| According to the U.S. National Library of Medicine, earwax plays a key role in how the outer ear canal cleans itself. This canal connects the outside visible part of our ear with the eardrum. Although dirt can get into the outer ear canal, most of the "dirt" found in the ear is made up of tiny dead skin particles. These dead skin particles are normal because the skin keeps renewing itself through constant shedding. Glands in the ear secrete fats and other substances to keep the inner ear soft and protected. Earwax is one of these substances.
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Donate Aeroplan Miles to the Air Canada Foundation To Help Children across Canada Obtain Medical Care
All Aeroplan Miles donated to the Air Canada Foundation until December 10, 2017 will be matched by Aeroplan up to 500,000 Aeroplan Miles.
MONTREAL, Dec. 7, 2017 /CNW Telbec/ - This week is the Air Canada Foundation and Aeroplan Miles Matching Week in support of the Air Canada Foundation Hospital Transportation Program. This program redistributes the Aeroplan Miles donated by Air Canada customers to 15 pediatric hospitals across Canada by providing flights for sick children who need specialized health care not available in their community. Aeroplan will match all miles donated until this Sunday December 10, 2017 up to 500,000 Aeroplan Miles.
"We are grateful to Aeroplan members and to Aeroplan for their ongoing support of the Air Canada Foundation Hospital Transportation Program during this annual Aeroplan Mile Matching Week," said Priscille Leblanc, Chair of the Air Canada Foundation. "Their ongoing generosity allows us to donate in average every year 10 million Aeroplan miles to 15 pediatric hospitals across Canada relieving families of the financial burden of unexpected expenses and allowing them to focus on the health and well-being of their sick child."
"We're overwhelmed by the generosity of our members. Every mile donated makes an enormous impact to families and people in need across Canada. We hope our members continue to support the incredible work that our partner the Air Canada Foundation is doing to support children who require medical care not available in their communities," said Anne-Josee Laquerre, Director, Social Purpose and Sustainability, Aeroplan.
The Aeroplan Mile Matching Week in support of the Air Canada Foundation Hospital Transportation Program is being held until this Sunday December 10, 2017. To donate your miles, please visit aircanada.com/Foundation and select the "Donate" button located on the top banner.
Aeroplan Members can also automatically donate two per cent of all miles accumulated to the Air Canada Foundation by updating the donation opt-in on their profile page on aeroplan.com.
About the Air Canada Foundation
The Air Canada Foundation, a not-for-profit organization focused on the health and well-being of children and youth, was launched in 2012. It offers financial and in-kind support, through travel assistance, to Canadian registered charities. Core programs include the Air Canada Foundation Hospital Transportation Program, which donates Aeroplan Miles to pediatric hospitals across Canada, enabling children to access medical care unavailable locally, and the Volunteer Involvement Program, which recognizes the involvement of Air Canada employees in their local communities by providing airline tickets to registered charities in support of their fundraising activities. The Foundation also offers continued support to major health-related causes that benefit Canadians and actively participates in international humanitarian relief activity as the need arises. In collaboration with the airline, the Air Canada Foundation also participates directly in fundraising activities such as the Every Bit Counts program, which encourages customers to donate loose change on board flights or through airport collection containers. For more information about the Air Canada Foundation, please visit www.aircanada.com/foundation or the 2015 Corporate Sustainability Report: Citizens of the World, online at www.aircanada.com/Foundation/Citizensoftheworld.
About Aeroplan
Aeroplan, Canada's premier coalition loyalty program, is owned by Aimia Inc., a data-driven marketing and loyalty analytics company.
Aeroplan's millions of members earn Aeroplan Miles with its growing network of over 75 world-class partners, representing more than 150 brands in the financial, retail, and travel sectors.
In 2016, approximately 2.5 million rewards were issued to members including 1.9 million flights on Air Canada and Star Alliance carriers which offer travel to more than 1,300 destinations worldwide. In addition to flights, members also have access to over 1,000 exciting specialty, merchandise, hotel, car rental and experiential rewards.
For more information about Aeroplan, please visit www.aeroplan.com or www.aimia.com.
SOURCE Air Canada Foundation
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Hyland's Restful Legs - Product Review
Hyland's sent me their restful legs product to review. Although I normally don't suffer from restful legs I sometimes have a hard time getting comfortable in bed so I said why not give it a try. I actually found that it help me get comfortable so that I was able to fall asleep.
According to their website the product "Calms agitated legs so you can rest."
What is restless leg syndrome?
"It’s that creepy-crawly feeling, when your legs itch and you have a compulsion to move, them especially while lying down, sleeping, or sitting still for long periods. During times like these, you can feel really isolated and frustrated. Hyland’s Restful Legs offers relief for the uncontrollable urge to move your legs,* made with natural, active ingredients and no aspirin, acetominophen, ibuprofen or naproxen. Our gentle, safe medicine has no known drug interactions. There’s no need to suffer anymore."
Hyland's Restful Legs does not treat Restless Legs Syndrome. If you suspect that you have this condition, please consult a physician.
Thank you Hyland's for sending me this product. If you guys are interested in it. You can find more information on their website:
http://www.hylands.com/products/hylands-restful-legs
*Claims based on traditional homeopathic practice, not accepted medical evidence. Not FDA evaluated.*
Hyland's DEFEND Severe Cold & Flu - Review
Hyland's sent me their product Defend Severe Cold & Flu. Because I don't get sick very often I have not had a chance to try it. But like any of their products I can assure you that it most likely will help to aid in reducing symptoms.
The packaging is nice and I like that it comes in single serve packets.
According to Hyland's "When a bad bug has you bedridden, there is nothing like a nice, hot cup of Hyland’s DEFENDTMSevere Cold & Flu. It tastes like honey and lemon, and fights the symptoms of cold and flu naturally. This safe, natural homeopathic medicine is formulated for severe cold and flu symptoms, including congestion, runny nose, fever, chills and body ache. So stay warm, get cozy and sip your symptoms away, with Hyland’s DEFENDTM Severe Cold & Flu."
They say that it "Temporarily relieves the symptoms of severe cold and flu including the early onset of flu, runny nose and nasal congestion, sore, hoarse throat, cough, headache and body ache, fatigue, fever and chills."
Active Ingredients:
Each packet contains 160 mg of:
Aconitum 6X HPUS - Sore throat, cough
Anas Barbariae Hepatis et Cordis Extractum 200C HPUS - Early onset flu, including fever, chills and body aches
Bryonia 6X HPUS - Headache, fatigue, fever
Eupatorium Perfoliatum 6X HPUS - Fever with chills, body ache, headache
Euphrasia Officinalis 6X HPUS - Nasal congestion, runny nose, cough
Gelsemium Sempervirens 6X HPUS - Hoarse throat, fatigue, fever
Kali lodatum 6X HPUS - Headache, sore throat
“HPUS” indicates the active ingredients are in the official HomeopathicPharmacopoeia of the United States.
Inactive Ingredients
Citric Acid USP, Fructose, Honey Powder, Lactose N.F., Natural Color, Natural Flavors, Silicon Dioxide (absorbs moisture).
If you want to find out more information or where to buy you can visit them at: http://www.hylands.com/products/hylands-defendtm-severe-cold-flu
*Claims based on traditional homeopathic practice, not accepted medical evidence. Not FDA evaluated.*
Hyland's Arnica - Product Review
Ive been a fan of arnica for quite some time. So when Hyland's asked me to review their product of course I said yes.
What is Arnica?
Active Ingredient | Purpose:
Arnica Montana 30X HPUS: bruising, swelling, stiffness, muscle soreness and pain.
"HPUS" indicates that the active ingredients are in the official Homeopathic Pharmacopoeia of the United States.
Inactive Ingredients: Acacia Gum, Lactose N.F.
Arnica temporarily relieves the symptoms of muscle pain, soreness, bruising and swelling due to injuries and overexertion.
I found the Hyland's arnica to be the perfect size pills and it gave me lots of servings. If you work out a lot and suffer from sore muscles, brushing and injuries I highly recommend using Arnica because I find it very helpful.
Hyland's Arnica 30x is the smart choice for relieving both everyday pain or acute injury.* Our new pain relief formula speeds your recovery from injuries and trauma. You can even take it before activity to minimize pain later. Arnica 30x relieves pain from joint & muscle soreness, bruising, swelling, stiffness, back ache, fatigue and inflammation.
For more information on Arnica montana, visit www.arnica.com
For more information on their arnica you can visit their site:
http://www.hylands.com/products/hylands-arnica-30x
*Claims based on traditional homeopathic practice, not accepted medical evidence. Not FDA evaluated.*
Hyland's Leg Cramps - Product Review
I was recently asked to try Hyland's Leg Cramps to review. Firstly, I have always been a fan of Hyland and homeopathic products. After my breast augmentation my surgeon recommend I take Arnica. I still take it to this day as I bruise easily and train so hard. Anyway, I quickly said yes.
According to Hylands information about their product:
- At the onset of symptoms for fast-acting relief of leg, calf and foot cramps
- Strong and effective pain relief
- No stomach discomfort
- No aspirin, acetaminophen, ibuprofen, or naproxenUses: Temporarily relieves the symptoms of stiffness, pains in limbs, joints, legs and cramps in calves, feet and legs.
Active Ingredients | Purposes:
Cinchona Officinalis 3X HPUS: pains in limbs & joints
Aconitum Napellus 6X HPUS: pains in joints, legs
Gnaphalium Polycephalum 3X HPUS: cramps in calves & feet
Ledum Palustre 6X HPUS: pain and cramps in legs
Magnesia Phosphorica 6X HPUS: cramps in calves
Rhus Toxicodendron 6X HPUS: pain and stiffness
Viscum Album 3X HPUS: pains in joints“HPUS” indicates the active ingredients are in the official Homeopathic Pharmacopoeia of the United States.
- *Claims based on traditional homeopathic practice, not accepted medical evidence. Not FDA evaluated.*
Genuine Health - Fermented organic gut superfoods+ - Product Review
Genuine health is known for their high quality health food products. I was recently sent their Genuine Health - Fermented organic gut superfoods+ - product for review. I always include greens and superfoods in my diet so I was happy to try it.
Overall I was very impressed with the packaging. It clearly tells you what the product is and does. It also is very clearly written on the front that it contains 22 fermented plant-based superfoods and prebiotics to nourish a healthy gut. The flavour that they sent was Summer Berry. And it is dairy free, soy free, gluten free and even vegan.
According to their website:
Using the latest research available on the gut microbiome, we have created the ultimate prebiotic gut superfood – fermented organic gut superfoods+ is the ONLY prebiotic superfood that packs a 1-2-3 punch!
1 – Made from 21 organic plant-based superfoods that are rich in phytonutrients called polyphenols, which not only feed our gut microbes, but have synergistic benefits with them, too!
2 – Easy-to-tolerate source of prebiotic fibre that helps to feed “good” bacteria and won’t irritate the gut – or cause bloating.
3 – Fully-fermented, amplifying the plant nutrients and improving digestion.
The health of the gut is crucial to our overall health. Research is finding new evidence to support this all the time. But to nourish your gut and body completely, a probiotic alone often isn’t enough.
Did you know that the International Association for Probiotics and Prebioticsrecommends a minimum daily intake of 5 grams of prebiotics? And for good reason! Prebiotics help to improve gut health by:
✓ Encouraging the growth of gut bacteria
✓ Improving digestion
✓ Enhancing mineral absorption
But not all prebiotics are created equal. The majority of prebiotics on the market today have their downsides:
✘ Many feed both the “good” and the “bad” bacteria in our guts
✘ Many lead to uncomfortable gas and bloating, and can irritate the gut lining
✘ And most don’t offer nutritive benefits
Nutritional research has come a long way. One of the most exciting recent discoveries is that the plant foods that provide our bodies with nutrition from phytonutrients are also good for our gut ecology. Polyphenols are a type of phytonutrient known to contribute to overall health and slow the aging process – and research has recently identified that polyphenols contribute to gut health, too.
"Genuine Health has perfected the art of the fermentation process – we use artisanal methods of fermentation and we know precisely when to stop the process to ensure peak phytonutrient potency.
Then we add a fermented fiber that is easy to tolerate – so you get all of the benefits of a prebiotic fiber and none of the bloating."
It does mix very well. And overall I was impressed with the taste. It does however have around 11g of carbs. And if you are dieting like me for a body building competition or counting your macros this needs to be accounted for.
Overall it seemed to help with digestion because I was a little bit hungrier throughout the day vs when I did not include it in my diet.
If you are interested in finding out more you can visit their website:
http://www.genuinehealth.com/store/fermented-organic-gut-superfoods#.WigNx7YZMdU
Raymond James Partners with Umind.ca To Help Deliver Canada's Premiere Online Resource for Child & Youth Mental Health Care Professionals
TORONTO, Dec. 6, 2017 /CNW/ - In a new and exciting partnership, investment dealer Raymond James Ltd., is now Presenting Sponsor of Umind.ca (Umind) – an international online community dedicated to helping child and youth mental health professionals, educators and student learners expand their expertise, collaborate and grow in their profession. Umind accomplishes this through its vast library of resources, practical tools and online training opportunities for professionals in the mental health space. Developed by Kids' Health Links Foundation (KHLF), in collaboration with Umind's clinical partner Lutherwood, and supported by its academic partner Mohawk College, this unique platform breaks down resource silos to build a virtual community globally connected in their commitment to improve the lives of children and youth and their families living with mental health issues. Umind's registered members include frontline and administrative child and youth mental health staff, health care professionals, educators, post-secondary students and other professionals working with children and families, representing over 300 organizations within Canada and internationally.
Raymond James' partnership will help expand the Umind Webinar Series, which was created in 2014 in response to an expressed need by mental health professionals for more accessible and practice-specific professional development opportunities. In 2018, Umind webinars will include such critical topics as, 'How to Support Children and Youth Questioning Their Gender Identity', 'Legalization of Marijuana and the Impact on the Mental Health System', and 'Grief and Trauma in Mental Health'. Raymond James' sponsorship dollars will also help Umind continue to grow its online collection of over 950 practical tools, promising interventions and valuable resources developed by children's mental health treatment centres across Canada.
"We are very excited about our partnership with Umind," says Peter Kahnert, Senior Vice President, Corporate Communications and Marketing, "We look forward to working with the Umind team to grow this important resource to support children and youth living with mental illness and those professionals reaching out to help make a difference in the lives of many."
According to the World Health Organization, 20 percent of the world's children and youth have mental health disorders or issues. This partnership comes at a time when the need for child and youth mental health information and resources has never been greater.
Kids' Health Links Foundation Chairman and Co-founder, Basile Papaevangelou says, "It's because of the heart and vision of companies like Raymond James that programs like Umind have a chance to fulfill their potential and make their greatest impact. Bridging business and social enterprise, this partnership is an example of what's possible when companies step-up to the plate and partner withsocial services to help support the well-being of the communities in which they serve."
About Umind
Umind is a dynamic online community where mental health professionals access information, connect and share practical tools, knowledge, and training to help improve the lives of children and youth and their families living with mental health issues. It is an initiative launched and supported by Kids' Health Links Foundation (KHLF) and its clinical partner, Lutherwood. For more information, visit www.umind.ca.
About Lutherwood
For nearly 50 years, children, youth and their families have trusted Lutherwood's mental health services to support them as they cope with serious behavioural, emotional and psychological challenges. The agency provides residential treatment and assessment, community and school-based support, counsels families, and operates a shelter for youth at risk of being homeless. For more information, please visit www.lutherwood.ca.
About Kids' Health Links Foundation
Kids' Health Links Foundation was founded by Basile Papaevangelou and his daughter Christina to foster initiatives focused on alleviating the stress, isolation and loneliness for kids and teens undergoing medical care so that they might be better able to overcome traumatic medical experiences. For more information about Kids' Health Links Foundation please visit www.kidshealthlinks.org.
About Raymond James
Raymond James Financial, Inc. (NYSE: RJF) is a leading diversified financial services company providing wealth management for individual investors and families, capital markets, asset management, banking and other services to individuals, corporations and municipalities. The company has approximately 7,300 financial advisors in 3,000 locations throughout Canada, the United States and overseas. Total client assets under administration are US$693 billion. Public since 1983, the firm is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol RJF. Additional information is available at www.raymondjames.ca.
SOURCE Raymond James Ltd.
Topical Edge Lotion - Product Review
I was recently sent the Topical Edge Lotion to review. I thought this would be great considering that I am in prep and how hard I train on a daily basis. And this is a pain reliving athletic lotion.
Performance & Recovery Lotion
"Topical Edge's clinically proven PR Lotion helps you train harder, go faster, push longer and recover quicker. Use it every time you suit up. You’ll feel stronger and your muscles will feel better afterwards, so you can hit it again tomorrow."
Both my boyfriend and I tried it. We found for it to have an instant cooling effect that provides immediate relief of pain. Even just the action of the lotion getting rubbed into the muscle provides immediate improvement of pain symptoms.
Topical Edge Performance & Recovery Lotion is powered by menthol and sodium bicarbonate (baking soda). Menthol is approved by the FDA as safe and effective when used according to the label. Baking soda is a commonly consumed ingredient in food, toothpaste, and antacids.
Topical Edge Performance & Recovery Lotion is comprised of pharmaceutical grade ingredients sourced from certified suppliers. Topical Edge PR Lotion contains: menthol (0.5%), sodium bicarbonate (baking soda), water, isopropyl palmitate, lecithin, poloxamer 407, denatured alcohol, benzyl alcohol, coconut oil, jojoba seed oil, caprylic/capric triglycerides, lippia citriodora flower extract, sorbic acid, and sodium hydroxide.
Topical Edge Performance & Recovery Lotion allows you to workout harder and recover faster thanks to the main ingredient sodium bicarbonate (which is simply baking soda). Topical Edge PR delivers sodium bicarbonate directly to working muscles in order to reduce the workout burn, and feel better the next day. Here's more info on how it works.
Topical Edge PR is available in a 5 workout box for $20 at www.topicaledge.com.
I would highly recommend this product to those of you who workout hard and want to manage muscle soreness and injuries.
