Docere Wellness Centre

Did you know? A woman's estimated lifetime risk of developing Alzheimer's at age 65 is 1 in 5. 🧠

As we celebrate Women's Brain Health Day, remember to include healthy recipes for your brain in your meal plans.

Here are some recipes by Dr. Michelle Hagel ND, that you can try this weekend:

One pot fish and rice bowl🍛
🥄3/4 cup Basmati Rice (rinsed)
🥄1 cup Water
🥄1 cup Cherry Tomatoes (chopped)
🥄1 1/2 tsp White Wine Vinegar
🥄1/2 cup Basil Leaves (torn, divided)
🥄1/4 cup Assorted Olives
🥄Sea Salt & Black Pepper (to taste)
🥄1 Cod Fillet (cut into pieces)

Directions:
1. In a large pan over high heat, add the rice and water. Cover with a lid and bring to a boil, then lower to a simmer.

2. Meanwhile, combine the tomatoes, white wine vinegar, half the basil, olives, salt, and pepper in a bowl.

3. Open the lid, and arrange the pieces of cod in the pan, pushing them into the rice.

4. Scatter the tomato-basil mixture overtop and cover with the lid again. Simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the rice and fish are both cooked through. Add more water if needed to cook the rice.

5. Garnish with the remaining basil, divide evenly between bowls and enjoy!

Fun fact: Regularly consuming fish like cod can help keep your brain healthy as you age. According to one research, consuming baked or broiled salmon at least once a week helps to slow down the gray matter loss that happens to our brains as we age.

Overnight Turmeric Oats🧉
🥣1 cup Oats (rolled)
🥣1 1/4 cups Oat Milk (unsweetened)
🥣3/4 tsp Turmeric
🥣1/4 tsp Cinnamon
🥣1 tbsp Chia Seeds
🥣1 Navel Orange (divided)

Directions:
1. Add the oats, oat milk, turmeric, cinnamon, and chia seeds in a large container.

2. Zest and squeeze the juice of half the orange. Stir well to combine.

3. Seal and place in the fridge overnight or for at least six hours.

4. Peel and chop the remaining orange.

5. Divide the overnight oats into bowls and top with the chopped orange. Enjoy!

Did you know that the overuse of antibiotics can kill the healthy bacteria in your gut, making you more susceptible to gastrointestinal disorders and recurring infections? 💊

It's important to keep a healthy gut because there are over 40 trillion microbes that live in our body which helps us digest our food well and fight off viruses, parasites, and bacteria that enter our body. 🦠🧫

So the next time you take some antibiotics, make sure to eat foods rich in probiotics such as yogurt, apples, and whole grains.

Try out this recipe from Dr. Michelle Hagel ND, a naturopathic doctor at Docere Wellness center. 👇

Coconut Yogurt: 🥥🥣
🥄1 1/16 lbs Coconut Meat (thawed)
🥄1/2 cup Water
🥄2 tbsp Lemon Juice
🥄2 Probiotic Capsules

Instructions:
1. In a blender add the coconut meat, water, and lemon juice. Blend on high until smooth and creamy.

2. Remove from the blender and add to a large glass container such as a mason jar.
Open up the probiotic capsules and empty the contents into the coconut meat mixture. Stir with a wooden or plastic spoon until incorporated.

3. Place a piece of cheesecloth over the top of the jar and tie it loosely with an elastic band. Place the jar in a warm spot, such as your oven with the light on and let it sit. Taste test after 18 hours. If it isn't tangy enough, allow the mixture to ferment for up to 36 hours. Once fermented, put a tight lid on in place of the cheesecloth and store it in the fridge for up to 4 weeks.

Did you know? An estimated 200 million people have COPD, of which about 3.2 million die each year, making it the third-leading cause of death worldwide. 🌏
(FIRS Global Impact of Respiratory Disease)

COPD symptoms often don't appear until significant lung damage has occurred, and they usually worsen over time, particularly if smoking exposure continues. 🫁🚬

Signs and symptoms of COPD may include:
❗️Shortness of breath, especially during physical activities
❗️Wheezing
❗️Chest tightness
❗️A chronic cough that may produce mucus (sputum) that may be clear, white, yellow, or greenish
❗️Frequent respiratory infections
❗️Lack of energy
❗️Unintended weight loss (in later stages)
❗️Swelling in ankles, feet, or legs

People with COPD are also likely to experience episodes called exacerbations, during which their symptoms become worse than the usual day-to-day variation and persist for at least several days. 😷

Visit www.docerewellness.com to discover how naturopathic treatment can help people with COPD manage their symptoms and slow disease progression. 🩺

Commemorating the sacrifices of members of the armed forces and of civilians in times of war.🌹

In line with this celebration, we will be closed today November 12. We will resume our clinic hours on Monday, November 14. See you then! 🗓

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Are you a prediabetic or diabetic balancing blood sugar levels? It can be a daily challenge right? That's why blood sugar balancing is important for everyone. 🍽

Erratic blood sugar levels can impact our focus, energy, sleep, weight gain, mood, and hormone imbalance…. But you are fortunate because there are several options for balancing blood sugar levels naturally including diet, exercise, and if necessary nutrients. 🥦

As Dr. Michelle Hagel, ND always says: "it is the quality of the food, not the quantity that makes the difference." Understanding and treating the root cause of illness is key to healing. Optimal health is about feeling your best in all areas of your life, and not just being free of illness. 👩‍⚕️

Grab this chance to book an exclusive naturopathic consultation with her to discuss all the options appropriate for your health including free meal plans to help that journey. 🥑

Visit www.docerewellness.com/online-booking/ to start your wellness journey today 🥗

"Autumn is the season to find contentment at home by paying attention to what we already have." 🍁

It's the last day of October and we know that you've been busy carving and decorating your pumpkins just in time for Halloween. 👻

If you still have some extra pumpkins left, don't throw them away just yet! Here's a Pumpkin Pie Chia Pudding Recipe 👩‍🍳 that's perfect for breakfast or a healthy snack to enjoy with the family.

Ingredients:
🥄1 cup of milk of your preference (I like to use coconut milk 🥥from the can for a more healthy source of fats!)
🥄1 cup Pumpkin Puree (NOT pie filling)
🥄1/4 cup chia seeds
🥄2 tbsp Maple Syrup
🥄1 tsp Vanilla
🥄1.5 tsp Pumpkin Pie Spice

Directions:
1. Mix together in a bowl and chill in the fridge for a few hours or overnight for breakfast the next day! 🥣
2. Top with yogurt and pumpkin seeds, or any nuts and seeds of your choice. Enjoy with the whole family. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Visit www.docerewellness.com to discover more delicious and nutritious breakfast and healthy snack ideas💚

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Do you know the health secrets of homeopathy? Find out how homeopathy does wonder for your body's natural defense. 💚

Hurry and avail of the Back to School Promo 🎒

Keep the whole family healthy this fall for only $149! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Our Back to School Promo includes:
– Consultation
– Healthy meal plan for the whole family including school lunch ideas
– In-office immune injection or oral remedy
– HMF fit for school supplement (includes probiotics, D, C) plus zinc lozenges
– All for $149

Book your Back to School health package today! Call the clinic at 403-452-6262!☎

October is Emotional Wellness Month! 💚

Here are 4 things that you can do for your emotional wellness. 💆

Read our newest blog at this link: 👇 www.https://docerewellness.com/why-emotional-wellness-also-matters/

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Curious about what Reiki is all about? 💭❓

Here's a helpful guide to try Reiki Energy Healing😉👉

Visit www.docerewellness.com and book your 60 or 90 min massage with Laura and get additional Usui Reiki energy work at no extra cost! 💆‍♀️🙌

This offer is only available for a couple more weeks and spaces are filling up fast! Call the clinic today to book your appointment! 403.452.6262 📞📋

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Happy Thanksgiving Day, everyone 🦃! We, at Docere Wellness Centre, hope you all have a memorable thanksgiving celebration this year together with your family👨‍👩‍👧‍👦, friends, and food!🥂 Don't forget to be grateful for even the smallest things each brand new day 🌻

As much as we want to cater to your concerns and inquiries during this special holiday, we wanted to let you know that we will be closed starting Friday, October 7 until Monday, October 10. We will resume our clinic hours on Tuesday, October 12. See you then! 🗓

Have a wonderful weekend! 🍁

Keeping your kids hydrated with healthy drink choices like water and milk has many benefits. It will help prevent fatigue, improve mood, aid digestion and maintenance, and enhance brain function. 🧠 Try to eliminate sugary drinks such as soda, sports drinks and energy drinks, as they are often packed with sugar, caffeine and other unwanted ingredients. Too much caffeine can increase heart rates, blood pressure, interrupt sleep and cause nervousness and irritability.

Favorite Back to Fall Teas! 😋 🫖

Cinnamon almond milk matcha!
✨ Start with 1 cup of almond milk, steamed in a saucepan or with a milk steamer. Note: that you can also use cashew or rice milk (although it will likely not be as creamy as the almond milk).
✨ Mix in 1 tsp of matcha powder (organically sourced if possible).
✨ Add ¼ teaspoon of cinnamon.
✨ Sweeten if you would like with ½ tsp of honey/manuka honey.
✨ Mix and enjoy!

Honey Ginger and Lemon tea:
✨ Grate or finely shop up around 1 tablespoon of pure/organic ginger
✨ Add ½ to 1 tablespoon of lemon.
✨ Pour 1 cup of boiling water over ginger and lemon mix and let is steep for 3-5 minutes.
✨ Optional: mix in half a handful of goji berries, to add some antioxidant support
Use strainer to pour the liquid portion into a mug.
✨ Add ½ – 1 teaspoon of honey/manuka honey to taste, and sip slowly – enjoy!

Dairy Free “Golden Milk” Pumpkin Spice Turmeric Tea:
✨ 1 cup of almond milk steamed in a saucepan or with a milk steamer.
✨ ¼ cup of pumpkin puree (organically sourced if possible).
✨ ½ – 1 teaspoon of organic turmeric powder.
✨ ¼ teaspoon of ginger powder
✨ ¼ nutmeg powder
✨ Add 2-3 drops of vanilla, caramel or unflavoured stevia.
✨ Add 1-2 teaspoons of coconut oil or ghee until full melted.
✨ Mix all contents, pour into your favorite mug, and enjoy!

Don't miss out on our Back to School Promotion! For only $149 you will receive:
✅ Consultation
✅ Healthy meal plan for the whole family including school lunch ideas
✅ In office immune injection or oral remedy
✅ HMF fit for school supplement (includes probiotics, D, C) plus zinc lozenges

Book your Back to School health package today! Call the clinic at 403-452-6262!or visit www.docerewellness.com

Happy first day of fall everyone! 🍁🌻 We hope you have a happy and healthy autumn!

FALL DETOX MASSAGE SPECIAL RETURNS! Get 10% off all Detox Massage and Lymph Drainage Therapy Sessions! 🙌

Detox Massage helps remove impurities from your body that you have accumulated over the summer. Cleanse, clarify and filter toxins through your lymph system and circulatory system with this tried and true gentle purge! Perfect when paired with other forms of a fall cleanse or Detox program.

Two sessions 1 - 2 weeks apart is highly recommended. Book your Detox Massage or Lymph Drainage Therapy with Laura Corcoran!

📞 403-452-6262
🌐 www.docerewellness.com

The most effective way to avoid spreading germs is proper hand washing. Encouraging your kids to sing the alphabet or the Happy Birthday song from beginning to end will teach them how much time should be spent on this task. Everyone should wash the fronts and backs of their hands and in-between fingers.🙌

Back to School Recipes - Docere Wellness

Back to school can always be a busy time for parents and children. The last thing you want to do is spend a long time making breakfast and lunches. Here are a couple of great, quick and easy recipes that can be made ahead of time to save you time when the kids are trying to run out the door. 💚
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Back to School Recipes - Docere Wellness Back to school can always be a busy time for parents and children. The last thing you want to do is spend a long time making breakfast and lunches. Docere Wellness is here to help!

Provide healthy meal options for your kids, including breakfast. Students who eat breakfast are more alert during class than those who don’t. Plus, the right foods combined with adequate rest will help fight off infections. 💚

This time of year everyone is looking to support their immune system and avoid getting sick at all costs! 🤒 A great time to consider an immune-boosting shot is when people around you are sick, times of stress, diet is not optimal or you just aren’t getting enough sleep. All of these factors will challenge your immune system and make you more susceptible to getting sick. Call us to book your spot TODAY 403-452-6262! 💚

September is Chronic Pain Awareness Month! We want to help you BREAK the CHRONIC PAIN CHAIN!! 🙌 Massage can break the cycle of pain. Massage soothes muscle tension, stretches and kneads tight muscles, and calms the nervous system. When muscles relax, pressure on nerves is reduced; alleviating pain. As your nervous system is relaxing, blood vessels dial ate to increase circulation. Waste products are flushed away and replaced with healing oxygen and nutrients. Regular massage can renew your energy and provide pleasant feelings of release. This, in turn, could motivate you to move more as your pain is decreased. Fall projects like yard work can aggravate your pain cycle. Massage can be part of your body’s support system.

Laura Corcoran continues to help break the Chronic Pain Chain with 27 years of experience with Therapeutic and Relaxation Massage! Book your appointment with Laura TODAY! 💛 www.docerewellness.com