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4MIGRAINESRead about migraine triggers andfind out ways to treat and preventthese debilitating headaches.

5FEATURE HEALTH PRODUCTSSale priced health products for opti-mal health & wellness.

6MACULAR DEGENERATIONHelp information on Age-relatedMacular Degeneration, the leadingcause of legal blindness inCanada, accounting for 34% ofcases.

7HEALTHY SAVINGSGreat selection of quality health and wellness products from Peoples Pharmacy.

9SPOTLIGHT ON OURCOMMUNITIESA look at Cranbrook and Lytton twoB.C. communities that Peoples isproud to be a member of.

10THE ALS SOCIETY OF BCJoin us in supporting the ALS Societyof BC through the April Dollars forALS campaign.

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Migraines are hard to describe. Most of us have hada headache at some point in our life, but a migraine ismuch worse. They can be completely debilitating fordays with pain, nausea, vision problems and sensitiityto light. Unfortunately, people may not know whenand why their migraines emerge. This month I will tryto explain why migraines occur and how to help treator prevent them. I will also discuss other types ofheadaches.

There are many different types of headaches besidesmigraines. The most common type is called the tensionheadache. It is not known what causes this type ofheadache, but it is thought to be related to muscletightness in the face, scalp and neck. Symptoms includedull, aching pain and a sensation of tightness. Clusterheadaches are an odd type and tend to occur, for lackof a better word, in clusters. These headaches occur infrequent bouts that can last for days or weeks, thenhave periods of remission. Symptoms can be excru-ciating pain, but usually only affect one side of thehead. Then there are the miscellaneous headaches. In-cluded in this list are sinus headaches, cold stimulusheadaches (a.k.a. brain freeze), rebound headaches andthe caffeine withdrawal headaches.

What causes a migraine and why does it hurt somuch? The exact cause of migraines is not known, butresearchers have a few ideas. One theory involves athree-step process. The first step is referred to as“initiation;” in this step something begins the mi-graine chain of events. It could be stress, food aller-gies or other triggers. During the second step, called“prodrome,” the body responds to these triggers byreleasing blood vessel constricting substances. Thiscauses a reduced blood flow in certain parts of thebrain. It is believed this blood-flow reduction may cause

the ‘aura’ that is experienced before a migraineheadache attack. The third or “headache” step iswhere your body responds to this reduced blood flowby causing rapid blood vessel dilation. This increasedblood flow might cause the pounding sensation that isfelt during a migraine. This is a very simplified versionof what it thought to happen. The process of trying tocondense an entire theory, which is written in medicalscience-speak, into real English, makes my head hurt.

What are the symptoms of a migraine? They are notvery pleasant. As well as the severe throbbing pain,they may include sensitivity to light and/or noise andnausea and/or vomiting. When should you contact yourDoctor about your migraine? There are a few warningsigns that should alert you to seek urgent medical atten-tion:- A very sudden headache “thunderclap”- A headache after a blow to the head- A headache with other seemingly unrelated

symptoms, such as: numbness, vision changes,slurred speech, unusual confusion or weakness

- A very different type of headache than is usuallyexperienced

- A headache with symptoms of fever, stiff neck,drowsiness, vomiting and confusionAre there any home remedies that work for migraines?

Sadly, there are few that work, that is why the focus ison prevention. Avoidance of migraine triggers is essen-tial; if you get them frequently it is best to keep a jour-nal. In this journal, you should record when and whatyou eat and your overall health state (were you tired,under a lot of stress, etc.) Often keeping a journal willprovide a migraine pattern and with this pattern you canlearn what your triggers might be. Some of the mostcommon dietary triggers are alcohol, especially wine,

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The macula is a tiny circle in the middle of theretina, a light-sensitive membrane that lines the inside of the back of the eye. In older people, itsometimes begins to deteriorate or degenerate forunknown reasons. Women are believed to be moreat risk than men. Macular degeneration is the leadingcause of legal blindness inCanada, accounting for 34% ofcases. However, macular degen-eration rarely leaves you totallyunable to see.There are two types of this disease:• Dry macular degeneration

accounts for about 90% ofcases. The tissue of the retina shrinks and pigments accumulate inside of it. Dry maculardegeneration can progress to the wet form.

• In wet macular degeneration, new blood vesselsgrow around and behind the macula. There'ssometimes bleeding in or behind the macula.Material seeps into the retina and settles in themacula. This is called an exudate. Eventually theexudate disappears, but a scar takes its place. Allpeople who have wet macular degeneration haddry macular degeneration first.

CausesThe causes of macular degeneration are uknown,

but the risk grows with age. Because it's extremelyrare in people under age 50, the condition is usually

referred to as age-related macular degeneration(AMD).There are some known risk factors for macular

degeneration. Smoking may increase your chancesof developing the condition and seems to speed upits progress. High cholesterol levels, high blood

pressure, obesity, and a diet lack-ing in dark green leafy vegetablesand omega-3 fatty acids may alsobe associated with macular de-generation. Women seem to beat a higher risk than men.

Macular degeneration runs insome families but not in all. Recentstudies of twins suggest that both

genes and environment contribute to the onset ofmacular problems. Wet macular degeneration, atleast, seems to be more common in people withpoor cardiovascular health. Although it only accountsfor about 10% of the cases, wet macular degenera-tion is responsible for 90% of the blindness causedby this disease.Symptoms and ComplicationsBoth types of macular degeneration are completely

painless. In dry macular degeneration, the centreof the field of vision in an eye slowly blurs or growsdim. You can still see colours, but the details aren'tclear. This tends to happen over a period of years.Often, people don't notice the early stages, espe-cially if the other eye is working fine.

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Macular degeneration isthe leading cause oflegal blindness inCanada, accounting for34% of cases

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Unfortunately, macular degeneration rarely affectsjust one eye. It may take time, but the other eye mayeventually start to develop the same problems.The vision loss in wet macular degeneration is muchmore rapid. While the central part of the field of visionfades and blurs, it usually vanishes completely, leavinga large blind spot. An early sign of wet macular de-generation is when you notice that lines in the cen-tre of the field of view become wavy. This is due tothe new blood vessels leaking fluid under the macula,which lifts it from its bed and deforms its shape. Wetmacular degeneration usually occurs in one eye at atime.Making the DiagnosisAn ophthalmologist or eye specialist will likely

know you have macular degeneration from your de-scription of the symptoms of whiteout, blackout, orblurring of the centre of vision, but an eye exam isneeded to confirm the diagnosis.Any eye test involves examining the retina visually.The ophthalmologist will look into your eyes afterputting in some eye drops to dilate the pupils. Tinyyellow flecks called drusen are a possible sign ofmacular degeneration. Some people have drusenwithout macular degeneration, but increasingamounts of this material may foretell problems tocome.Macular degeneration can be detected with a test

called an Amsler grid. This is a poster showing a gridof vertical and horizontal lines with a dot in thecentre. A person with macular degeneration may seewavy lines or missing areas of the grid while focusingon the dot in the centre. When wet macular degen-eration is suspected after an eye exam, a fluoresceinangiography is done to see the blood vessels in theeye more clearly. For this test, fluorescein (a non-toxic dye) is injected in to a vein and a special lightis used to see the macula.Treatment and PreventionWhile there's little that can be done for dry macular

degeneration, the disease progresses very slowly,and will probably never completely black out thecentral vision. Many people with this condition live

full lives without serious disability.Some studies have suggested a link between poor

nutrition and faster degeneration of the macula.According to this evidence, fruit and dark green veg-etables like spinach can slow the disease and con-tribute to better outcomes. For some people, adoctor will recommend a daily supplement thatcontains zinc, copper, vitamin E, vitamin D, andbeta-carotene or vitamin A.There is no cure for wet macular degeneration,

but treatment may help to slow it down. Laser sur-gery destroys tiny, newly grown blood vessels thatmay be bleeding into the macula. Photodynamictherapy may also be used. This involves injecting amedication called verteporfin into a vein. Then, alight is used to activate the medication to closeabnormal blood vessels. Medications injected intothe eye, such as ranibizumab or pegaptanib, may beused to slow down the growth of blood vessels.Daily supplements may also be recommended.It's been shown that bright sunlight may speed up

the progress of macular degeneration. Those withthe condition should consider wearing UV-protectivesunglasses when they are outdoors during daytimehours.People who have lost their vision may need mag-

nifiers, strong reading glasses, and other devices tohelp them manage.To help reduce your chances of getting macular

degeneration:• don't smoke• exercise• eat a healthy diet rich in leafy greens• maintain a healthy weight• wear sunglasses with UV protection during theday

All medications have both common (generic) and brand names. The brand name is what a spe-cific manufacturer calls the product (e.g., TylenolU). The common name is the medical namefor the medication (e.g., acetaminophen). A medication may have many brand names, but onlyone common name. This article lists medications by their common names. For more informa-tion on brand names, speak with your doctor or pharmacist. All material V 1996-2014 MediRe-source Inc. The contents herein are for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice ofyour physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding amedical condition.

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�1000 was donated to the St. Bartholomew's Hospital Auxillary. The Auxillary raises money formuch needed equipment for the Lytton area hospital. Lytton Peoples Pharmacy owners, Chrisand Merle Dreyer presenting cheque to Irene Steer, Director and Josephine Johnson, Director.

Lytton

The Peoples Drug Mart Healthy Communities Fund (HCF) is a community support program that provides finan-cial assistance to health related organizations in Peoples Drug Mart communities. The HCF is funded by the owneroperators of Peoples Drug Mart and from the proceeds of thePeoples Drug Mart corporate fundraising.

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At one time, Lytton grew to such promi-nence that it even petitioned to be named thecapital of British Columbia. Alas, it was not tobe and has, in more modern times, settled tobe known as one of the top spots in Canadafor whitewater river rafting instead. As for itsother claim to fame? The town takes its nameafter English novelist, Sir Edward Bulwer Lyt-ton who is most famous for writing introduc-tions like �It was a dark and stormy nightT�

Lytton's past is closely linked to the Thomp-son and Fraser Rivers that converge here. TheFirst Nations people called this merging oftwo great rivers �Camchin� which means �theforks.”

Situated in the middle of the Rocky Moun-tain Trench, Cranbrook boasts more sunshinethan anywhere else in British Columbia. Its lo-cation in this wide valley creates a feeling ofopenness unique for a region defined by itsmountainous geography.

Cranbrook is a railway town, a mill town, acommercial centre, and an island in a sea ofgolf courses. Cranbrook is a world-class golfdestination as there are seven championshipcourses within twenty minutes of town. Thewilderness, abundant wildlife, and quiet lakesand hikes complement the town's lure as aservice and shopping hub for the surroundingcommunities.

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Help Support TheALS Society of BCAmyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) is a rapidly pro-

gressive, neuromuscular disease. It attacks the motorneurons that transmit electrical impulses from thebrain to the voluntary muscles in the body. When theyfail to receive messages, the muscles lose strength, at-rophy and die.ALS can strike anyone at anytime, regardless of age,

gender, or ethnic origin. It does not affect the senses,and only rarely does it affect the mind. ALS usually be-comes apparent either in the legs, arms, throat orupper chest area. Some people begin to trip and fall,some lose the use of their hands and arms, some findit hard to swallow and some slur their speech.Since the disease frequently takes its toll before being

positively diagnosed, many patients are debilitated be-fore learning they have ALS. The disease wreaks a dev-astating effect on patients as well as their families.As they struggle to cope with the prospect of ad-

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and to provide direct services and support to thosecurrently living with ALS. -ntil a cure is found, the So-ciety provides patient services to improve the qualityof life of those diagnosed with this disease by offeringan extensive equipment loan program, supportgroups, and educational materials.For more information on ALS, go to ALSBC.ca

Peoples Drug MartWalks For ALSThe ALS Society of BC and Peoples Drug Mart have

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aged cheeses, caffeine withdrawal, chocolate, MSG,shell fish and cow’s milk. Health factors that can triggermigraines include stress, hormonal fluctuations, weatherchanges and bright lights.Over the counter anti-inflammatory medicines can

sometimes help treat a migraine. Several of my patientshave told me that by taking ibuprofen at the first signof an upcoming headache can lessen the severity of, oreven prevent, a migraine. They generally take 600mgat one time. Ask your Peoples Pharmacist if ibuprofenis right for you. Another option is my old favourite TigerBalm. When applied to the forehead and temples, itcan help reduce the severity of headaches, especiallytension headaches. This is mainly due to it's highmenthol and camphor content. Be very careful toavoid rubbing this balm on or near your lips andeyes, as it can be irritating to these sensitive areas. There are several supplements that can help prevent

migraine headaches. Perhaps the best known is fever-few. Regular supplementation with this herbal product,Tanacetum parthenium, has been shown to reduce thefrequency of migraine headaches. Regular use, for about6-8 weeks, is needed to see results. Look for a standard-ized product to ensure a quality supplement; it shouldbe standardized to contain between 0.2% to 0.35%parthenolide (one of the suspected active ingredients).Take between 50-150mg twice a day after meals. Sideeffects are rare but may include stomach upset, skinrashes and mouth ulcers. Ask your Peoples Pharmacist iffeverfew is right for you.There has been recent interest in melatonin and its

ability to help prevent migraines. It is thought thatcertain people who suffer from migraines might notproduce enough melatonin. One small study foundthat patients who took 3mg of melatonin nightly, expe-rienced significantly fewer migraine episodes. Mela-tonin is safe for most people, but side effects mayinclude daytime sedation, headaches and dizziness.Pregnant women and people with epilepsy should notuse melatonin. How melatonin helps migraines andheadaches in not known. Researchers have found thatit can lower body temperature; people that sufferfrom cluster headaches tend to have a higher bodytemperature. Melatonin might also modify blood vessel dilation and perception of pain. The mineral magnesium has also shown to be helpful in

reducing the frequency of migraine headaches. It issometimes observed that people who regularly suffer frommigraines tend to have lower amounts of magnesium intheir bodies. Daily doses of 1830 mg of magnesium

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Focus On ASA 81mgMay Help During A Heart Attack

If you think you are having a heart attack, calling911 for medical attention and chewing 2 ASA 81mgtablets may save your life.

ASA 81mg slows the blood's clotting action by re-ducing the clumping of platelets. Platelets are cells thatclump together and help to form blood clots. ASA81mg keeps platelets from clumping together, thushelping to prevent or reduce blood clots.

During a heart attack, blood clots form in an al-ready-narrowed artery and block the flow of oxygen-rich blood to the heart muscle (or to part of the brain,in the case of stroke). When taken during a heart at-tack, ASA 81mg slows clotting and decreases the sizeof the forming blood clot.

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Shingles VaccinationThe shingles vaccine protects against herpes zoster, more commonly referredto as shingles. Shingles is caused by the varicella zoster virus, which alsocauses chickenpox. The shingles vaccine is the best way to protect you fromgetting shingles. The vaccine has been shown to reduce the risk of gettingshingles by 50%. For those who still get shingles after being immunized, thevaccine can reduce pain, including the type of pain that lingers after shingles. Talk to your Peoples Pharmacist today to find out how to help protect yourselfagainst shingles and if the shingles vaccination is right for you.

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citrate taken in 3 divided doses have been used to helpprevent migraine headaches. Side effects are rare, buthigher doses of magnesium tend to have a laxative-likeeffect. Other side effects include low blood pressure, thirst,fatigue and muscle weakness. There are many possible druginteractions with magnesium. Ask your Peoples Pharmacistif higher doses of magnesium are safe to take with yourmedications. I feel this option should be seriously consid-ered by anyone who regularly gets migraine headaches. Itis thought that low magnesium is a major, unrecognizedhealth concern. Riboflavin, or vitamin B2, is also useful in helping to

prevent migraine headaches. Consider taking extra vita-min B2 if you are also taking birth control pills or tricyclicantidepressants. These two medications may interferewith your body’s ability to process this vitamin. Doses of400mg per day have been used to help reduce thefrequency of migraines. Regular supplementation ofvitamin B2 for as long as three months may be requiredto see positive results. Side effects include stomach upsetand increased urination. Vitamin B2 can cause an orange-yellowish discoloration of the urine.CoQ10 is a supplement that has recently been shown

to help reduce the frequency of migraines. This supple-ment may be particularly useful for people who aretaking ‘statins’ to reduce their cholesterol. The ‘statins’reduce the amount of this vital nutrient in the body.Doses of 100mg three times a day for three months areoften needed to see results. One study showed thatpeople who took CoQ10 had a 45% reduction in thenumber of migraine headache attack days. The sideeffects of stomach upset and heartburn are seen in lessthan 1% of people who take this supplement. Calling migraine headaches a minor problem is a

great understatement. The pain and suffering causedby this acute medical condition can be debilitating tothose afflicted. It is hard to describe the pain to some-one who had never had a migraine. If you know some-one who suffers from migraines, there are many thingsthat you can do to help. Make sure they have enoughof their medication(s) on hand. Help them to fill outtheir migraine journal, so they don’t forget what theyate or did. Being supportive and trying to reduce theirstress levels is always a good idea. Lastly, get them totalk to their Peoples Pharmacist to see what supple-ments or medications may help to reduce the fre-quency of their migraines. After all, a little less pain isthe world is always a good thing.

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When it comes to the world of nutrition, we need to be verycautious about how we apply what we learn. �ducational cam-paigns have long been working to bring the pitfalls of excesssodium to the mainstream dialogue and to the forefront of peo-ple’s awareness. And for good reason; too much sodium can belinked to high blood pressure, atherosclerosis and increased riskof stroke and heart attack. �xcess sodium can also damage thekidneys and interfere with optimal bone health. But sodium isjust half the dialogue and its partner potassium, is often left inthe shadows. Reducing sodium intake is a valid and viablehealth strategy but balance cannot be achieved if the diet doesnot supply enough potassium.If we go back to our hunter-gatherer roots, before the ad-

vent of processed foods, we ate a diet that was rich in potas-sium and very low in sodium. This was not a problem for ourearly ancestors because body wisdom is programmed to hangonto essential sodium and dump excess potassium. While westill have this internal program in place, it has become a prob-lem in regard to a standard modern diet. What we typically eatis almost a mirrored flipside of our ancestral diets. Today’s dietis likely about seven times higher in sodium than potassium;the ideal ratio is two parts potassium to one part sodium. While science tends to study and focus on single elements

we have to remember that the body is a holistic organismconstantly striving for homeostasis. In its innate wisdom, thereare mechanisms in place to ensure the interconnected systemsare running smoothly. One of these mechanisms is called thesodium�potassium pump. �ssentially this is a cellular reactionthat insures our cells maintain an optimal sodium�potassiumratio. Adequate potassium is essential to insure the pump isworking. Without potassium, sodium can build up inside thecells and initiate a chain reaction of negative consequences.So how do we restore balance� It begins with awareness and

a dedication to change. Try some of the following strategiesand give yourself permission to experiment knowing that onlythrough time and practice can the new become the norm� 1. Adopt a whole foods diet that minimizes reliance on manu-factured and processed foods. Whole foods are naturally low in

sodium; potassium is plentiful in the plant kingdom. Get yourpotassium from a wide variety of fruits and vegetables everyday and keep the middle aisle foods down to MtreatO status andmake sure they are low sodium.. Put away the saltshaker and use more herbs and spices tozest up your meals. Lemon juice is rich in electrolytes that cansometimes help assuage a salt craving. While it does take timeto wean off a salt habit, it can be done. Buy a salt substitute ifneeded but go easy on it. The real trick is to begin to enjoy thetaste of real food without added salt.3. Sodium by any other name is still sodium. Watch out forsodium containing compounds such as; sodium nitrate, sodiumcitrate, monosodium glutamate, baking powder, baking soda,sodium alginate and disodium phosphate. �. According to Health Canada, adults and older childrenshould keep their sodium intake between 1200 N 1500 mg.Avoid any product that lists anything over 200 mg per servingbut also be aware and realistic of the serving size. Are you re-ally only going to eat 1 serving of that food� Sometimes youhave to read between the lines on labels and what may look likea healthy sodium option could be due to an unrealistic servingsize. . When you do use salt, use in moderation and choose natu-ral salts like Himalayan salt , Celtic salt and sea salt that have notbeen heated, refined or processed. These salts contain a bal-ance of trace elements including potassium so they are morethan just straight up sodium.The real key here is that sodium is not actually detrimental

in the purest sense. We need sodium to survive but not in theamounts that we are ingesting. To restore balance to the body,we have to restore balance to our food chain. Thesodium�potassium ratio is just one example of how a relianceon processed food can obstruct optimal health. Convenienceoften comes with a high price if it is not bolstered with a bar-rage of fresh potassium rich produce. In the immortal words ofJoni Mitchell N Mwe have to get back to the garden.OGood Health to 0ou�

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11⁄2 lbs (680 g) extra-lean ground beef1 cup (250 mL) fine dry bread crumbs1 large egg1 medium onion, diced2 tsp (10 mL) beef bouillon powder1⁄2 cup (125 mL) chopped sun-dried tomatoes, softenedin boiling water for 10 minutes before chopping3 Tbsp (45 mL) tomato paste1⁄4 cup (60 mL) water

Pesto11⁄2 cups (375 mL) fresh sweet basil, lightly packed6 Tbsp (90 mL) pine nuts3 cloves garlic, minced6 Tbsp (90 mL) olive oil6 Tbsp (90 mL) grated Parmesan cheese

Combine first 8 ingredients in large bowl. Mix well. Shape into 10 × 12 inch (25 ×30 cm) rectangle on greased foil.

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