SNORING & SLEEP APNEA APPLIANCES
FEATHERY WINTER COLORS
Decorating our indoor living spaces by updating paint colors , area rugs , furniture and window coverings is alway fun , but have you ever considered taking in nature ’ s color palette ? Fall and winter have so much to offer us . The goldenrod , sumacs and tree leaves changing to their vibrant hues of orange , yellow and red invite us to take in their beauty during the fall months , and the backdrop of a clean white slate after a snowfall in the winter .
As falling leaves begin to carpet the ground , the visibility of songbirds is so much more evident , making it a great time for birdwatching . This can be done from the coziness of your home by adding a bird feeder to your yard . You can choose from a window feeder , such as the Droll Yankees Window Feeder , to see them up close and personal , or a more substantial feeder such as the Squirrel Buster Plus , which has a special cardinal perching ring to make the feeder Cardinal friendly . Even something as simple as a tray feeder placed on a table outside of your window ! Birds flocking to finch feeders and nut feeders will also bring life to your outdoor space . All of these feeder choices will attract a wide-variety of colorful birds for you to enjoy .
Imagine the colors of bright red cardinals as they nestle on snow covered branches . Blue jays will be sure to dive onto a tray feeder to pick through peanuts to see which one is the heaviest . Our little goldfinches may not be in their vibrant lemon yellow breeding colors , but their soft yellow feathers are still lovely . Look for the gleaming red head on red-bellied woodpeckers , and the distinctive black and white bars on the hairy and downy woodpecker as well as the red patch on the back of both male ’ s heads so many different shades of red . Our dark-eyed junco ’ s sport feathers resembling a tuxedo as they dart on top of the snow in search of fallen seeds . Listen for the cooing of the mourning doves with their fawncolored coats .
Wild birding is a wonderful relaxing and healthy hobby that can assist with overall mental wellness . Your senses will benefit by taking the time to watch and observe local birding activity , especially on a wintery afternoon .
Enjoy all the colors nature has to offer , and end your day by unwinding while taking in the evening ’ s sunset . - Urban Nature Store , www . UrbanNatureStore . ca
Never ignore snoring as it can be a sign of a major breathing problem . Sleep apnea is when you stop breathing for short periods of time in your sleep . You must briefly wake up to breathe even though you will not remember it . Sleep apnea can make you more likely to have other health problems such as high blood pressure , heart attacks , and strokes . Some other signs of sleep apnea besides snoring also include ; gasping or snorting in your sleep , waking up with a headache , having memory problems , falling asleep during the day even with a full night ’ s rest , and even concentration problems .
A doctor can help you by using sleep tests and studies to determine if you have sleep apnea . They may get you to try weight loss , look into family history , quit smoking all substances , cut down on drinking , or unblock your nose . In some cases , these do not help and an oral appliance is needed . This helps reduce or relieve snoring and sleep apnea . A dental specialist works with your doctor to build and fit an oral appliance fit specifically for you . If you believe you may have sleep apnea , your dentist or doctor may be able to help ! - Nosehill Dental Centre , www . nosehilldental . com
WARDROBE UPDATE
Update your winter wardrobe with these favorites that are sure to become classic pieces you ' ll love for years to come ! Our picks include the Jacquard Sweater by Yerse of Barcelona , Wool Button Gloves by Vincent Pradier or France and the Jute Tote Bag by Marigold Collective of Vancouver . The Jute tote is fair trade from Bangladesh , made in Vancouver by a women ' s collective , letting you do good and support local at the same time ! - Tenth and Proper Boutique , www . tenthandproper . shop