The Protector

A Resource for Arthritis Victims

2014-07-15T21:09:00.004-07:00

If you are a victim of arthritis there is a new resource for you on the newstands in Canada.

It is called simply, Allergies, A NEW, OR RELATIVELY NEW MAGAZINE CHOCK FULL OF ARTICLES FOR VICTIMS OF allergies..

Definitely worth checking out.

Stay Aware of Amber Alerts by Watching Those Buses

2014-05-14T16:17:00.003-07:00

Here's a new way to stay aware of Amber Alerts when a child has been abducted in the Greater Vancouver, BC area -- notices on local buses.

Today I saw one of these on local computer buses serving the Port Coquitlam, BC area. On the sign that denotes what route it was serving it had the simple notice that there was an Amber Alert and to check radios for more information.

This one dealt with the abduction of two young girls in Alberta by their birth-mother apparently.

A great way to make even more persons aware of these Amber Alerts.

Invest In Yiour Future!

2014-05-14T14:19:00.004-07:00

Now is the a good time to invest in your future -- before you get there and might need help.

What I mean is taking the time to make a donation to organizations such as the Greater Victoria Eldercare Foundation.

To quote part of an advertorial I saw in Senior Living, May 2014:

The Eldercare Foundation enhances the care comfort, dignity and independence of hundred of elderly residents living in care facilities and generally support elderly persons living on Vancouver Island"

What, they and other organizations like this, do is help to update equipment in senior centres as well as organization community programs that help seniors to stay in their homes longer.

Needless to say these types of things can easy run into millions of dollars so why not make a donation today to help them and similar organizations out? That would be a good way to help protect your future.

When you get older you just never know when they might be able to help you.

For more information on this
seniors organization and its programs contact: www.gvef.org

Is BC Hydro Getting Sneaky with Smart Hold Installation Hold-Outs?

2014-05-06T14:22:00.002-07:00

Is BC Hydro resorting to trickery in order to complete smart-meter installations despite the fact that thousands of clients are still refusing them?

Their latest attempt to install some type of smart meter could be carried out under the guise of having to install a re-certified old-style analog meter to meet Measurement Canada requirements.

BC Hydro claims that these are definitely not smart meters, but when two of the sub-contractors came to our house to try and install one both of the men were wearing complete head protective gear -- not just hard hats and safety classes but helmets equipped with some type of protective material that came down as far as their shoulders and also equipped with eye visors to protect their eyes and face..... hmm?

All of this just to change an electrical meter?

Check with the Citizens for Safe Technology web site: www.citizensforsafetechnology.org for more information.

Watch Those Nutritional Shakes

2014-05-02T13:58:00.002-07:00

Many persons are consuming those nutritional shakes in order to fortify their bodies --especially when they do not have time to eat a full meal -- but -- according to Health Canada -- it could be dangerous to your health.

According to a Global news broadcast, November 1, 2013 one leading brand of nutritional shake was contaminated with chloramphenicol or (CAP) Health Canada said.

The company media person denied that the levels of the drug posed a risk, but according to the Health Canada research it is not clear at what levels this drug would pose a danger to your health.

For more information on this check the Global News reporter of November 1, 2013. The original story was written by Christine Tam and Amy Judd and referred to two specific shakes produced by the company in question.

Do your research and check this out carefully before accepting any company advertising. The health care practitioner who warned me recently about this danger tested me for another nutritional shake product from this company and found it was definitely not something I should take personally.

Beware Those Popcorn Bags!

2014-05-01T19:12:00.002-07:00

Just about everybody loves popcorn, but be careful!

According to the latest Dr. Oz show on television those pre-package bags you just pop into your microwave could be the death of you.

According to Dr. Oz the packaging contains lethal material and has already caused bad problems for persons who consume the stuff regularly.

Check it out with the Dr. Oz web site. It could save you from a lot of health problems.

Test it With Your Thumb

2014-04-28T18:21:00.003-07:00

Love nice fresh fish -- especially when it is on sale for a good price?

We all do, but be careful because in some super markets you could wind up with a nice looking piece of fish that you find out is rotten when you get it home.

Of course you can always take it back but why not check it out first with a simple test? Take you thumb and push a section of the fish down with a firm pressure.

If the side of the fish does not bounce back to its original shape quickly forget it; it's usually rotten.

Take the time to look in another store for your salmon ( or other fish) feast. It will pay off in the end

Make A Switch

2013-12-03T18:34:00.000-08:00

Try this when packing for your next trip; it could save you a lot of frustration.

Before closing those suitcases make a switch of one set of clothing with your husband -- or other person you are going to be traveling with.

That if one of your suitcases should get lost or misplaced you still will not get caught short of clothing while waiting for your lost suitcase to be located and returned.

Could make your trip a little more enjoyable.

Watch Those Yoga Poses

2013-11-15T18:33:00.002-08:00

Oh, Oh, better watch how long you hold that yoga pose!

The practice of yoga has washed over North America like a huge Tsunami -- and it seems, like the literal tsunami, if you are not careful it can be destructive according to this evening's CTV news in Vancoauver. BC

It seems that at least some yoga poses if not done properly or held for too long can actually harm your body rather than help it.

For more information contact CTV news on channel 9.

If you miss it there on www.ctv.ca

The Key To A Successful Response

2013-03-06T08:54:00.002-08:00

I saw a very catchy tag line on an advertisement or Web site somewhere ( I actually forget where exactly) which had a very good reminder for handling any non-emergency or emergency situation.

What it said was: "Listen. Reflect. Act" -- If we handle the first two properly -- then the success the third will be -- almost -- automatic.

Holes to Strengthen Eyes!

2013-02-26T17:27:00.004-08:00

When your eyes get weak of course it is a good idea to buy a good set of glasses to see where you are going -- but there are other alternatives -- in some cases.

An acquaintance of mine recently resorted to glasses because she has trouble seeing where she is going when behind the wheel. A good move, as I admitted, and perhaps necessary in her case.

But in many cases you can successfully strengthen your eyes with some of the naturopathic remedies, getting treatments from a reflexologist who can sometimes restore good eyesight through massage treatments. Worth checking out.

Another solution you might want to check into is the special eype glasses you can purchase in some health food stores that have a material with small holes cut into it.

Believe it or not following the techniques or eye exercises recommended by the manufacturers of these special glasses can help to strengthen your eyes and restore lost vehicle. Worth checking out again.

‘The doctor will see you now’ depends on how much you earn, study suggests

2013-02-25T09:46:00.001-08:00

‘The doctor will see you now’ depends on how much you earn, study suggests

BPA Still A Threat in Packaging

2013-01-30T18:36:00.003-08:00

BPA, which authorities say can cause catastrophic neurological problems, is still a threat -- and apparently in the cans used to preserve many of our foods according to the Dr. Oz show today.

Many companies are using metal packaging that contains these deadly chemicals according to the Dr. Oz and an expert he had on the show today.

He says you can minimize some of your exposure to these chemicals by washing canned vegetables and fruit -- before using them.

For more information click on: Dr. Oz Show.

Look Forwards and Backwards at Same Time

2013-01-29T10:30:00.002-08:00

If you live or work in potentially dangerous environments you might want to invest in a good pair of sun glasses that lets you keep an eye on whose behind you while working or walking.

Any good Spy shop (there are at least a half dozen in the Vancouver BC area) would carry these or perhaps be able to order them for you.

Failing that, click on Eye Spy magazine online or buy a print copy at large book stores like Chapter or Indigo. This magazine regularly carries ads for such things in its advertising -- complete with instructions on how to order such equipment.

B.C. regulator accuses woman of running Ponzi scheme that raised $135.4 million

2013-01-21T17:20:00.001-08:00

B.C. regulator accuses woman of running Ponzi scheme that raised $135.4 million

Canada lags behind other countries in after-hours medical care: report | CTV News

2013-01-21T17:16:00.001-08:00

Canada lags behind other countries in after-hours medical care: report | CTV News

Regular cervical cancer screen should start after age 25, experts say

2013-01-07T10:24:00.001-08:00

Regular cervical cancer screen should start after age 25, experts say

Treadmill workouts good alternative for cold days

2013-01-04T12:11:00.001-08:00

Treadmill workouts good alternative for cold days

See You Next Year

2012-12-19T08:32:00.000-08:00

Have A Great Holiday. See You Nest Year!

Until then keep in mind the experience of a young man who suffered a major spinal injury in a car accident.

The injury was so bad that doctors told his family that Randy would never walk again --something they didn't dare tell him.

As a result, totally unaware of the doctors' prognosis Randy lay in a hospital bed practicing the deep breathing exercises he normally used in combination with Tai chi to build and maintain his physical and mental health. He also mentally went through these Tai chi exercises as he lay there.

Miraculously after two weeks he could could move a finger and six months later Randy was back in his Tai chi class. He had to start all over again at the beginner's level, but he did progress and recover from his spinal injury.

So never say something is impossible too quickly. With the right "tools" and determination just about anything is possible.

The Cause of Newtowns

2012-12-18T09:40:00.001-08:00

In the post below you'll see that experts claim Asperger's disease would not have been the cause of the Newtown Tragedy -- and that is true.

One of the major causes of such violence is the steady diet of violence and mayhem we are fed not only through daily television programs but also video and other games.

True, such a steady diet of murder does not cause everyone to go off the deep end and murder or hurt others -- but it does affect too many young minds (often already floundering in a sea of emotional problems already) in this way.

The route to ending or reducing such carnage is not just through stricter gun control in the United States and other countries but also the elimination or reduction in violence we are feeding our minds with through television programs, movies, and video and computer games -- not to mention the newest craze: professional kick boxing or mixed martial arts contests.

A steady diet of such bloody mayhem has to affect the brains of all of us -- to various degrees; you have to remember that members of the Special Forces reportedly go through a desensitization to killing and then a reverse process (which sometimes does not work) when they leave the miliary so a steady diet of violent programs and games has to cause, at least somewhat, the same effects in the minds of persons addicted to such things.

With all of this our society today is very similar to the last days of the Roman Empire during which much of the ruling class and the rest of Roman society became obsessed with violent gladatorial contests. We have to expect more Newtowns unless we change as a society.

Asperger's isn't linked to violence, experts say

2012-12-18T09:23:00.001-08:00

Asperger's isn't linked to violence, experts say

Smoking ups risk of sudden death in women: report

2012-12-12T08:43:00.001-08:00

Smoking ups risk of sudden death in women: report

Survival Kit, Executive 72 hr.w/ Solar Radio Upgrade

2012-12-11T16:58:00.001-08:00

Survival Kit, Executive 72 hr.w/ Solar Radio Upgrade

Cyborgs?

2012-12-11T16:30:00.001-08:00

More and more "experts" claim we are becoming cyborgs.

For another thought provoking feature on the topic below click on: www.newyorktimes.com

Humans are becoming cyborgs

2012-12-11T16:21:00.001-08:00

Humans are becoming cyborgs