Windsor Family Health Team

1 day ago

Fast Tip Friday! Did you know that getting vaccines can prevent you and your baby from getting certain infections, which can lead to birth defects, premature birth and more? Before pregnancy, it is also important for all members of your family to have their routine vaccines up-to-date. Learn about which vaccines you and your family should have when preparing for a baby. Check out: www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/vaccination-pregnancy.html ... See MoreSee Less

Windsor Family Health Team

3 days ago

Eat Well Wednesday! This time of year can bring out the Winter Blues, especially for those who already struggle with low mood. Did you know an anti-inflammatory diet can help reduce rates of depression? For people working on improving their mental health, the proper diet can work as an adjunct therapy to other treatments like medication and psychotherapy. In fact, food is the largest factor within our control that can help preserve memory and decrease risk of mental health illness. A well-nourished brain is more resilient when subjected to stressors. With the right foods, you have the right building blocks to promote focus and stable mood. Neurotransmitters, for example serotonin and dopamine, are manufactured right from food components. Over the next 3 Eat Well Wednesdays we'll take a closer look at key nutrients involved in brain health and good mood.
The first key nutrients with Good Mood effects are Omega-3 fats. These are a
class of essential fatty acids found in high concentrations in fish oils, especially from salmon and other cold-water fish, EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) are the two principal omega-3 fatty acids. Other food sources are: chia seeds, brussels sprouts, hemp seeds, walnuts, flaxseeds and several oils.
These fatty acids build brain cell membranes, reduce inflammation and promote new brain cell formation. They can also improve memory and reduce brain disorders from depression to dementia. Tune in next "Eat Well Wednesday" for more on Good Mood Food. ... See MoreSee Less

Windsor Family Health Team

5 days ago

Mental Wellness Monday. Did you know that you can access mental health resources 24/7 at BigWhiteWall.ca? Big White Wall is an online mental health resource that is free to access in a number of ways for residents of Ontario. They provide resources such as an anonymous community of support, assessments to understand more about yourself, courses on anxiety, weight-management and much more! Check out their site today: www.bigwhitewall.ca/v2/Home.aspx ... See MoreSee Less

Windsor Family Health Team

1 week ago

Fast Tip Friday! Gentle Yoga/Healthy Backs, Zumba, Salsa dancing, Water colour painting- These are only SOME of the workshops and courses held for adults throughout the City of Windsor in 2020! The City of Windsor online, interactive Activity Guide boasts tons of activities for children, youth and adults. Check it out today: www.bluetoad.com/publication/?i=632760#{"issue_id":632760,"publication_id":"1644","page":68} ... See MoreSee Less

Windsor Family Health Team

1 week ago

Eat Well Wednesday. There's an Art to Filling your Cart: How to Balance your budget while consuming more vegetables and fruits! Here are some tips to make shopping for produce easier and more affordable:
• Don’t shop when you’re hungry and carry a list. You’ll be more likely to stick to your budget and nutritious food choices.
• Look for washed and bagged salads, baby carrots, celery hearts, broccoli and cauliflower crowns, cherry tomatoes, and shredded cabbage in your grocery store.
• The good news about fruits and veggies in Canada is that we have access to a wide range of fresh produce year-round thanks to improved growing, storage and transportation systems. See seasonal lists at www.foodlandontario.ca/availability
• Buy fresh produce, like peaches or bananas, in varying degrees of ripeness to allow for some ripening towards the end of the week.
• Canned and frozen vegetables can be convenient choices.
• Spend most of your time in the produce, bread, meat and dairy sections of the store.
• Use store flyers to help you find specials.
Click this link for more information about savings when buying vegetables and fruits:
www.stmichaelshospital.com/pdf/programs/womens-health/vegetable-best-buys.pdf
www.unlockfood.ca/EatRightOntario/media/ERO_PDF/en/Budget/ERO_FruitBestBuys.pdf ... See MoreSee Less

Windsor Family Health Team

2 weeks ago

Fast Tip Friday! Are you still looking for a simple new year’s resolution? Do you floss regularly? Flossing is the best way to remove plaque and food debris, which helps prevent tooth decay and gum disease. Make a resolution to keep your teeth and gums healthier this year with regular flossing! Check out this link by @OntarioDentalAssociation for more info: www.youroralhealth.ca/images/patient_resources/Patient_FactSheet_Flossing2017_V3.pdf ... See MoreSee Less

Windsor Family Health Team

2 weeks ago

Eat Well Wednesday! Looking for a New Year's Resolution to Inspire Great Health? Two healthy eating resolutions that will provide a huge impact are: (1) Eating more vegetables and fruit, and (2) Eating less highly processed foods. Recently, Ontario Dietitians working in primary care reviewed nutrition studies that encouraged 6-10 servings of vegetables and fruit per day in order to glean the most health benefits. However, more than 50% of adults and around 70% of school-aged children are not eating even 5 servings of vegetables and fruit each day!
Resolve to fill half your plate with vegetables and fruit at all meals and snacks. Choose fresh, plain frozen, canned or dried vegetables and fruit. Health Benefits: vegetables and fruit provide us with important nutrients including vitamins, minerals and fibre. A diet rich in vegetables and fruit may help reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke and some types of cancer. For more ideas on increasing your vegetables and fruit intake click on this valuable link: www.halfyourplate.ca/
Resolve to reduce your intake of highly processed foods, which typically are packaged in boxes, cans or bags and are marked with longer ingredient lists. Generally, the longer the list, the more processed the food may be. Try to stick to whole foods- vegetables, fruits, lean meats, fish, lentils, beans, lower fat dairy, whole grains and other single ingredient foods. The Benefit? Less saturated fat, trans fat, free sugars and salt in your diet. Look for simple recipes that include whole foods including vegetables or fruit to tackle both resolutions at once. Get the entire family on board with healthy eating in 2020! ... See MoreSee Less

Windsor Family Health Team

3 weeks ago

Mental Wellness Monday. You can’t pour from an empty cup! It is very common for family members to care for other family members with complex health needs; young or old. Caregiving may seem like a full-time job, but even full-time jobs have breaks and holidays. You can only help when you’re healthy and have enough energy and resources. Feeling frustrated, overwhelmed, or even a bit resentful are signs that you might need some care for yourself. If you believe you may need some care for yourself, speak to your provider about community resources available to you, or visit camh.ca. To read more about care for the caregiver, see: cmha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/CarefortheCaregiver-NTNL-brochure-2017_web.pdf ... See MoreSee Less