Wednesday 26 October 2016

HVAC Company, Belyea Bros. Heating & Cooling





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Monday 17 October 2016

Friday 14 October 2016

Girls' Great Escape!

The Girls' Escape is about trying something new and having some fun without taking yourself too seriously! A perfect weekend for moms and daughters, sisters, co-workers and best friends to share some quality girl time together in a fun atmosphere. 


Saturday November 12th & 13th!

The Old Mill - Etobicoke

Wednesday 12 October 2016

UK Advises Vitamin D Supplements for Everyone – Should Canada Follow?



TORONTO – A recently released report by the Scientific Advisory Committee on Nutrition (SACN) in the United Kingdom is urging all Brits to take vitamin D supplements, which according to the Vitamin D Society of Canada, should give Canadians a reason to start looking at their own vitamin D intake levels.

Much like the UK, Canada shares the same sunshine limitations, which means because of the northern latitude of both countries, vitamin D producing sunlight can only be captured by our skin between the months of May and October. This leaves Canadians and Brits in the cold and with declining vitamin D levels in the fall and winter.

The downside of low vitamin D levels means that bones can become thin and brittle because vitamin D plays an important role in regulating the amount of calcium and phosphate in the body - making it essential for bone health and more.

“Without having a recommended intake in the UK it was not possible to evaluate vitamin D status or vitamin D intakes there, but now with the decision of SACN to finally put these forward, we can see in the UK, intakes are low and status is one of the poorest,” says Dr. Susan Whiting, Scientific Advisor for the Vitamin D Society and professor at the University of Saskatchewan. “Both countries share similar latitudes, similar dietary habits and distribution of people of European and non-European ancestry. Modest fortification with vitamin D in Canada has prevented us from having so much severe vitamin D deficiency as is the situation in the UK right now. But diet alone in neither country can allow us to achieve optimal vitamin D status especially in winter months.”

Statistics Canada reports that up to 12 million Canadians — 35% of us — do not meet vitamin D blood level requirements. That number rises to more than 40% in the winter.

The summer sun allows most Canadians and Brits to naturally generate adequate levels of vitamin D, but according to the Vitamin D Society, come winter, that won’t be possible. The northern latitude of our countries physically prevents vitamin D generating sunlight to reach us. The solution to keeping levels normal in the winter, however, is from vitamin D supplements or artificial UVB exposure.

“While vitamin D supplements will help provide benefits in the winter months, fortified foods, which are sometimes relied upon to provide vitamin D, do not actually provide enough vitamin D in the winter.” says Dr. Whiting “For now, the best way to get ready for winter is to enjoy the sun safely and get the summer sunlight while it’s here. But for those who remain indoors or are otherwise prevented from sun exposure in summer, a supplement all year long might be the answer.”

The Vitamin D Society encourages Canadians to use their time in the midday summer sun wisely to stock up on the sunshine vitamin but to remember to use common sense and not let skin burn.

To learn more about vitamin D, please visit www.vitamindsociety.org.

About the Vitamin D Society:
The Vitamin D Society is a Canadian non-profit group organized to increase awareness of the many health conditions strongly linked to vitamin D deficiency; encourage people to be proactive in protecting their health and have their vitamin D levels tested annually; and help fund valuable vitamin D research. The Vitamin D Society recommends people achieve and maintain optimal 25(OH)D blood levels between 100 – 150 nmol/L (Can) or 40-60 ng/ml (USA).

Friday 7 October 2016

UltimateThanksgiving Weekend Breakfast Buffet

Join us for the UltimateThanksgiving Weekend Breakfast Buffet

Join us from 8am. to 2pm. Saturday & Sunday or 9am to 2pm Monday for the Ultimate Breakfast Buffet.

$19.95 for Adults
$12.95 for Child 12 and under.
FREE Child 3 and under
Create your own special Omelettes.
Eggs, Bacon, Sausage and Home fries. Fruits, Jello, Rice pudding, Strawberries and Whipped cream. Waffles, Pancakes, Danish, Croissants, Tarts, Muffins and Cakes. Cereals and Fresh breads. Ice Cream and Frozen Yogurt. Fresh squeezed Orange Juice. Carrot and Grapefruit Juices. The Duck’s own   “V5 “ Juice. Cold cuts, Vegetables, Cheeses and much more….
 
Muddy Duck Restaurant 
2200 Dundas Street East 
Mississauga Ontario L4x2v3 
905-275-7732

Thursday 6 October 2016

Winter Skin Solutions

Winter Skin Solutions:

The cold and windy wintertime is ahead of us and that can mean dry, flaky, and irritated skin. The majority of clients who wish to hydrate their skin are not sure how and when to use a serum as opposed to a cream; the overwhelming amount of moisturizers on the market can cause much confusion. With the correct professional treatments and targeted homecare, winter skin can be glowing, moisturized, and healthy!
First of all, there are some wonderful treatments that go hand in hand with winter, when the sun is not as bright and days not as long. While collagen facials can hydrate and replenish moisture, there are some specific treatments that can be added to a spa’s menu for the winter season. Many clients suffer from hyperpigmentation, varicose veins, and unsightly hair, all of which require a series of treatments. The best time to start clients on a series of six is while we are still in the cold, winter months.