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✨ What is EMDR therapy? 🤔✨

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing - a service offered by Dawna Silver, RCC! ❤️👀

“Today, EMDR stands as one of the most extensively researched therapies in psychology, offering hope and healing to countless souls who have traversed the harrowing terrain of trauma. Originally designed to aid those grappling with major traumas like natural disasters, war, assault, and more, EMDR has evolved into a beacon of light for individuals navigating various challenges.

Traumatic experiences often produce narratives of self-blame and powerlessness, weaving webs of negative beliefs that shackle the spirit. Whether it's feelings of inadequacy, guilt, distrust, or helplessness, these beliefs can cloud our perception of self and life.

EMDR gently unravels these self-limiting beliefs, guiding individuals towards a path of resilience and self-compassion. Through controlled exposure and bilateral stimulation, EMDR disrupts old neural pathways, paving the way for transformative shifts in perception. ❤️

In my 14 years of practice, I've witnessed the profound impact of EMDR firsthand. Clients emerge from sessions with newfound clarity and a sense of liberation from the burdens of their past. Whether it's trauma, depression, anxiety, or low self-esteem, EMDR offers a pathway to healing that is both swift and enduring.

If you're ready to break free from the past and embrace a future filled with hope and possibility, I invite you to embark on this journey of healing.

Reach out for a complimentary consultation and discover the transformative power of EMDR!” - Dawna Silver, RCC. 🌿💫

✨📣 New Article: Thinking Green: The Surprising Cognitive Benefits of Leafy Vegetables - By: Dr. Pamela Hutchison, ND 📣✨

Martha Clare Morris, the researcher who established the benefits of the MIND diet, is a personal hero of mine. In part, this is because of the remarkable – and surprising – findings she reported in the Journal of Neurology in 2018. This study shed new light on how nutrient-rich leafy green vegetables can significantly impact cognitive decline.

This prospective cohort study followed 960 participants aged 58 to 99, part of the Rush Memory and Aging Project in Chicago. Researchers assessed their cognitive function and dietary habits over several years. Participants completed annual cognitive tests and food frequency questionnaires, which provided data on their average daily servings of green leafy vegetables.

The results were astonishing. The difference in cognitive decline between the lowest and highest quintile was equivalent to 11 years. In other words, individuals in the highest quintile, consuming 1.3 servings of leafy greens daily, had cognitive abilities comparable to those 11 years younger than individuals in the lowest quintile.

In other words, individuals in the highest quintile, consuming 1.3 servings of leafy greens daily, had cognitive abilities comparable to those 11 years younger than individuals eating only 8% of a serving.

To put this into perspective, a serving of leafy greens could be half a cup of cooked spinach or a cup of raw salad greens. This small dietary change can lead to significant cognitive benefits.

Incorporating leafy greens into your daily diet can have profound effects on your cognitive function, potentially slowing down the natural decline associated with aging. While this isn’t medical advice, it’s a powerful reminder of simple daily practices that support our brain health. By adding leafy greens to our meals, we can promote a healthier, more resilient mind.

If you want to learn more you can tune into my podcast, The Well Nurtured Brain, Season 1 Episode 5 – Thinking Green: The Surprising Benefits of Leafy Vegetables. Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.🎙️💛

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✨🍓 Recipe #6 from Keara Lubchenko, RD’s new Recipe Series: Nourishing Berry Smoothie 🫐✨

July offers plenty of fresh blackberries, blueberries and raspberries - perfecting for crafting a delicious smoothie! 🫐❤️

This nourishing smoothie is a good source of fibre and has a great balance of protein, carbohydrates, and healthy fats! Plus it’s quick and easy to prepare. 😊

Berries are renowned for their high fibre content and antioxidant properties, making them an excellent addition to any diet! Antioxidants protect your cells and may reduce risk of disease.

If you’re looking to increase your vegetable intake, adding spinach to your smoothie is a great incorporation! It will not change the taste, and adds extra nutrients such as Vitamin K, Vitamin C, potassium and iron! 🥬

This nourishing smoothie not only tastes delightful, but also ensures you are getting a wholesome array of nutrients to kickstart your day or replenish after a workout. Enjoy the goodness of summer’s finest fruits in every sip! 🍹☀️

Ingredients:
1/2 cup fresh or frozen blackberries, blueberries and raspberries
1/2 cup fresh or frozen spinach
1 cup soy milk
1 tbsp chia seeds
1 banana
1 cup Greek yogurt (plain or flavoured)

Steps: see our Website Blog post or swipe to see how to make your Nourishing Berry Smoothie at home! 🍓🫐✨

If you’d like to chat with Keara about your diet/nutrition needs, schedule your complimentary meet and greet appointment today! 🍽️✨

☀️🧘‍♀️ Yoga Therapy - Summer Schedule at Acacia Health! ☀️🧘‍♀️

Class Schedule: WEDNESDAYS at 4:30pm and 6:00pm. 📆🧘‍♀️

✨What is Yoga Therapy?✨

As defined by Robin Munro: “Yoga Therapy is the adaptation of yoga practices for people with health challenges. Yoga therapists will suggest specific regimes of breath work, postures and relaxation techniques to suit the individuals needs.” 🧘‍♀️

No prior experience or equipment required! ❤️

Acacia Health is current offering weekly classes on Wednesdays at 4:30PM and 6:00PM. We do ask that you sign up prior to class as space is limited.

Mats and props are supplied, but you are always welcome to bring your own if you prefer. Packages are available; please speak to our reception staff for details and purchase. 🧘‍♀️✨

Link in our bio to book online or you can call into the clinic directly at 250-475-1522. ☎️

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✨📚 Gabi’s Library - at Acacia Health, Westside Village. 📚✨

Gabi was a longstanding client at Acacia for over 18 years and a devoted supporter of the Family Naturopathic Clinic* and the Cycle of Life Tour**.

Her generous spirit lifted us over the years, and we were deeply saddened by her passing. ❤️

As a final gift to Acacia, Gabi’s husband has donated a collection of her treasured books to start our lending library.

The library is located at our Westside location, right at the entrance, welcoming you. Please take any book that appeals to you and return it when you have finished. 📚

We are continually adding books from Gabi’s vast collection and from our own homes. This space has become one of gratitude and generosity, a wonderful way to honour a special soul. ❤️

Next time you visit our Westside location, we hope you find a book that speaks to you! 📖

More information:

* The Family Naturopathic Clinic (FNC) is a Registered Charity and a teaching clinic providing free, naturopathic care to young, low-income families in Victoria. Patients are cared for by a team of student interns, and licensed, supervising Naturopathic Doctors.

The FNC operates every other Saturday at Acacia Health. All care is provided free of charge. Dr Amy Gilchrist ND spearheaded the creation of the FNC, and guides it to this day, 18 years later!

** The Cycle of Life Tour is an annual group cycling fundraiser supporting hospice care on Vancouver Island, and 2024 marks the 11th year of the group ride!
125 cyclists + 200 km + 2 days = one huge difference!

The tour originated from the generous volunteerism of our own Graham Robertson RMT - who started the tour with a solo ride from Alaska to Victoria - and then he and his partner Beth, grew it into the group ride for hospice it is today. ❤️

✨📣 New Article - The Role of Iron Infusions in Pregnancy: Ensuring Maternal Health and Fetal Well-Being. By: Dr. Lorna Ciccone and Dr. Anita Komonski! 📣✨

🔥Read our full article on our websites blog 🔥

Iron deficiency during pregnancy is a common issue, affecting 30% of pregnancies in Canada. Pregnant people require more iron, especially in the 2nd and 3rd trimesters when most of the iron transfer to the baby occurs. 🩸

A pregnant individual typically has about 2500 mg of iron stored in their body. During pregnancy, an additional 1000 mg of iron is needed to support both the pregnant individual and the growing baby. This amount is equivalent to roughly 177 full-sized steaks or about 20 steaks per month over the nine months of pregnancy. (For vegetarians and vegans – this is 1kg of tofu per day!!) 🥩

Due to this increased demand, pregnant people are at a higher risk of developing iron deficiency or iron deficiency anemia (IDA). Iron deficiency anemia (IDA) is a specific condition resulting from prolonged or severe iron deficiency that impacts red blood cell production.

The symptoms of iron deficiency and IDA can overlap with normal pregnancy symptoms, making it easy to miss.

These symptoms include:
Fatigue
Shortness of Breath
Weakness
Dizziness
Irritability
Mood Changes

In addition, symptoms of low iron levels can include: hair loss, headache, restless legs, frequent illness, heart palpitations, cold hands and feet.

Dietary adjustments and oral supplements are usually the first treatment options. However, Due to the limited absorption of iron in the gut, it can become very difficult to treat with oral supplements alone by the third trimester. 🤰

Iron infusions bypass the gut by delivering iron directly into the bloodstream, providing rapid treatment for iron deficiency or IDA.

It’s important for individuals to communicate with their healthcare providers about their symptoms and preferences regarding iron supplementation. Routine prenatal care typically includes screening to identify those who may benefit from additional interventions like iron infusions.

✨ Interested to learn more? Call into the clinic today to book in! 250-475-1522 ☎️✨

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✨🍓 Recipe #5 from Keara Lubchenko, RD’s new Recipe Series: Chocolate Strawberry Yogurt Clusters 🍓🍫✨

As summer is here, this is a perfect frozen treat to enjoy!! You may have seen this viral recipe on social media, and now you can easily recreate it in your kitchen with just a few simple ingredients. 🍓

What makes these clusters so special? The plain Greek yogurt provides a creamy and protein-rich base, while the fresh strawberries add a burst of sweetness and fibre to keep you feeling satisfied. A touch of honey lends natural sweetness without the need for refined sugars. Let’s not forget the chocolate! Rich-semi sweet chocolate chips add a decadent layer to these clusters, making them truly delicious. 🍫

The best part? No baking is required - simply mix, freeze and enjoy! For a little extra flavour consider sprinkling some sea salt on top of the clusters. These chocolate strawberry yogurt clusters are sure to become a new favourite for any summer gathering or a refreshing snack on a hot day! ☀️

Ingredients:
1 ½ cups - Fresh strawberries, chopped
1 cup - Plain Greek yogurt (or flavour of your choice)
1 tbsp - Honey
1 tsp - Vanilla
1 cup - Semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 tbsp - Coconut oil

Steps: see our Website Blog post or swipe to see how to make your strawberry yogurt clusters at home! 🍓✨

Consider making these clusters with a different type of fruit such as mango, raspberries or blueberries. You could also try adding in chopped nuts, granola or coconut. I recommend storing these in the freezer rather than in the fridge. I find when I store them in the fridge, they tend to melt and get messy. Enjoy your sweet treat!! 🍓❤️

If you’d like to chat with Keara about your diet/nutrition needs, schedule your complimentary meet and greet appointment today! 🍽️✨

✨🎉 UPDATE: Iron infusion referrals 🩸✨

Great news, Acacia Health is now accepting referrals for IV iron infusions. 😊

If you are a Primary Care Provider in Victoria, or on Vancouver Island, who treats patients who would benefit from Iron Infusions, you can now refer to us using our referral form!! 📝

How to Refer in 6 easy steps:

Step 1 - Navigate to our linktree link in bio OR www.acaciahealth.ca/therapies/iron-infusions/

Step 2 - Scroll down to the Referrals Section

Step 3 - Click the button to download our referral form

Step 4 - Review and complete the form with your patient

Step 5 - Sign the Referral and Fax or Email the form to our Reception Team

Step 6 - We will reach out to your patient, book a 30 minute IV iron intake visit, and take it from there.

Questions? - Please reach out to us at 250-475-1522 ext 2 to chat with our friendly Patient Care Coordinators. ☎️

And a big thank you for your referrals and for all you do to help Victoria be healthy! ❤️

💛 Monday Morning Motivation 🌼

✨📣 New Article: Hypermobility, Sleep and Pain - by Aaron Jones, Physiotherapist. 📣✨

👀 check out Aaron’s full article in our Website under blog 👀

“Many of my patients with hypermobility related conditions report either having trouble sleeping or feeling unrested in the morning. While hypermobility related sleep disorders are covered in detail by Dr. Alan Pocinki here, I would like to delve a little deeper into the relationship between sleep and pain.

Many of my patients report pain is the major reason they have trouble sleeping. Unsurprisingly to anyone who has experienced chronic pain, research has shown that pain interferes with sleep quality. But, what you may not realize is that the reverse is also true. Poor sleep quality increases pain.

To emphasize how impactful just one night of sleep deprivation can be on someone’s pain experience, I like to tell my patients about a study conducted by Dr. Sigrid Schuh-Hofer at Heidelberg University. Dr. Schuh-Hofer and her colleagues took 14 very healthy medical students, made sure they had a good night’s sleep, then measured how much pressing, pinpricking, heating, and cooling the students could take on the back of their hands until it hurt.

Subsequently, they had the students stay up all night chatting, playing games, and going for short walks, and then repeated the pain experiments the next morning. The night of lost sleep not only resulted in all the students experiencing a lower pain threshold for the various painful stimuli; they also scored higher on a measure of anxiety. In other words, even under ideal health circumstances, less sleep equals more pain and anxiety. If just one night of sleep deprivation in ideal circumstances increases pain sensitivity; imagine what happens after months or years of poor sleep under challenging life circumstances!”

✨ head to our Website www.acaciahealth.ca to read more and see Aaron’s Recommendations for Sleep Hygiene! 😴✨

Want to spread with Aaron about your needs? Schedule your initial appointment today! Link in our bio or call into the clinic at 250-475-1522 ext 1 ☎️

✨👀 ACACIA HEALTH IS HIRING! ✨

We are looking to expand our services and add an experienced administrator and another Physiotherapist to our growing team! 💚

🌱 Why do I want to work at Acacia? Good Question!

• Supportive wizards of administration at our front desk, full time admin support.

• Training opportunities and opportunities for advancement in an administration role.

• Collaborative opportunity with local colleagues under the same roof - warm, fun, welcoming and supportive clinician environment.

• welcoming inclusive culture and space for patients and staff alike.

• flexibility to build your dream practice, and staff invested in getting you and your patients to that place.

• Team social events

• monthly workshops from various healthcare professionals to continue learning and growing as a team.

• and more!

💚 At Acacia we value natural, evidence based approaches to health and wellness.

We care about the health of our patients and staff. Our team is forward thinking, supportive, evidence based, and committed to providing trustworthy, up-to-date advice.

📧 Do you think you may be a good fit for the Acacia Team? Send in your application (cover letter and resume) to: [email protected]. 🤍

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✨🥗 Recipe #4 from Keara Lubchenko, RD’s new Recipe Series: Spring Buddha Bowl. 🥗✨

What better way to finish off spring than with a vibrant spring Buddha bowl? 🥑

Packed with nutritious ingredients such as spinach, cucumbers, avocado and radishes, this bowl is a delightful celebration of seasonal abundance. ❤️

Tahini dressing is my absolute favourite! If you are new to tahini, it is a paste made from sesame seeds. It spreads similarly to peanut butter but has an earthy and nutty flavour. Tahini is known for its potential to prevent many health problems such as hypertension, cancer, heart disease and type 2 diabetes. It also has nutritional properties that can help reduce inflammation in the body. This tahini dressing is versatile and has impressive health benefits which makes it a must-try dressing for anyone looking to add a nutritious twist to their meal! 🥗

Simple to prepare, this bowl offers opportunities for customizing your favourite toppings such as sesame seeds, nourishing h**p seeds and sunflower seeds. These seeds are good sources of protein and healthy fats. H**p seeds are packed with omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, which are important for heart health. Sunflower seeds are a great source of vitamin E, an antioxidant that helps protect your cells from damage. Both also contain fibre! Sprinkle a generous amount over your Spring Buddha bowl to not only enhance the visual appeal but also to boost its nutritional content. 🍽️

Ingredients:
Dressing
2 tbsp – Tahini
1 tsp – Maple Syrup
1 tsp – Yellow Mustard
Salt and fresh ground pepper ¼ teaspoon
Garlic, presed 1 clove
~2 Tbsp – Water, to thin out dressing to desired consistency

Salad Bowl
2-3 cups – Cooked quinoa or brown rice
4 cups – Spinach
1 cup – Grape/cherry tomatoes, halved
2 – Persian (mini) cucumber, chopped
8-10 – Small radishes
1 – Avocado
1/2 cup – baked chickpeas (pre-baked sea salt or make your own)
Optional toppings: sesame seeds, h**p seeds, sunflower seeds

Steps: see our Website Blog post or swipe to see how to make this Buddha Bowl at home! 🥗✨

If you’d like to chat with Keara about your diet/nutrition needs, schedule your complimentary meet and greet appointment today! 🍽️✨

✨💆‍♀️ Registered Massage Therapy at Acacia Health ❤️✨

Whether you’re in pain, can’t do the things you love, or just need to relax, our registered massage therapists listen, meet you where you are, and work with you to reach your goals. 😊

What is massage therapy⁉️

Massage Therapy is a safe and effective approach to pain management and rehabilitation, in addition to relieving stress to promote an overall feeling of relaxation. It involves manipulating the muscles and soft tissues in the body using different pressures, movements and techniques.

The goal of Massage Therapy is to calm down your nervous system to release stress and tension, help relieve physical symptoms, heal injuries and support wellness. 🌿

Massage Therapy is a safe and effective treatment approach for a wide variety of concerns including, but not limited to:

- Acute injuries or pain flare-ups
- Headaches and migraines
- High stress and impacts on quality of life
- Limited movement/loss of function
- Rotator cuff injuries and shoulder pain
- Hip and back pain

Some benefits from RMT treatments can include:

- Reduced pain
- Stress reduction
- Return to activity
- Gain tools and strategies to maintain wellness
- Improved mobility and function

We offer RMT appointments Monday- Friday from 8am-8pm. 🙌🤩

Call into the clinic at 2504751522 ext 1 to book your next massage. 💆‍♀️ ✨

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🌟 Discover the Natural Relief for Baker's Cysts! 🌟

Have you ever heard of a Baker's cyst? It's a pesky little fluid-filled bump that can pop up behind your knee, often caused by joint issues like arthritis or a knee injury. Not fun, right?

But guess what? There's a soothing solution that doesn't involve surgery: The combination of Acupuncture and IMS (Intramuscular Stimulation) aka Orthopedic Acupuncture! It's a natural and non-invasive approach to healing. 🪡✨

Here's how it helps:
Pain Relief: Acupuncture needles work like magic wands, releasing endorphins (your body's natural painkillers). Say goodbye to that nagging knee pain! 👋

Reduces Inflammation: IMS targets tight muscles, easing tension and reducing inflammation around the cyst. Feel the calm spread through your leg. 🧘‍♀️

Improves Circulation: Better blood flow means faster healing and reduced swelling. Your knee will thank you! 🦵❤️

Boosts Mobility: Less pain and swelling = more movement. Get back to doing the things you love without that uncomfortable bump slowing you down! 🚴‍♂️🏃‍♀️

Ready to give it a try? Say hello to natural healing and wave goodbye to Baker's cyst discomfort. Your knees deserve the best! 💖

Schedule your Acupuncture appointment with Christina Casciano, RAc! Link in our bio for online booking. 💚

✨📣 Welcome Back from Parental Leave - Dr. Anita Komonski, ND! 📣✨

We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Komonski will be returning to her practice at Acacia Health as of June 2024! ❤️

🩺 About Dr. Anita Komonski:

Dr. Anita Komonski strives to combine compassionate patient care with the best of scientific inquiry, evidence-informed medicine and traditional therapies. Her goal is to provide an inclusive space where health care needs are listened to, and to create a collaborative, personalized treatment plan. ❤️

Though Dr. Komonski sees a wide range of conditions, areas of interest and additional training include:

- Hormonal health: including menopause and peri-menopause, women’s health, diabetes, insulin resistance, etc.

- Adjunctive and Integrative Cancer Care

- Chronic Pain Management: chronic back pain, joint pain, arthritis, headaches, etc.

- Digestive Concerns: IBS, IBD, SIBO, chronic indigestion, ulcers, reflux, gallbladder disease, etc.

- Autoimmune disease: rheumatoid arthritis, Hashimoto’s, ulcerative colitis/Crohn’s disease, lupus, etc.

- LGBTQ health

She holds certifications in advanced intravenous (IV) therapies and chelation, acupuncture and pharmaceutical prescribing authority. 🩺

She has also practiced Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) for over a decade, which she finds extremely effective for managing musculoskeletal pain. In addition, she is also passionate about customized botanical medicine and strongly believes in teaching individuals how to become ambassadors of their own health through dietary and lifestyle change.

After several years of practice, Dr. Komonski’s continued interest into the mind-body connection led her to become trained in medical hypnosis and hypnotherapy. She has found hypnosis to be an effective treatment for many conditions, including: anxiety, chronic pain, addictions, stress management, digestive concerns, overcoming fears, and many more. She continues to be humbled by the power of the subconscious mind to aid in healing.

For more information about Dr. Anita Komonski and her practice, please visit her website – www.drkomonski.com ❤️

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✨🍳 Recipe #3 from Keara Lubchenko, RD’s new Recipe Series: Asparagus and Mushroom Egg Bites. 🍳✨

Are you looking to break away from the same old egg routine? 🥚

These egg bites are a game changer. By incorporating fresh asparagus, a springtime favourite, you are not only adding a vibrant green colour to your dish but also boosting its nutritional value. Asparagus is rich in vitamins and minerals including vitamin K for bone health and folate for healthy cell growth. 🧫

In this recipe, we are featuring mushrooms. Mushrooms are nutritionally dense, providing you with B vitamins which are important for cell health and maintaining energy levels. When combined with eggs, this dish delivers a satisfying protein boost to keep you energized throughout the morning. 🍄‍🟫

The best part? These egg bites are versatile and convenient. Customize them with your favourite veggies and cheese. They are perfect for meal prep too. Simply store them in the fridge for up to 4-5 days. Enjoy them cold, warm or at room temperature, whenever you need a quick and nutritious meal. 🍳

Say goodbye to your regular egg routine and hello to a fresh new way to start your day with these yummy egg bites! 💜

Ingredients:

1 ½ tbsp - Olive oil
1 ½ cups - Asparagus, chopped
1 cup - Mushrooms, sliced
2 - Green onions, chopped
1-2 garlic cloves, minced
6 eggs
6 tbsp - Milk
½ cup - Feta cheese
Salt and pepper

Steps: see our Website Blog post or swipe to see how to make these delicious egg bites at home! 🍳

If you’d like to chat with Keara about your diet/nutrition needs, schedule your complimentary meet and greet appointment today! 🍽️✨

🧡 Monday Morning Motivation ✨

✨🌿Understanding Peripheral Neuropathy: Causes and Care with Neuro-Acupuncture - by: Jennifer Midlane, RAc. 💚✨

Peripheral neuropathy, a challenging condition causing discomfort and dysfunction in daily life, can be effectively managed with neuro-acupuncture. By exploring its causes and the healing effect of neuro-acupuncture, individuals coping with peripheral neuropathy can find relief.

Let’s delve into the top three causes of this condition and how acupuncture can alleviate symptoms and promote nerve health!

1️⃣ Diabetes: Elevated blood sugar levels over time can damage nerves, making diabetes the most common cause of peripheral neuropathy. This can lead to symptoms like numbness, tingling, squeezing, and burning. Neuro-acupuncture improves blood flow to damaged nerves, reduces inflammation, and stimulates nerve repair.

2️⃣ Chemotherapy: Chemotherapy, vital for cancer treatment, can cause peripheral neuropathy as a side effect. The potent medication used in chemotherapy may damage nerves, resulting in numbness and painful sensations. Neuro-acupuncture, a gentle and non-invasive option, offers a comforting way to manage symptoms, improving quality of life during or following cancer treatment.

3️⃣ Physical Trauma: Injuries from accidents or surgeries can directly damage peripheral nerves, leading to neuropathic symptoms. Neuro-acupuncture stimulates the specific nerves affected, promoting repair, alleviating symptoms, and reducing stress associated with traumatic injuries.

How Does Neuro-Acupuncture Help? 🧠

Neuro-acupuncture stimulates nerve activity, promoting the body’s natural healing and regulating functions. The treatments trigger the release of neurotransmitters that promote nerve repair, reduce pain signals, and provoke deep relaxation. Neuro-acupuncture improves blood circulation to damaged nerves, supplying essential nutrients and oxygen for repair and regeneration.

Jennifer Midlane is an acupuncturist practicing at Acacia Health, She focuses on providing effective pain relief and care for those with neurological conditions, bridging the wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine with modern scientific research. ❤️

✨🎉 PRACTICE UPDATE: As of May 2024 - Dr. Lorna Ciccone, ND will be offering IV Iron Services at Acacia Health! 🌿✨

Dr. Lorna has finished up her training and is ready for IV iron infusions for patients! 🩸

How do I book in for an IV iron infusion? 🤔

- Step 1: scheudle in a 30-minute virtual IV Iron consultation with Dr. Lorna Ciccone

- Step 2: ensure the proper lab testing has been done to confirm eligibility for IV iron services.

- Step 3: after your consultation has determined if IV iron infusions are right for you, Schedule your IV iron infusion on one of our IV iron dates.

- Step 4: Have your infusion service! 😊

✨if you have any questions about the service or details about pricing, call into the clinic directly at (250) 475 1522 ext 2. ☎️✨

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✨🍓 Recipe #2 from Keara Lubchenko, RD’s new Recipe Series: Homemade Yogurt Parfait. 🍓✨

https://acaciahealth.ca/blog/kearas-dish-homemade-yogurt-parfait/

Looking for a simple, fulfilling and nutritious snack? Look no further than this delightful Greek yogurt parfait! 😊

While Greek yogurt is a great source of protein, it also provides your body with calcium, vitamin B12 and probiotics, which help promote digestive wellness. 🍽️

By adding fruits to your parfait bowl, you are not just enhancing its flavour but also boosting its fibre content and adding a variety of antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals to your diet. If you choose plain Greek yogurt, the honey and cinnamon will add sweetness. Honey is a natural sweetener and contains vitamins and minerals. 🍯

For added customization, consider making your own granola or select a favourite from your local grocery store. ❤️

Enjoy this Greek yogurt parfait as a wholesome treat, a quick breakfast or a nutritious snack any time of the day! 🍓✨

Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup Granola (pick or make your preferred type)
- 1 cup Greek Yogurt (choose your favourite variety and flavour)
- 1/2 cup seasonal fruit (apples and strawberries are currently in season for May)
- drizzle of honey
- sprinkle of cinnamon

Steps: see our Website Blog or swipe to see how to assemble your perfect parfait. 🍯🍓

If you’d like to chat with Keara about your diet/nutrition needs, schedule your complimentary meet and greet appointment today! 🍽️✨