier lifestyle is to develop products that make that lifestyle more enjoyable. That’s what LeanMD does!”
How it works?
The LeanMD program’s success to date is attributed to its scientifically backed program that works in conjunction with personal coaching, mindfulness training, education, everyday living, and mobile technology. By collaborating with the patient’s personal physician, LeanMD is able to tailor a weight loss program that fits specific needs, and both addresses and treats many chronic conditions & medical issues. Further, through the cutting-edge LeanMD app, patients have a communications platform customized to them based on information only their doctor would know. As a result, doctors can accurately monitor the patient’s progress and provide expert advice and analysis to keep them on track.
For more than five years, LeanMD has successfully aided thousands in their weight loss journey by creating a program built specifically for the patient. According to the founders, LeanMD teaches the patient what works best for his or her unique physiology, and how to eat without incessant counting.
LeanMD also provides the following:
- Real, Fresh Food: Patients eat delicious and healthy, not-prepackaged or processed foods, which means following the LeanMD is not only convenient and flexible, but manageable for the long term.
- Easy to Follow Program: The LeanMD program is simple, safe and effective.
- Personalized Support: One-to-one coaching and tools designed to help the patient mindfully manage their weight long terms ensures success through the program and after.
- Evidence-Based: Through its scientifically-based nutrition principles, LeanMD is not only safe and effective, but it also may improve conditions such as HTN, CAD, diabetes I & II, GERD and more. Losing weight may also help reduce join, back and arthritis pain; improve mobility; and reduce the need for certain medications.
- Mobile Flexibility: The LeanMD mobile app shows the patient an overview of their personal information (weight, goals, total lost); the ability to track their individual process; access to nutritional information and tips (including sources of protein, vegetables and fruits); tips and strategies for success; menu planning and shopping; exercises tracking; and mindfulness tips. Simultaneously, doctors can accurately monitor progress and provide expert advice and analysis to keep the patient on track.
During the weight loss phase of the program, LeanMD creates a calorie deficit to induce rapid weight loss. In a study of 90 patients, the average pounds lost in three-months by patients was 27.8, in six-months was 39.67. These results made LeanMD four times more effective than other programs/diets, Following the weight loss phase, LeanMD patients are moved to the Sustainable Loss Program, to help them maintain the weight loss through the use of built-in monitoring and support.
Learn more about LeanMD at www.leanMD.com.
About Dr. Michael Temkin, DO
Michael Temkin, DO, is a Board Certified Internal Medicine and Primary Care physician and co-founder of LeanMD, Inc. Michael Temkin, DO grew up in a family of physicians and is carrying on that legacy at his primary care practice in San Ramon, California. Serving patients in the Tri-Valley and throughout the Bay Area, Dr. Temkin provides compassionate care that treats the whole person, not just symptoms. Dr. Temkin is a highly-regarded internal medicine physician with more than 20 years of experience. After graduating from the Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine in Pomona, California, he completed his residency in internal medicine at Alameda Medical Center in Oakland, California, through a University of California San Francisco Medical Center Program.
He is a member of the American College of Physicians, the American Osteopathic Association, and the Obesity Medicine Association. Dr. Temkin stays involved in the community and has served as the team physician for the California High School football team in San Ramon for over 15 years. He’s an affiliated physician with San Ramon Regional Medical Center and John Muir Medical Center. Dr. Temkin’s philosophy centers around using preventive care to treat the whole patient. He believes in treating the root causes of symptoms to help patients heal from chronic conditions, and helping patients lose excess weight so they can feel their best. He takes the time to really listen to patients and cultivate relationships with them, so they feel comfortable talking with him and heeding his honest advice about improving their health.
About Dr. Mark Musco, MD
Mark Musco, MD, is a Primary Care Physician, founder and owner of Diablo Family Physicians, and co-founder of LeanMD, Inc. His specific medical interests include: Pediatric and Adolescent care; Diabetes, Hypertension, Lipid Disorders; Exercise & Nutrition; Preventive Health and Education; Men’s Health; and Weight Loss. He was drawn to family medicine for the relationship and connection with his patients. The passion he has for listening to and advocating for his patients is what drives his love of medicine. Dr. Musco co-founded Diablo Family Physicians with his wife Dr. Dolores Musco, with their mission being to treat patients like family and provide the best care possible for the community. Dr. Musco earned his MD from The Chicago Medical School and completed his residency in family medicine at the UCLA School of Medicine affiliated program at Ventura County Medical Center. He is certified through the American Board of Family Medicine. When not caring for patients at the practice Dr. Musco can be found hanging out with his family or on Mount Diablo on his Mountain Bike.
About LeanMD, Inc.
LeanMD is a medically supported weight loss program that features a mobile app, and offers patients a way to lose weight safely and effectively. Founded on evidence-based medicine and scientifically backed nutrition principles, LeanMD was developed by a team of dedicated professionals that included physicians, registered dieticians, technologists and software engineers. The medically supervised program gives participants access to the best and most up-to-date medical, pharmaceutical, and nutritional support available. Both high tech and high touch, LeanMD is designed to help users achieve weight loss that is both healthy and sustainable. Powered by mobile technology, physicians and patients alike benefit from the efficiency, one-stop convenience and remote access that LeanMD offers. Today, LeanMD has locations throughout California, Colorado, Indiana, Louisiana, Texas and Oregon, with new markets scheduled to launch. Learn more at www.leanmd.com.
Popular Carrot Rewards App Celebrates Million-User Milestone by Launching Carrot Plus
TORONTO, Nov. 26, 2018 /CNW/ - Carrot Rewards, Canada's most popular wellness app, marks the arrival of its one-millionth user today by launching Carrot Plus, a version that enables Canadians to earn rewards up to 10x faster when they achieve their daily walking goals.
The celebrated platform — named Best App in Canada by MobileSyrup and ranked as one of the fastest growing startup companies by Canadian Business and Maclean's magazine — has already awarded Canadians two billion points from everyday reward programs like Aeroplan®, SCENE®, Petro-Points™, More Rewards®, Drop and RBC Rewards™. Users earn their choice of loyalty points for participating in fun wellness quizzes and for staying physically active and meeting daily step goals.
By upgrading to one of three Carrot Plus tiers, Canadians will now be able to earn 2x, 5x or even 10x more rewards when they reach their personalized daily step goals, for a special introductory monthly subscription fee of $1.99, $3.99 or $5.99 respectively. Users who upgrade to Carrot Plus for a full year will also qualify for the special introductory pricing as well as additional bonuses of hundreds, or in some cases, thousands of reward points.
"We're doing it again," said Andreas Souvaliotis, Founder and CEO of Carrot Rewards. "Now that we've proven the unique power of everyday wellness incentives, now that we know the positive difference Carrot can make in the daily wellness and physical activity levels of entire populations, now is the time to raise our impact bar again by offering Canadians the option to earn even more rewards for staying active each day. We are proud of the incredible difference we've made in the lives of one million people and we're ready to create even more engagement and positive behaviour changes across the country."
About Carrot Rewards
Carrot Rewards is an AI-driven public engagement platform that leverages behavioural economics and nudge theory to motivate Canadians to make better everyday lifestyle choices. Carrot Rewards harnesses the power of the most popular consumer loyalty programs in Canada to maximize its appeal and user engagement. Carrot users earn their choice of Aeroplan® Miles, SCENE® points, Petro-Points™, More Rewards® points, Drop points or RBC Rewards each time they interact with the app. The Carrot platform was created in collaboration with public sector agencies, the three leading Canadian health NGOs and the private sector.
With over a million downloads across Canada, Carrot is the most popular and trusted public engagement platform in the country. Carrot was recognized as Canadian App of the Year by MobileSyrup, is ranked as a Top 10 Loyalty Program in Canada by the Bond Brand Loyalty Report and as one of the Top Fastest Growing Companies by Canadian Business and Maclean's.
For more information, please visit: www.carrotapp.com
Twitter & Instagram: @carrot_rewards
Facebook: /carrotrewards
Available for Interviews:
Andreas Souvaliotis, Founder and CEO, Carrot Rewards
Lorne Solway, Chief Marketing and Strategy Officer, Carrot Rewards
SOURCE Carrot Insights
Health Canada Has Now Authorized ADYNOVATE® [Antihemophilic Factor (Recombinant), PEGylated] in Pediatrics for Treatment of Children Under 12 with Hemophilia A[1]
Canadian children now have access to ADYNOVATE®, which offers a twice-weekly prophylaxis dosing schedule and on-demand control of bleeding episodes1
TORONTO, Nov. 26, 2018 /CNW/ - Shire Pharma Canada ULC (Shire Canada), the leading global biotechnology company focused on rare diseases, is pleased to announce that on November 21, 2018 Health Canada authorized the extended indication for ADYNOVATE® [Antihemophilic Factor (Recombinant), PEGylated] for children under the age of 12 living with hemophilia A.1 In Canada, hemophilia A affects fewer than 1 in 10,000 people, or about 2,500 individuals.2
With this approval, Canadians under the age of 12 living with hemophilia A will now have access to ADYNOVATE®, the first extended half-life (EHL) PEGylated (Recombinant) factor VIII treatment available for:1
- Control and prevention of bleeding episodes
- Prophylaxis to prevent or reduce the frequency of bleeding episodes
- Perioperative management
ADYNOVATE® is designed to offer twice-weekly prophylaxis dosing as well as on-demand control of bleeding episodes for children with hemophilia A and for use during surgery.1 It is built on ADVATE® [Antihemophilic Factor (Recombinant)],1 the world's most widely used FVIII treatment.
"It is an exciting time in hemophilia care, with many promising products in the pipeline and coming to market," said Paul Wilton, President, Canadian Hemophilia Society.
Health Canada's authorization of the extended indication for ADYNOVATE® was based on data from a multi-centre, open-label, prospective, uncontrolled Phase 3 clinical study of patients under 12 years of age.1
The safety and efficacy of ADYNOVATE® was evaluated in a total of 73 pediatric previously treated patients (PTPs) with severe hemophilia A, of which 66 subjects were dosed (32 subjects aged <6 years and 34 subjects aged 6 to <12 years).1 The prophylactic regimen was 40 to 60 IU/kg of ADYNOVATE twice a week, with a mean (SD) dose of 51.1 IU/kg (5.5).1 The ABR was analyzed in a negative binomial model with the presence or absence of target joints and age at screening <6 years versus 6 to <12 years as covariates, and the duration of the observation period in years as an offset.1 The point estimate for the overall mean ABR was 3.04 (95% CI 2.21 – 4.19), with a median of 2.0.1 The point estimate for the mean ABR of spontaneous bleeds was 1.16 (95% CI 0.74 – 1.83), with a median of 0, and for joint bleeds it was 1.10 (95% CI 0.64 – 1.91), with a median of 0.1
Of the 66 subjects treated prophylactically:1
- 73 per cent experienced no joint bleeding episodes
- 67 per cent experienced no spontaneous bleeding episodes
- 38 per cent experienced no bleeding episodes
ADYNOVATE® was first approved in Canada in November 2016, for use in hemophilia A patients 12 years and older for on-demand treatment, prophylaxis and perioperative management to reduce the frequency of bleeding episodes.
"As a leader in developing innovative therapies to improve care for hemophilia patients, Shire is pleased to now offer a treatment option that can help Canadians manage hemophilia A from early childhood through to adulthood," said Eric Tse, General Manager, Shire Canada. "ADYNOVATE®'s unique PEGylation technology allows patients to achieve their treatment goals by providing bleed protection and extending time between treatments, allowing patients to spend more time leading active lives, doing what they love."
About Hemophilia A
Hemophilia A, the most common type of hemophilia, is a rare bleeding disorder that causes longer-than-normal bleeding due to lack of clotting factor VIII in the blood.3 Hemophilia primarily affects males, with an incidence of one in 5,000 male births.4 The severity of hemophilia A is determined by the amount of factor in the blood, with more severity associated with lower amounts of factor.5 More than half of patients with hemophilia A have the severe form of the condition.5 Approximately 25-30% of individuals with severe hemophilia A develop inhibitors.6 Inhibitors are a rare, but a serious medical problem that can occur when a person with hemophilia has an immune response to treatment with clotting factor concentrates.7
About ADYNOVATE®
ADYNOVATE® is built on the full-length ADVATE® molecule,1 a treatment for hemophilia A that has been used by patients worldwide for more than 13 years.8 ADYNOVATE® provides proven prophylaxis with twice-weekly dosing for patients with hemophilia A, helping to further individualize options for this patient population.1 The PEGylation technology was selected because it maintains the integrity of the parent molecule (ADVATE®) and reduces the time at which the body clears ADYNOVATE®, resulting in an extended circulating half-life.1
ADYNOVATE® is contraindicated in patients who have had prior anaphylactic reaction to ADYNOVATE®, to the parent molecule (ADVATE®[Antihemophilic Factor (Recombinant)]), mouse or hamster protein, or excipients of ADYNOVATE® (e.g. Tris, calcium chloride, mannitol, sodium chloride, trehalose, glutathione, histidine, and/or polysorbate 80).1
The most common adverse reactions (≥1% of subjects) reported in the clinical studies were headache, diarrhea, nausea and rash.1
Hypersensitivity reactions have been reported with ADYNOVATE®.1 Allergic-type hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylaxis, are rare complications of treatment with recombinant antihemophilic factor, including the parent molecule, ADVATE®.1 Immediately discontinue administration and initiate appropriate treatment if hypersensitivity reactions occur.1
PEG exposure levels resulting from ADYNOVATE® therapy are very low.1 Based upon available experimental data, there is also a lack of evidence supporting the potential for accumulation of the specific PEG (20kDA) used in the pegylation of ADYNOVATE®.1 The potential for PEG accumulation with ADYNOVATE® is therefore considered to be low.1
Formation of neutralizing antibodies (inhibitors) to factor VIII can occur following administration of factor VIII products.1 Monitor patients regularly for the development of factor VIII inhibitors by appropriate clinical observations and laboratory tests.1 Perform an assay that measures factor VIII inhibitor concentration if the plasma factor VIII level fails to increase as expected, or if bleeding is not controlled with expected dose.1 Inhibitor development has been reported in ADYNOVATE®.1
The safety and efficacy of ADYNOVATE® in routine prophylaxis and the treatment of bleeding episodes have been evaluated in 66 previously treated children aged less than 12 years.1 There were no severe bleeding episodes in the study and none of the subjects underwent surgery.1
Pharmacokinetic studies in children (<12 years) have demonstrated higher clearance, a shorter half-life and lower incremental recovery of factor VIII compared to adults.1
To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Shire at drugsafety@shire.com, or Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345 or https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/drugs-health-products/medeffect-canada/adverse-reaction-reporting.html.
Please see full Prescribing Information within the Canadian Product Monograph.
About Shire
Shire is the global biotechnology leader serving patients with rare diseases and specialized conditions. We seek to push boundaries through discovering and delivering new possibilities for patient communities who often have few or no other champions. Relentlessly on the edge of what's next, we are serial innovators with a diverse pipeline, offering fresh thinking and new hope. Serving patients and partnering with healthcare communities in over 100 countries, we strive to be part of the entire patient journey to enable earlier diagnosis, raise standards of care, accelerate access to treatment, and support patients. Our diverse portfolio of therapeutic areas includes Immunology, Hematology, Genetic Diseases, Neuroscience, Internal Medicine and Ophthalmics.
Championing patients is our call to action: it brings the opportunity and responsibility to change people's lives. www.shire.com
About Shire Pharma Canada ULC
Shire Pharma Canada ULC is a subsidiary of Shire. Our Canadian office is located in Toronto, Ontario. For more information, please visit: www.shirecanada.com.
SOURCE Shire Pharma Canada ULC
Healthy Lifestyle Habits Can Prevent Dementia
Chattanooga, TN, Nov. 23, 2018 ― Dr. Timothy R. Jennings speaks expertly on a subject that concerns over 5.5 million people across the nation: how to prevent dementia and keep our mind sharp as we age. A psychiatrist and international speaker, Jennings introduces his new book, recently rated #1 by Amazon in books on dementia, The Aging Brain: Proven Steps to Prevent Dementia and Sharpen Your Mind.
Dr. Jennings prescribes simple, everyday actions we can take to stave off disease, promote vitality, and prevent dementia and late-onset Alzheimer's. "The choices we make now can help us to keep our minds sharp and maintain our independence as we age,” says Jennings.
An easy-to-use guide to maintaining brain and body health throughout life, The Aging Brain is based on solid, up-to-date scientific research, and the interventions discussed can prevent progression toward dementia, even in those already showing signs of mild cognitive impairment. The recommendations also may help reduce disability and depression.
"This book isn't just for people hoping to slow the aging process,” says Jennings. "It's also for anyone who is a caregiver to someone at risk of or already beginning to suffer from dementia. It offers a hopeful, healthy way forward.”
Jennings, who maintains a private practice in Chattanooga, TN, has authored several books, including The God-Shaped Brain and The God-Shaped Heart. He is a Distinguished Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association and Fellow of the Southern Psychiatric Association, and is president and founder of Come and Reason Ministries.
For more information about Dr. Jennings, please visit the website: https://www.agingbrainbook.com.
To connect with Dr. Jennings, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/DrTimJennings/ and https://twitter.com/timjenningsmd.
The Aging Brain: Proven Steps to Prevent Dementia and Sharpen Your Mind
Baker Books
Released: June 2018
ISBN-10: 080107522X
ISBN-13: 978-0801075223
Reviews for The Aging Brain: Proven Steps to Prevent Dementia and Sharpen Your Mind:
Dr. Caroline Leaf, Cognitive Neuroscientist, Communication Pathologist and Author: "Great advice and excellent science on aging! It's well worth following and applying these principles so as to age the way we are supposed to.”
Rodney A. Poling, MD, DFAPA, medical director, Behavioral Healthcare Center, Columbia TN., and board-certified geriatric psychiatrist: "A well-researched and commonsense book aimed at helping one understand the complexities of dementia, while offering recommendations for maintaining healthy brain function into our later years.”
Michael Lyles, psychiatrist, author, and speaker: "Dr. Jennings clearly describes how to practically manage the medical and lifestyle variables that can positively impact brain health and the process of aging. Age is a number, but getting old is a lifestyle.”
The Gifted Journey Helps Readers Uncover Their Unique Paths
Discovery Bay, CA, November 23, 2018—Gallup-certified strengths coach Stephanie Moore brings her proven method for finding, and living, a path of true joy and fulfillment in The Gifted Journey: Five Transformative Steps to Uncovering Your Unique Path.
Moore stays focused on all things positive, as she introduces her actionable five-step process designed to help readers Discover, Discern, Dream, Design and Do what they were always meant to do based upon their natural strengths—their gifts.
Each of the five steps contains exploratory exercises that walk readers through personal reflection and the gathering of objective perspectives from trusted colleagues and friends. The result is a blend of self assessments and external input that makes The Gifted Journey uniquely adaptable to the needs of each individual.
Along the way, Moore shares professional and personal anecdotes to help drive home her impactful message that through embracing our authentic skill sets, we can move toward more promising futures with renewed passion and enthusiasm.
The Gifted Journey is for anyone questioning their direction in life, including those about to apply for colleges, those just starting out in their careers, downsizing statistics, or those who are simply unhappy with their current path and need some course correction. Each of these situations can be a powerful catalyst to seeking change, and the five steps in The Gifted Journey can help readers uncover their gifts and put them to work.
Stephanie Moore is a Gallup-certified strengths coach with more than two decades of experience in leadership development, career consulting and executive coaching. As a strengths-based practitioner, she has used her unique blend of expertise, passion and spirituality to help thousands of people discover more fulfilling and rewarding career paths. She has designed and currently delivers the highly successful and comprehensive development courses, Strengths-Based Development and Strengths-Based Teams, to organizations, universities and associations across the globe.
She launched The Moore Group, Inc., in 2000 and cofounded the nonprofit Catholic Strengths and Engagement Community in 2008. She is a native of Northern California and holds a bachelor's degree in psychology from St. Mary's College in Moraga, California. She is also a graduate of the School for Pastoral Ministry through the Diocese of Oakland. She is currently developing a series of retreats and workshops that follow The Gifted Journey process.
For more information, please visit www.thegiftedjourney.com.
The Gifted Journey: Five Transformative Steps to Uncovering Your Unique Path
Inspired Forever Book Publishing
Release date: September 15, 2018
ISBN-13: 9780999625880
ISBN-13: 9780999625897
Available from Amazon.com and other e-book retailers
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Q & As available on request
Reviews:
Fredrick Gilbert, Ph.D., Let'er Rip Productions – "… Whether you are starting out life in high school or making major mid-life changes this book is the tool belt that will help you construct your future. It is all here: self-assessment tools; exercises to understand your strengths and passions; ways to evaluate where you fit into the world of work. Stephanie's writing style is so accessible. She feels like an old friend who is being straight with you by letting you inside her own life-changing struggles. … If you are struggling to understand how your past can chart your future happiness, read this book. Do the exercises. Put it into action. Then write a thank you note to Stephanie.”
Mary McGlynn, president and VP of learning, development and research, PowerSpeaking, Inc. – "Stephanie Moore's The Gifted Journey serves as your personal archaeologist. As you proactively become a searcher of clues, a seeker of patterns, and a creator for your own fulfilled future, you find the path to your own career satisfaction. With assessments, tools, and exercises, your story unfolds in a magical way.”
Jo Ann Miller, OSF Strengths Development Center, former 40-year Gallup employee – "The Gifted Journey, is an amazing contribution! As Stephanie shares from her own gifted journey, she will lead you to discover your own 'conscious competence' at whatever time in your life you meet her invitation. When individuals truly work in their 'strengths zone,' it feels 'just right to them and others like it too.' One can feel Stephanie's joy and pleasure—not only in her own life's multifaceted talent discoveries, but in her day-to-day experience of living them out. Walk with Stephanie through her 5-D strategy for life's journey. Find a GIFT on every page as you 'learn, love and live' your gifted journey.”
Rick Fersch, former president and CEO of Eddie Bauer – "The 'WOW' moment in this book is when you recognize that each day is a gift waiting to be opened and discovered. I strongly subscribe to Stephanie's thesis that our life journey should be used to uncover and emphasize our strengths—and to build upon these gifts for a more fulfilling and promising future. Executing this 5 stage process will allow us to live the life that was always intended just for us. I was a business leader for over 30 years, and as president and CEO of Eddie Bauer, I suffered a life threatening stroke that changed my world and led me to embrace these stages. Using this process allowed me to discern how best to change my course, and how to apply my gifts to the faith world as Executive Director of Stewardship and Development at the Archdiocese of Seattle. Through living my own life journey, I can readily embrace and endorse Stephanie's well laid out process. It is both refreshing and innovative—building on widely known and successful concepts for helping to find your true self. Her unique and easy to read format allows you to execute action points that help support your master life plan.”
This holiday season, however you cut it, blend it, chop it, mix it, cook it or juice it, Hamilton Beach has a solution. Here are some tips and tools from Hamilton Beach that you may find useful as you prep for gift shopping and holiday get-togethers.
Hamilton Beach® Professional 5 Speed Hand Mixer
MSRP: $39.99
Looking to bake up a storm over the holidays or shopping for a baker? This ergonomically designed hand mixer features a powerful, lightweight motor, and five-speed settings - including a slow starting speed to prevent splatters. The swivel cord makes this mixer easy for left or right handed use, and the snap-on storage case keeps beaters, whisk and other attachments in one place.
Hamilton Beach® Professional All-Metal Drink Mixer
MSRP: $159.99
Mix things up this year with Hamilton Beach’s Professional Series Drink Mixer - it’s perfect for indulgent or healthier options! With a tilting mixing head, 100 watts of power, and a 2-speed motor, this mixer is ideal for creating protein shakes, fruit smoothies, omelettes, and scrambled eggs.
Hamilton Beach® FlexBrew® 2-Way Thermal Coffee Maker
MSRP: $119.99
The perfect holiday helper. Brewing a pot of for guests and/or a single cup is easier than ever with the FlexBrew 2-Way Coffee Maker. Brew up to 10 cups with the stainless steel carafe, or use the single serve brew option with ground basket or K-Cup pack.
Hamilton Beach® Cold Brew Pitcher
MSRP: $29.99
Start Saturday morning with a refreshingly cold version of a hot favourite! Hamilton Beach’s Cold Brew Pitcher is a great gift idea for the early-riser. This new product allows one to enjoy less acidic, smooth tasting cold brew coffee. Just fill the carafe with water, add coarsely ground coffee to the infuser, add the lid and shake the pitcher before placing in the refrigerator overnight.
Make it Bold this holiday season
Stylish design is just as important as exceptional quality and performance. Hamilton Beach’s new white stainless steel collection is the perfect companion to any kitchen style. Designed with elegant curves and bright stainless steel exteriors, the White and Stainless Collection includes six products accented with white details. With a shiny and clean appearance, each product makes a sleek statement on the countertop without causing clutter. This collection includes the following products:
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1.7L Variable Temperature Stainless Kettle - $79.99
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12 Cup Programmable Coffee Maker - $79.99
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MultiBlend Blender - $49.99
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2 Slice Toaster - $49.99
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Easy-Reach Convection Toaster Oven - $89.99
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10 Quart Slow Cooker - $59.99
Free Classes at Hoame for Black Friday & Cyber Monday
In honour of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Toronto's largest and newest modern meditation studio Hoame will be introducing their 1-year unlimited class memberships to the public at a super discounted rate of $365 + HST for a limited quantity (a 50% off discount). The campaign will run from Friday, November 23rd (Black Friday) to Monday, November 26th (Cyber Monday).
About Hoame: Established in 2018, Hoame was founded by mental health and mindfulness professionals Stephanie Kersta MSc, RP and Carolyn Plater-Zyberk MSW, RSW with an intention to eliminate the idea that stress is a normalized and acceptable state of being. With over 5,000 square feet devoted to wellness, Hoame provides a contemporary atmosphere where mindfulness and ease are the guiding principles of our daily existence. Guests are invited to explore their own self- awareness via the light and dark meditation rooms, Himalayan rock salt cave, infrared sauna, regular wellness workshops, curated retail products and health tonics on tap.
Website: www.hoame.ca
Hashtag: #WelcomeHoame or #RelaxAtHoame
Facebook: MyHoame
Profound Answers May Lie Beyond Human Awareness
Los Angeles, CA, November 21, 2018 — In his deeply insightful writings, Dr. Pieter Noomen shares what he discovered through transcendent experiences during which he fully connected with the source of all existence — something he asserts can be achieved by every human being who is willing to open his or her mind to the information from the universe.
Over the course of many years, Noomen was granted transformative "visits” into another human dimension — on the spirit level — and he freely shares the universal and eternal facts of life that were communicated to him on his website, www.wordsforall.org.
As he explains on his website, "I can only say that the information came from a presence on my innermost spiritual level I was in communication with for some time. The words seem the result of my spirit merging with the spirit of life It/Her/Himself.”
Visitors to Noomen's website can read about the 12 components of life through his 12 booklets: Oneness, Love, Life, Fire, Space, Connectedness, Progression, Effect, Freedom, Joy, Differentness and Harmony. Throughout his writings, Noomen avoids using the name of any deity, such as God, and instead uses what he refers to as The Seven Names, each of which relates on a human level to the situation at hand: One Holy, Love, Truth, Proper, Healing, Manifestation and Energy.
A series of lessons on the site shares 147 thought-provoking questions and the illuminating answers that came to him during his extensive communications with the All Spirit.
Ultimately, Noomen posits that directly or indirectly, life stems from one common source and that to connect with that source is the highest level of existence we can achieve on earth.
"In death,” Noomen writes, "everyone will, without exception and in a purely personal way, find out whether or not there is another dimension of existence.” The reflections shared on Noomen's website invite readers to not wait until the end of their earthly lives for the answer.
Born in the Netherlands, Pieter Noomen completed doctoral studies in theology and pastoral psychology at the Free University of Amsterdam and was senior minister of three protestant churches. Later he worked as a psychotherapist and as a staff member of a Los Angeles metropolitan church. He was involved in mental health issues like suicide prevention and hospice. His personal spiritual path widened substantially — unexpectedly and quite sensationally —25 years ago when he was drawn to the insights of Dr. Peter D. Francuch (1934-2001), who wrote about his communications with what he called the Positive State. This led to Noomen's interest in experiencing a direct, personal connection with the One Who is Life. Noomen is retired and resides in Hollywood, California.
To read the works of Dr. Pieter Noomen, please visit www.wordsforall.org.
Learn How To Stop The Interaction Of Elements That Produce Cancer
Hampton, VA, November 20, 2018 — No one wants to hear from their doctor that they have cancer, and only six months to live. But these are the words that Dr. Carl O. Helvie heard 44 years ago. While his doctor encouraged him to begin traditional treatment right away, Helvie knew there had to be another way to treat his cancer without the negative side effects of radiation and chemotherapy, or the invasiveness of surgery. After a lot of praying and a good amount of soul-searching, he opted to look for an alternative way to beat his cancer.
Today, Dr. Helvie is the longest-living lung cancer survivor in the world and he credits this with his decision to take a holistic approach in his treatment. His treatment proved so successful, Dr. Helvie used it to develop a simple plan that he shares in his new book, Reducing Your Cancer Risk: A Holistic Approach (Booklocker Inc.). It's not complicated—it's not rocket science—but it is based on years of proven research. The book explores the environment that brings cancer and the human body together, and offers steps to take before these three elements interact to cause the disease.
Listed in '50 Great Writers You Should Be Reading in 2014,' Helvie recommends anyone receiving a cancer diagnosis to take the time to really think about what they want to do for their treatment plan. Adding, "People shouldn't jump into chemotherapy or surgery if they don't have all of the information and have a chance to think about it.”
In 2014, Dr. Helvie founded the Carl O. Helvie Holistic Cancer Foundation—a foundation different from other cancer foundations in that they focus on the holistic approach and multiple aspects of education, research and patient care for many types of cancer. For each area of content in the book there is a review of current research studies, and steps we can take to avoid carcinogens and strengthen the body. Also included are interviews with over 40 national leaders, discussing vastly different areas ranging from GMOs and EMTs to gratitude and forgiveness. There is also a how-to section that covers everything from meditation, gratitude and faith, to minor changes in diet, drinking water and reducing stress.
A prolific author, Helvie has written 10 books, more than 55 articles, and has presented 57 research papers throughout the US and Europe. In retirement, he focuses his research on natural interventions for health issues, which led him to develop a nursing theory that has helped him establish a nursing center and improve primary care for homeless and low-income families. Since retiring, he has written two more books and served as the host of a holistic health radio show. In 1999, he was presented the Distinguished Career Award in Public Health from the American Public Health Association. He has been interviewed on more than 150 radio and television shows about his two most recent books.
For more information, please visit www.holisticcancerfoundation.com. Or visit https://www.holisticcancerfoundation.com/interviews-cancer-survivors/ to listen to Helvie's interviews with cancer survivors.
Reducing Your Cancer Risk: A Holistic Approach
Booklocker Inc.
ISBN-13: 978-1634923682
ISBN-10: 1634923685
Available on Amazon.com and holisticcancerfoundation.com
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Excerpts from reviews on Reducing Your Cancer Risk:
Laura Fabiani, Library of Clean Reads: "Reducing Your Cancer Risk is an excellent and practical resource book chock-full of information that can motivate one to make lifestyle changes that can prevent cancer…The book is divided into three parts. The first discusses Environmental Factors and includes ways to avoid or prevent exposure to risk factors… The second discusses Individual Factors and includes lifestyle choices to increase one's resistance to cancer and build a better immunity… The third discusses Mental and Spiritual Aspects and includes compassion, meditation, forgiveness, prayer and stress management… Although written by an educated man with extensive knowledge, Mr. Helvie keeps the information easy to read and follow by using the format of bullet point suggestions that can be implemented immediately.
If you are looking to lead a healthier lifestyle and want to have a practical manual on what to do to prevent cancer, this is the ideal book for you…The contents page, index and numerous links and references to over 40 other professionals make this book a handy resource that has gained a coveted place on my desk.”
NewAgeJournal.com: "Reducing Your Cancer Risk is an essential reference guide for those who want to prevent cancer or are currently struggling with a cancer diagnosis. Western medicine pushes the traditional radiation, chemotherapy and surgery to 'cure' cancer. In reality, these treatments cause cancer to proliferate and kill off healthy cells… In each section, the author describes specific things a person can do to prevent cancer and then provides action steps to assist in implementing these suggestions… This book is very well written and easy to read. In fact, I could not put it down… As a retired hospice and holistic wellness nurse, I really appreciate his all-encompassing approach.”
Rev Dr. Anne Marie Evers, Best-Selling Author; Ordained Minister; Doctor of Divinity; CEO of Affirmations International Publishing Company; Radio Host: "I found the book so interesting … I could not put it down until I had read it from cover to cover. So much of the information we may know or probably have heard about, however the way the author sets it out makes it new, tantalizing and exciting. I was thinking as I read through it, everyone can benefit from reading and using this information… The book covers all aspects of health, diet, exercise, meditation, prayer and much more coupled with a huge dose of 'Common Sense.' …Put it in a way that is interesting to read and understand.”
Choom Expands into Medical Cannabis Channel with the Acquisition of Clarity Cannabis Medical Centres
VANCOUVER, Nov. 20, 2018 /CNW/ - Choom™ (CSE: CHOO) (OTCQB: CHOOF) (the "Company" or "Choom") an emerging adult use cannabis company that has secured one of the largest national retail networks in Canada, is pleased to announce it has acquired Clarity Cannabis Medical Centre Inc. and affiliates doing business as Clarity Medical Centres.
Chris Bogart, President & CEO states, "Our goal is to build a dominant national cannabis retail brand. The acquisition of Clarity Medical Centres allows Choom to service the entire Canadian cannabis market, beyond just the adult use channel. As cannabis becomes more widely accepted as an alternative to pharmaceuticals, increasingly, patients with medical conditions will require professional medical advice on the benefits and best use of cannabis as a treatment."
The acquisition includes five new medical centres along with a proprietary telemedicine platform that provides important education, access and expertise for referring patients in the use of cannabis for medical purposes. The Clarity Medical Centres approach makes it simple for new patients to access legal medical cannabis products in Canada and streamlines the process of registering with a licensed producer.
There are medical conditions that may benefit from cannabis when it comes to treating several health issues including chronic pain, PTSD, seizures, tremors, and general anxiety. Clarity's team of cannabis trained general and specialist physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and coaches all work together to ensure patients get optimal medical care. The clinics will provide education to patients on the best use of medical cannabis products as an alternative to pharmaceuticals.
Under the leadership of Dr. Jean Paul Lim, an internal medicine and complex care specialist, Clarity Medical Centres intend to study and monitor the effects of medicinal cannabis use. Clarity Medical Centres will use a patient-focused, research-based, multidisciplinary approach, from which Dr. Lim hopes to shatter cannabis misconceptions and build scientific evidence through the collection of patient data points around cannabis as an effective treatment.
As part of the transaction, Choom can access medical expertise from the clinics and leverage key learnings from the medical side to provide customer insights for our adult use channel. The Clarity medical clinic model is easily scalable and transferable across the rapidly growing medical cannabis space, both domestically and internationally adding an important retail revenue stream to Choom's adult use strategy.
SAY HELLO TO CHOOMTM
Choom™ is an emerging adult use cannabis company that has secured one of the largest retail networks in Canada. The Choom brand is inspired by Hawaii's "Choom Gang"—a group of buddies in Honolulu during the 1970's who loved to smoke weed—or as the locals called it, "Choom". Evoking the spirit of the original Choom Gang, our brand caters to the Canadian adult use market with the ethos of cultivating 'Good Times with Good Friends'. Choom™ is focused on delivering an elevated customer experience through our curated retail environments, offering a diversity of brands for Canadians across a national retail network.
"Chris Bogart"
President & CEO
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