Health & Wellness
by Margaret Young, RD, MSc Sobeys Registered Dietitian Fall is often thought of as a “new year”. It marks the end of summer and the start of routine. This feeling isn’t just for those who are going back to school after a summer off. Fall is a great time for both children and adults to…
by Andrew MacMullin Having worked in the food service sector for many years I still enjoy cooking. One of the biggest things when I grocery shop is finding good value for the money as we are a family of five. Any time I see a gadget or tool I think what a “scam” so this…
Contributed by Margaret Young, RD, MSc Here is the schedule of nutrition events happening at Sobeys Douglastown in July. New this month is the Slimmer Summer class, where we will talk about how to make healthy eating easier in the summer months. And of course there are returning favourites like Taste & Learn and Healthy…
Patients receiving rehabilitation services at the Stan Cassidy Centre for Rehabilitation and their families now have access to low-cost, fully accessible accommodation steps away from the province’s tertiary care centre. Representatives from Horizon Health Network and the Stan Cassidy Foundation met to officially open the Stan Cassidy Kiwanis House yesterday. “Research continues to show that…
Here is the schedule of classes happening at Sobeys Douglastown in June. There are some great things coming up, including Kids’ Cooking, Five Secrets to Controlling Diabetes and Cooking for Heart Health. This month’s Taste & Learn class is all about avocados … they’re not just for guacamole! On the Healthy Cooking menu: Grilled Tilapia…
by Dave Bucklow A team of doctors at the Harvard Medical School have been conducting a study of Tai Chi’s health effects with numerous medical conditions over the last 10 years, and the results of these studies have prompted the doctors to write a book covering the health benefits of this ancient art from China.…
Everyone is invited to participate in the Marche Hop La Vie / Be Alive Walk on Saturday, April 13, 2013. Participants will assemble at the Lindon Recreation Centre at 10 am and depart at 10:15 am following a route heading west on King George Highway toward the Miramichi Mall and returning via Pleasant Street, cutting back…
Mighty Miramichi’s Biggest Loser 6 Challenge wrapped up Thursday night, March 28, 2013 with participants shedding a total of 804.5 pounds. “We would like to thank each and every participant for all their hard work. Your dedication to living healthy lives has inspired all of us at Peak Performance!” said Heather Hutt, Manager of Peak…
The Biggest Loser Challenge 6 wraps up tonight, Thursday March 28th, and registration for Challenge 7 opens on Monday, April 1st. Participants can join in teams of four or compete individually. Each member must review the rules and register between Monday April 1st and Sunday April 14th by contacting Peak Performance Health Center at (506)…
Whatever your fitness goals may be, Better Bodies Training Studio offers a variety of options to help you succeed. Stop by to meet Tobi Desveaux and her associates for a Lifestyle Counselling session or to join a class. New participants are always welcomed! At Better Bodies you don’t need to make a commitment, you can…
Below is the schedule of nutrition classes happening at Sobeys in Douglastown for April. There are lots of great options … something for everyone! 5 Secrets to Lowering Blood Pressure (Free) Salt and beyond! Learn which foods can help lower your blood pressure. Wednesday, April 3rd, 10am-11:30am Label Reading with Food Allergies (Free) Are you struggling to…
Peak Performance Health Center is your one stop shopping for healthy living! The centre offers a gym, fitness classes, massage therapy, physiotherapy, a dietitian and a chiropractor, and it continues to grow, adding even more providers and classes to better meet the demand of the community. Peak Performance Health Center is so much more than…
Update: Congratulations to Junior Goguen and Shelley Bryenton, who both won a one month membership to Westside Fitness! Since 2005, Westside Fitness centre has been offering Miramichiers a spacious workout environment. Located at 520 Newcastle Boulevard, Westside Fitness is family owned and operated. Darryl, Doris, Sarah, Cody and their staff welcome all ages to come and…