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EDITOR’S NOTE

We’re kicking off 2016 with our annual Health & Wellness edition. If getting fit or living a healthier, more mindful lifestyle are on your to-do list, keep on reading. For those of us living in South Etobicoke, we’re fortunate to have a number of fitness options at our disposal. If you’re the hearty type and don’t mind the cold, lace up those skates and hit the Figure 8 at Sam Smith Park. If bearing the cold isn’t your thing, why not sign up for a bootcamp, take a yoga class (or two), try your hand at indoor rock climbing, or join a spinning class? Physical activity is just one part of living a healthy lifestyle. Diet is arguably the most important component to wellness. Check out our feature on THE FIX + CO; your local source for organic cold pressed juices. While you’re at it, discover our local farmers’ market, learn about reiki, and read our

interview with a local Naturopathic Doctor who outlines 5 easy dietary tips to start you on your way to wellness. For those goal-setters out there, we’ve also included some advice to help you have a great 2016. Be sure to check out our digital magazine for extended content, including an easy-to-make recipe for Valentine’s cookies from The Mix Bake Shop in Alderwood. I’d like to thank our Ad Partners for their continued support, as well as our editorial contributors. As always, I encourage you to support your local merchants and buy local this winter. Thanks for reading, Roger Tumminieri, Editor

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WHERE TO START BY: ALISON TUNLEY

2016 has arrived and it’s time to make a change. The first and most important step lies within you. Only you can decide to change and take action toward your personal fitness goals. But making positive lifestyle changes is not something that can be rushed. This is not a quick fix you’re looking for. Instead of planning a complete and instant overhaul, think about creating a roadmap that leads you incrementally towards your ultimate goal. Make just a few changes at a time. This slower approach is much more sustainable.

incrementally. Once you have implemented the change into your life, you can add another. • Know what makes you smile. If the thought of running on a treadmill makes you cringe, or being part of a large class gives you anxiety, don’t do it! Find an activity that inspires you and go for it.

We have been working hard at MiBody Health and Fitness to create a diverse class schedule that will satisfy many levels of fitness in an uplifting and nurturing environment. Our Registered Massage Therapists are always on hand to There are plenty of fun and chalhelp ease the muscle soreness lenging activities you can do inoften associated with starting a doors and there are many alterna- new fitness routine. Our individualtives to heading to the gym. Here ized and collaborative approach to are some tips we’ve recommended health is as unique as your needs. to our clients to begin the process Whatever your activity level or of getting fit, one step at a time: physical demands, we’re here to help…when you’re ready. • Make the time in your schedule. Your well-being matters. No one Alison Tunley, RMT is co-owner of else will do this for you, so set MiBody Health and Fitness Inc. at aside a certain amount of time 2788 Lake Shore Blvd W. every day for just you, be it a brisk mibody.ca | 416.301.7586 walk, a swim in your local pool, or a workout at the gym. • Start small. Make the changes 8

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TOP 5 DIETARY TIPS FATEH SRAJELDIN B.Sc., ND

Dr. Srajeldin recommends the following tips to those who are just starting down the path to health and wellness. 1 Eat 3 balanced meals and 3 small snacks per day. This will keep your blood sugar and energy at normal levels. 2 Refrain from carbonated drinks. The CO2 gas dilates the colon. 3 Drink (don’t sip) 8 glasses of water per day. Sipping leads to frequent urination. Gulp it down. 4 No more added sugar or dairy.

Organic milk is ok, though. 5 Cut the coffee. Caffeine isn’t the problem. Coffee is acidic, which opens the body’s gate to acid-loving disease, bacteria, viruses, fungus, and cancer. It also removes calcium from the body which leads to osteoporosis, high blood pressure, and increased cholesterol.

Dr. Srajeldin is the director of the Naturopathic Wellness & Allergy Clinic located at 5468 Dundas W. inaturopath.ca | 416.207.0207 They will also have the most KNOW YOUR VITAMINS absorbable form of that certain viBY: JANICE PAVICIC tamin. For example, B12 comes in Everyone should be taking at least different forms - methylcobalamin a multi-vitamin to ensure your being the most absorbable form. It body is getting the vitamins and is also important to ask where your minerals it needs on a daily basis. vitamins are made. How are the When looking for a good quality raw materials sourced? The easiest ‘multi’, it is important to check the way to make a decision is to go to ingredients and make sure that it your local health food store and does not contain any colourings or talk to someone who is educated additives. Certain fillers found in and can explain your options to cheaper vitamins can cause aller- you. gic reactions, hyperactivity, and digestive disturbances. Good quality Janice Pavicic is the owner of vitamins will be tailored to either Healthy Living Plus located in The men or women, and target certain Kingsway at 3066 Bloor Street W. age groups in order to supply you (just east of Brentwood). with what your body requires at healthylivingplus.ca | 647.748.2800 your specific age. social: @the_el_press

COLD PRESSED ORGANIC JUICE THE FIX + CO

Meet the owners of THE FIX + CO; cousins Tamara Spinatsch and Adrianna Stadnyk. You’ve no doubt seen their cold pressed organic juices around the neighbourhood at places like Healthy Living Plus in The Kingsway or Branch Yoga & Wellness in Long Branch. Spinatsch grew up in the restaurant business and Stadnyk is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist. The pair have combined their respective skill sets to bring healthy, fresh, and convenient food to the ‘hood.

“We love that we’re able to feed the community,” states Stadnyk. “We’re not just selling, ” adds Spinatsch. “We’re educating our customers on how they can take better care of themselves.” THE FIX offers cleansing kits, catering, and a delivery service. If you have food sensitivities or allergies, in-store consultations are available and you can even have your orders customized to your needs. Visit THE FIX at #1 Thirtieth St. thefixandco.com | 416.259.7525

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Long Branch resident, Yvonne Harris is also raising awareness and Harris, cuts her hair for cancer at funds for the teen suicide hotline Angelic Touch Salon. She grew her and support project, hair for a year before it qualified CameronHelps.ca for donation length. It will be used Angelic Touch Salon is located in to make wigs for those undergoing Long Branch at 3446 Lake Shore chemotherapy. Blvd W. | 416.354.2444 10

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AERIAL YOGA BY: MARLENE SAMMY

youthful and rejuvenated. • It’s profoundly relaxing. The peaceful rocking of the silks while Regular practitioners of yoga and in supported poses like Cocoon fitness know the importance of (think savasana levitating) triggers shaking up familiar movement the relaxation response. This calms patterns and infusing routines with the mind and eases the body into something new. Branching out to ‘rest and digest’ mode, dampening try different activities and classes the production of stress hormones can be revitalizing on a physical and quieting busy thoughts. As level, but also touts mental and theta brain waves increase, stusocial benefits. Take aerial yoga dents find themselves lulled into for instance; the playful love child an effortless state of rest and of modern circus arts, dance, and meditation. traditional yoga. This is a practice • It’s fun! Aerial yoga conquers that has students hanging from the fears and captures your inner child ceiling in silky fabric hammocks through exploration and play. to breathe, sweat, and suspend Students of all ages repeatedly together. Sound crazy? It’s surpris- share feeling more confident and ingly accessible. Aerial yoga can connected to their bodies while be all at once freeing, frightening, experiencing presence and pure challenging, and deeply relaxing enjoyment. So grab some friends Above all, it’s really fun. Here are and go out on a limb by trying three reasons to go out on a limb aerial yoga! and try aerial yoga. • It makes you strong and flexible fast. The waist-height hammocks used in aerial yoga push your physical edges while supporting some or all of your body weight. This allows students to enter into yoga poses that wouldn’t normally be available, such as scorpion, handstand, or wheel pose. The support of the silk allows you to bypass usual limitations to stretch deeper and hold postures longer. As aerial yoga incorporates the added dimension of assisted inversions, additional benefits include gentle decompression of the spine and discs, as well as stimulation of lymph and blood flow. Students often come away from class feeling

Marlene Sammy co-owns and instructs aerial yoga at acclaimed studio, Branch Yoga & Wellness. 3301 Lake Shore Blvd W branchyoga.com | 647.348.3301

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CONSULT YOUR PHARMACIST BY: JONATHAN NHAN, RPh, CDE

It’s important to be fit, but don’t overlook the potential implications certain diseases and their treatments may have on your overall health once you begin a fitness or exercise regime. If you have diabetes or high blood pressure and are looking to become more active, it’s important to first consider what medications you’re taking. We can review them with you and, at the

same time, offer information and guidance on recommended ways to start increasing your physical activity safely.

WHAT IS REIKI?

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BY: CHRISTINA TAGLIACOZZO set on 5 ideals created by founder, Mikao Usui, to bring balance and “Rei” is spiritual wisdom of the harmony to one’s life. For more highest source, while “ki” is the information on Reiki, visit: universal life force. Reiki is defined healthct.ca | 647.631.8514 as spiritually guided life energy. In a non-invasive Japanese technique, an attuned practitioner can channel this source of energy through a person’s body, creating therapeutic effects including relaxation and feelings of peace. Think of a gentle detox to the mind of thoughts and emotions, the body of physical pains, and the spiritual release of blocked chakras. No touch is required. A session is held for an hour where a person of any age may choose to lay down or sit on a chair. It is important to note that Reiki is not a

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FINANCIAL WELLNESS TIPS BY: TRAVIS PERRATON, PFP

As an investment and retirement planner, I’ve seen first-hand when people transition out of the work world they often lose some sense of self and purpose. This can have a negative affect on their mental health. So making sure you have a plan that incorporates hobbies and physical fitness contributes to a state of mental well-being. We all know that saving money is important, too. But how important? Is it all about the dollar amount that puts your mind at ease? Typically, the answer is yes, but there are important considerations to make so your money can go further.

• Stay invested. If you’re not, get invested in a long-term strategy. Your time horizon could be as long as 40 years. That’s good. It gives you ample opportunity for your money to grow. • Pay yourself first. • Keep different accounts for different purposes. • Set and refresh your budget regularly. • Scrutinize bills regularly. Look at expenses that can be reduced, modified, or lived without. • Have goals, both short and longterm. This gets you through the tough times in saving. • Clearly understand your credit Getting close to retirement can be card bills and timing. Know your a time of relief and freedom, but Credit Bureau report. Treat it like also a time of angst. Retirement is your drivers license and act like it’s not a vacation. You just have more on your resume. time during the day. This doesn’t • Stratify your savings into different mean that you can’t enjoy it, but time horizons. you want to make sure your money outlives you. Just because you are Following these straightforward no longer in the wealth accumula- tips can start you down the road to tion stage of life doesn’t mean that financial wellness and ensure you your money has to stop growing. have peace of mind in your golden In my experience, I’ve seen many years. I’m happy to help customize different approaches to generating a plan that works for you. Visit me wealth. Some advice for wealth at RBC Royal Bank in Long Branch accumulation include: or call me directly at 416.579.3023. social: @the_el_press

ADDICTION & MENTAL HEALTH HUMBER COLLEGE LAKESHORE CAMPUS

Professor Joanne Spence address- Courses are hands-on and skillses the first cohort of Humber’s new based. Students combine in-class postgraduate program in addiction learning with in-field co-op placeand mental health. The program is ments at health centres across the only one of its kind in Toronto Etobicoke-Lakeshore. and prepares students to work as For information on the program, counsellors and case managers. visit humber.ca | 416.675.6622 5 TIPS FOR A GREAT 2016 don’t give it the juice to become a reality. BY: KAREY EMMETT 3 Write it down. Release your 1 Visualize. Imagine yourself on dreams from your mind into the Dec 31st, 2016 looking back on Universe and watch the magic the year gone by as you celebrate unfold! your accomplishments. Think of 4 Get support from friends and who you want to be, what you want family or better yet, hire a coach to to do, and what you want to have. help you get there faster. Be specific and limit your goals 5 Have fun and enjoy the journey! to a maximum of 3 to keep you focused. Karey Emmett is an Empowerment 2 Understand why these goals are Coach, Soul Guide & co-owner of important to you. Without knowing Branch Yoga & Wellness and Fly the reason we want something, we Studio Inc. | 647.348.3301

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The next time you’re cruising down The Queensway, go north on The East Mall, hang a left on North Queen and stop in to visit our neighbourhood’s organic market. If you’re lucky, you’ll catch owner, Fahim Alwan, in between trips to the farm. Alwan is so committed to the quality of the products he sells, that he spends most of his time working closely with local organic

farmers in Southern Ontario to ensure his customers have access to the highest quality food. “It’s so important to know what you’re eating,” Alwan explains. “And you have to trust where your food comes from.” Visit him and his very knowledgeable staff at: 100 The East Mall blossompure.com | 905.891.2005

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take an honest and transparent approach when working with all of our clients and educate them so they understand what work needs to be done and why.” “At the end of the day,” adds owner, Andrew Norris. “The most important thing is that our clients drive away in a safe and reliable vehicle.” Call Andrew or Allan for your car’s next check-up: 416.239.7775

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VALENTINE’S DAY IN THE ‘HOOD THE MIX BAKE SHOP DIY VALENTINE COOKIES

INGREDIENTS: 1 cup butter (room temperature) 3/4 cup sugar 3/4 cup brown sugar 2 eggs 1 tsp vanilla 2 1/4 cups all purpose flour 1 tsp baking soda 1/4 tsp salt 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips 3/4 cup chopped nuts (optional) THINGS YOU’LL NEED: Large mixing bowl Electric mixer or wooden spoon Shaped cookie cutter Baking sheet Parchment paper FOR DECORATING: Fondant Piping bag/ziplock bag Piping tips Red, white or pink cookie icing

Attention Dads: Gather the kids and bake up these heartwarming chocolate chip cookies for your favourite Valentine in 20 minutes. See below for the recipe and stepby-step instructions. Yields: 5-6 dozen drop cookies, or 8-10 large 4” heart cookies. Don’t bake? Don’t worry! Register to decorate a giant cookie at The Mix Bake Shop from Feb 11 to 13 for only $8/person. Visit themixbakeshop.com for details or stop in to see Eleanor at 374 Brown’s Line | 647.686.2253

Add flour, baking soda and salt. Beat until smooth and blended. Stir in chocolate chips (and nuts or cranberries if you like). Or be creative and use pink and red coated candies instead. Line a baking tray with parchment paper. Grab a heart-shaped cookie cutter, coat it lightly with flour, and place it on the baking tray. Press about a tablespoonful of dough into the cutter to about 1/2 inch high. Or drop by spoonful onto cookie sheet about 2 inches apart. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are browned. Carefully move cookies to a cooking rack and try not to eat them all before they cool!

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TO DECORATE: With Fondant: Roll red fondant to 1/8, and use the same heart shape cutter to cut out a heart shape. Moisten the back of the fondant with a very light coat of water. Carefully place on cookie. Let dry for 1 hour. Place in airtight bag tied with a bow. With Icing: Place piping tip in piping bag. I like to use the star tip. Place icing in piping bag till half full. Twist bag 3 times to seal top so icing does not spill when decorating. Make small stars along the border of the cookie. Allow to dry for a few hours. Once dry to the touch, place in clear bag and top with a bow. For fun, switch to a small round tip and write a message on the cookie.

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