Dr. Rootes on Immunity
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As we all know, the fall and winter months bring an increased frequency of colds and flu. The question you might ask is: why? During this time of year we tend to stay indoors more often, increasing our exposure to circulating bacteria and viruses. We also exercise less, have a limited selection of fresh fruits and vegetables, and gravitate more towards comfort foods like breads and sugars. So, what can you do? 1.)Regular Exercise - this moves our lymphatic system which is our defense against pathogens. 2.)Manage Stress - increased stress stimulates cortisol release which suppresses immune functions. 3.)Sleep - This is your body's time to repair itself from the day's damage. 4.)Diet - Avoid sugar. 1 tbsp of sugar will suppress your immune system up to 80% of its ability for up to 4 hours. For more information contact Dr. Rootes at Integrative. |
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Colette's Antioxidant Rich Pumpkin Mask
| | With summer coming to an end, now is the perfect time to heal and repair damage done from days at the beach and to prepare our skin for the cool weather ahead. This do-it-yourself pumpkin mask is the perfect way to do so.
Pumpkin is naturally high in vitamin A, which gently dissolves away dead skin cells, vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant which neutralizes free radical damage and zinc, which is essential for collagen formation and wound repair.
Mix together:
- 2-3 tbsp pureed pumpkin, fresh or canned
- 1/2 tbsp honey (humectant, healing)
- 1 tbsp plain yogurt (natural AHA and enzyme)
- 1 tbsp ground oats (calming)
- 1 egg white, mixed until foamy (tightening and lifting)
Apply to cleansed face and neck for 10 minutes avoiding the eye area. Remove and rinse well.
If you have any skin care inquiries, contact Colette at our Naturopathic Spa. |
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Keyrsten's Pumpkin Salad
 | This easy fall pumpkin salad is bursting with immune boosting nutrients! Pumpkins and sweet potatoes owe their bright orange color to beta carotene, a form of vitamin A which is a powerful anti oxidant. This recipe proves that healthy food tastes good too!
- 2 cups peeled, fresh pumpkin (1/2" cubes)
- 1 cup cubed, peeled sweet potato (1/2" cubes)
- 2 tsp olive oil
- sea salt and pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives
- 3 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tbsp roasted pumpkin seeds
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Toss pumpkin and sweet potato with oil, salt and pepper and arrange on baking sheet. Bake 40-50 minutes, stirring twice.
Place pumpkin mixture in serving bowl with remaining ingredients. Enjoy...you immune system will thank you!
Keyrsten McEwan
Holistic Nutritionist
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Stress Busters for the Mind with Courtney
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All of us go through life with some form of stress. Right? Right! Our added stress is not derived from circumstances themselves but from the stories that we create. We do this sometimes without even knowing. Stress can be "greedy", eating up important resources taking away from our defense system which can make us more prone to illness.
Try this on! The power in de-stressing your life is knowing that the stories we build up in our minds are not real. Let the past be filed in the past and allow yourself to create new possibilities for your future.
How do you let go? First step is to acknowledge that these stories are just stories. This will allow you to create new possibilities that will let you live the life you love. Declare your potential to create this and don't get stuck in your stories.
Courtney Jones
Life Coach
Contact Information: Integrative Healing Arts 604.738.1012 reception@integrative.ca |
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