Quesnel Naturopathic Clinic
203-488 McLean St v2j2p2 Quesnel, BC, Canada

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Quesnel Naturopathic Clinic has donated a $300 Gift Certicate to the 'Big Top Gala' fundraiser! Thanks Elizabeth Wilson! Quesnel Naturopathic Clinic Hurry in to Circle S and get your tickets to this popular event!

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We are excited to announce our new office will be opening soon @ 488 McLean St!!

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With the recent state of fire emergency in the province, individuals with respiratory problems are at risk of exacerbation of symptoms and respiratory compromise. If you have a pulmonary condition it is prudent to take measures to support your breathing and the health of your lungs. Of course the best thing to do is avoid exposure to smoke. Evacuate the area completely if possible. If you are unable to leave the situation employ the following suggestions. Stay indoors where... the air is filtered as much as possible. HEPA filters through the home would be ideal. Wear a good quality mask if you must go outside. A simple mask or bandana is better than no mask at all. Do not exert yourself unnecessarily. Even if you normally have daily walk the extra particulate that is in the air can exacerbate even mild asthma in some individuals. Avoid wearing perfumes, using rooms sprays, scented candles, cigarette smoke etc. All of these things will add to the burden of particulate that is in the air. Be prepared. If you need emergency medication having extra supplies like inhalers and oxygen on hand is a good idea. Stock up on basic supplies to minimize the amount of times you have to leave your clan air sanctuary. Signs of pulmonary irritation include coughing or wheezing, a scratchy throat, irritated sinuses, shortness of breath, rapid heartbeat, chest pain, headaches, stinging, burning, watering eyes, a runny nose, nosebleeds, headaches. If you are elderly, pregnant, or have a life threatening pulmonary condition do not delay seeking medical attention if you need access to the use of oxygen or other interventions. Air pollution can trigger symptoms; but supplementation with antioxidants can help mediate this reaction to some extent. Support your lungs with your diet by increasing the following elements. Stay hydrated! Drink water containing electrolytes. Anthocyanins' or blue and purple pigments from berries. A powerful and wonderful medicine to support the health of our pulmonary function. Beta-carotene or orange and yellows found in carrots and yams Lycopene from tomatoes Vitamin C from rose hips, saskatoons Vitamin E from sunflower seeds and avocados Magnesium from cacoa and green vegetables Replenish your stores of vitamin A. Vitamin A is found in liver, grass fed butter, and free range eggs Omega-3’s from fish and seafood, hemp, chia, flax. Fruits and vegetables are generally protective. Remember to eat from the rainbow everyday. Of course avoid your known food intolerances. Reduce your body burden by avoiding additional substances known to cause harm.A small percent of people with asthma are sensitive to MSG, Yellow # 5 aka tartrazine, and sulphites. Fast food is correlated with higher incidence in asthma. Visit your local naturopath to develop a personalized treatment plan to support your respiratory system all year round. In the mean time stay safe and look after one another during this time of crisis.