FOOD RECALLS: ALLERGEN WARNING FOR PEANUTS, PISTACHIOS, HAZELNUTS

A recall has been added to the CFIA’s Food Recall Report.

Class 3
Reason for Recall: Allergen – peanut
Product(s): Detskie brand Waffles
Recalling Firm: Wonderberry North America
Distribution: Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec

Product details are available at http://www.inspection.gc.ca/eng/1389884448767/1389884464137

Class 3
Reason for Recall: Allergen – peanut
Product(s): F brand waffle products
Recalling Firm: Wonderberry North America
Distribution: Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec

Product details are available at http://www.inspection.gc.ca/eng/1389973067911/1389973095426

Class 1
Reason for Recall: Allergen – pistachios, hazelnuts
Product(s):  Chocolate Banana & Mango Premium Fruit & Nuts
Recalling Firm: Produce People Ltd.
Distribution: Alberta, Manitoba, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Saskatchewan, Yukon

Product details are available at http://www.inspection.gc.ca/eng/1390018074377/1390018090760

*The above food recalls are from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and brought to you by Anna Gofeld, RD at Form & Function

Weight Loss Lecture Today @ 12:30pm, Kettle Bell Class @ 2.30pm

Hey guys, for all those who have not signed up for the lecture yet, this is going to be a great talk on how you can begin your new year by shedding a few pounds with registered dietitian Anna Gofeld and personal trainer Akhil Dawda  .  After the Lecture, stay for our Kettle Bell Class with DR. Paul Oh, he will be going through the nitty gritty on how to improve strength, power and get injury free workout with an amazing tool.  None Club Markham members are also welcome to join both events.

Please call 905 604 9355 now, before all the spots are taken.

Jan 18 flyer lecture weight loss

Sufferers of Sweaty Feet

The winter season may be a burden for those with super sweaty feet and are trapped all day in closed toe shoes e.g. winter boots.

Hyperhidrosis is the term for excessive sweating of the feet.  This condition more frequently affects men than women and more often occurs in younger adults than in older adults.  The exact cause of this condition is relatively unknown and is usually associated with a genetic factor.

People with hyperhidrosis usually find that their feet exhibit a whitish and wet appearance.  Foot odour may also be present.   Hence, these individuals are more prone to foot infections.

It is important to proper good foot hygiene.   Here are some tips:

– Wash feet with antibacterial soap.  Dry thoroughly.

– Apply cornstarch, foot powder or antifungal foot powder to your feet.

– You can try to apply an antiperspirant on the soles of your feet.

– Applying rubbing alcohol in between the toes is also another option.

– Make sure to change your socks, if possible, during the middle of the day.

– Certain types of socks have moisture wicking abilities which may be beneficial for your feet.

If you have more specific concerns regarding your feet, feel free to set up an appointment for a consultation with the Chiropodist, Jennifer Lam, at the Form and Function Clinic.

HDL : How to Get It Up

A cholesterol test has several components, one of which is HDL (high-density lipoprotein), which is often referred to as “good” cholesterol. HDL is thought of as the healthy cholesterol because it removes excess bad cholesterol (LDL) from your body. Men should aim for an HDL of  > 1.1 and women > 1.3, or the value recommended by your doctor.

Higher HDL = Lower heart disease risk

Here are 5 tips to help raise your HDL cholesterol:

1. Eat more foods high in monounsaturated and omega-3 fats

•ex: soy foods, seeds, nuts, ground flax, fish, seafood, canola and olive oils

2. Eat more plant protein

•ex: chickpeas, lentils, split peas, beans, soy milk, tofu

3. Eat more vegetables and fruits

•Aim for 4 vegetables and 3 fruits per day

•1 serving= ½ cup cut up raw or cook fruits/vegetables OR 1 cup of salad greens OR 1 tennis-ball size fruit/vegetable

4. Avoid foods containing trans fats

• ex: commercial baked goods, hydrogenated margarines, deep-fried foods

• Look for 0% trans fat of the Nutrient Facts Table

5. Be more active

•Aim for 60 minutes of exercise per day including aerobic activities (i.e. swimming, walking) and resistance training (i.e. weight lifting)

HEALTH TALK REMINDER: NEW YEAR, NEW YOU–Nutrition and Exercise Tips for Weight Loss is coming up tomorrow, Saturday January 18th at 12:30pm in the aerobics studio at Club Markham with Registered Dietitian Anna Gofeld & Personal Trainer Akhil Dawda. Don’t forget to reserve your spot at Form and Function front desk by phone 905-604-9355 or e-mail reception@formfunctionclinic.com.

SEE YOU TOMORROW

FOOD RECALLS: ALLERGEN WARNING FOR MILK

ALLERGEN WARNING:

 

A recall has been added to the CFIA’s Food Recall Report.

Class 2
Reason for Recall: Allergen – Milk
Product(s): Dried Whole Eggs
Recalling Firm: Burnbrae Farms Ltd.
Distribution: Alberta, Ontario

Product details are available at http://www.inspection.gc.ca/eng/1389798986828/1389799009772

*The above food recalls are from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and brought to you by Anna Gofeld, RD at Form & Function

Kettlebell Class – Move stronger

Kettlebells are great tool that I use in the rehab of my patients and my own training.  They reinforce good movement patterns: squat (getting up from a chair), hinge (pick objects up with straight spine, carry (carry groceries better), turkish get-up (getting up from the floor), and much more.  You always see them in the corner of the gym and now you can learn how to use them.  See flyer for more info.

Dr. Paul Oh, Chiropractor & SFG Ketllebell instructor

KB Class 1

 

 

 

 

FOOD RECALLS: ALLERGEN WARNINGS FOR PEANUTS, TREE NUTS, EGGS, MILK

ALLERGEN WARNINGS:

A recall has been added to the CFIA’s Food Recall Report.

Class 1
Reason for Recall: Allergen – egg, peanut, tree nut
Product(s): Wafers
Recalling Firm: Omega Food Importers Co. Ltd.
Distribution: Alberta, Ontario, Quebec

Product details are available at http://www.inspection.gc.ca/eng/1389657741809/1389657763237

Class 1
Reason for Recall: Allergen – milk
Product(s): Kinnikinnick Foods Brand products
Recalling Firm: Kinnikinnick Foods Inc.
Distribution: National

Product details are available at http://www.inspection.gc.ca/eng/1389652842049/1389652843190

*The above food recalls are from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and brought to you by Anna Gofeld, RD at Form & Function

Creative Ways to Control Eating

One of the most important tools in the weight loss tool box is PORTION CONTROL. Being able to control the amount we eat can allow us to enjoy a greater variety of foods–even the not-so-healthy kind–and still stick to weight loss or weight maintenance goals. Try some of the creative tips from the video below to curb your food portions:

1. Use smaller plates: Our eyes are often hungier than our stomaches. Using smaller plates will make your eyes feel like you’re eating more when you’re cutting down your portions

2. Eat with your non-dominant hand: Putting in the extra brain effort will help you eat 20% less

3. Drink from tall thin glasses: Humans are terrible at judging volume. Using tall thin glasses, instead of short wide ones, will help you consume less volume without even realizing it.

4. Place a mirror in your kitchen: Literally reflecting on what you’re eating will help you become more conscious of what you consume

5. Chew fruit-flavoured gum when feeling hungry: As we discuss in Craving Change, sometimes we just feel ‘mouth hunger’–the desire to fill our mouth without the organic need to fill our stomach. Gum can be a calorie free way to curb this craving

6. Eat slower: It takes your brain 20min to get the signal from your stomach that you’ve eaten. Slow down your eating to give your body time to process the satiety signal and avoid overeating.

7. Use red plate: Research shows red dishes make people eat less, maybe because the colour is associated with ‘STOP’. So if you have a choice, like when buying disposable dishes for your next party, go for red.

8. Turn off your TV: Watching TV at mealtime often leads to mindless eating because you can’t concentrate on both the screen and your food at the same time. Simply turning off the TV and tuning into your meal can help reduce intake.

9. Photograph your unhealthy foods: Just recording food intake has been shown to help people reduce the amount of unhealthy foods they eat. Keeping a photo-journal of your unhealthy food choices can help you become more conscious of them and reduce their intake.

10. Decrease food variety: Increased food variety leads to increased desire to try a little of everything, which can add up to a lot of food on your plate. Serving the same amount of food, but with less variety, can help cut down your eating.

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10 Amazing Way to Stop Eating Too Much

For more help with your weight loss or nutrition goals, visit https://www.formfunctionclinic.com/#locations or call 905.604.9355 to make an appointment with a registered dietitian.

Don’t wait another day, start your journey to good health today!