Monday, August 27, 2007

Canada Pharmacy- Now available!! Contact Lenses

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Due to popular demand Canada Pharmacy is now offering a variety of contact lens options, from colored contacts, to specialty discounted toric, bifocal, and disposable lenses that will take care of all your vision needs, and wont put a large dent in your pocket.

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By properly caring for your lenses you are also protecting your vision. See if you've been making these mistakes that could be ruining your contacts and possibly harming your eyes.



Your eyes are very sensitive and can easily become infected when you do not clean your lenses properly. The lens develops a build up of deposits that can irritate the eye. Lens cleaning solutions will break down the deposits and disinfect the lens.

Water can contain micro-organisms, chlorine and other minerals that can damage the lens and harm your eyes.

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Some contacts are meant to be thrown out after one day of wear. Others can be worn for a week or a month without removing them in between. Most require removal and cleaning every day. It is important to know the schedule your contacts are intended for to prevent problems with your eyes.



When you remove or insert your contacts be sure to handle them with clean, dry hands. Avoid washing your hands with soaps containing perfumes or oils and don't allow sunscreen, hand cream or nail polish remover to come in contact with them.

If your eyes are dry and irritated you can also use eye drops to remoisten your contacts while wearing them rather than trying to take them out. In fact, if your eyes do feel dry and the contact is sticking try to remoisten your contacts before attempting to remove them.

Your vision is invaluable - take care to protect it from harm.


Yours in good health,
CanadaPharmacy.com

Wednesday, March 7, 2007

Did you know that a sixteen year old needs the same amount of sleep at night as a sixty year old? It is a common misconception that we need less sleep as we get older. The truth is, once we hit adolescence, our bodies set a sleep requirement that stays with us for life. For most Americans, that requirement is 7 to 9 hours of sleep each night.





Our bodies keep track of time and send out signals that tell us when we should go to sleep and when it is time to wake up. When we are children our clocks are set to send the "sleepy" signals as it gets dark out and the "wake up" messages come as it gets lighter outside.

As we pass through our teenage years into young adulthood the settings on our clocks shift so that our bodies get used to staying up later. As we pass through middle-age and beyond, our internal clocks wind back a little and our bodies try to tell us to go to sleep a little earlier.






It varies from person to person, but 7 to 9 hours of sleep is the average requirement for an adult.

Unfortunately, the average American adult only gets 6.8 hours of sleep per night. Almost 75% of Americans suffer some sort of sleeping problem. Not meeting our personal sleep needs can have a negative impact on our jobs, relationships, productivity, health, and safety.

The best way to find your personal sleep requirement is to go to sleep at a time that will allow you to get at least 9 full hours of sleep. Do not set your alarm clock. Allow yourself to wake up naturally; when your body is ready and when you are fully rested and your energy levels have been replenished.





March 5th to 11th is National Sleep Awareness Week, so start the month off right by getting the sleep your body needs. The tips below can help you get the right amount of sleep all year long:

Go to sleep at a time that will allow you to meet your personal sleep needs and still wake up in time to start your daily routine.
Allow yourself to take an afternoon nap, but don't over do it. A 20 to 30 minute "powernap" should be enough to give you a boost for the rest of the day.
Don't think that a "nightcap" is helping. Alcohol might help put you to sleep, but it also prevents you from getting any deep, restful sleep.
Listen to your body and your internal clock. If you are tired for most of the day you are not getting enough sleep at night.
If all else fails, talk to your doctor. You might be suffering from a sleep disorder.

Monday, February 19, 2007

A Healthier Heart




This year, treat yourself to a healthier heart. You only have one heart and it needs your love and attention. Without proper care, you stand a greater chance of developing heart disease. Factors such as age and genetic tendencies can contribute to potential heart failure, but are beyond our control. What we can control are many of our behaviors and habits that may be increasing the risk of damaging our hearts. As our Valentine's Day gift to you, Canada Pharmacy has gathered some tips to keep your heart beating strong throughout the year.






Elevated cholesterol levels can cause coronary artery disease. Increased total blood cholesterol level has been associated with coronary artery disease. Lowering your cholesterol levels can help reduce this risk. Controlling cholesterol generally involves making healthy changes to your diet. Remember that diet changes should never be drastic. Make changes in moderation and don't cut essential foods from your diet. Talk to your doctor if you need guidance in adjusting your diet.






We have all heard about how bad smoking is for your lungs and health in general, but how does it affect your heart? Smoking causes your heart to work harder to ensure that oxygen is being circulated in your body, which in turn increases your blood pressure. If that wasn't bad enough, smoking also increases the chance of blood clots forming, and reduces your capacity for physical activities. When you quit smoking the risk of heart disease will gradually decrease.






High blood pressure is not only a risk factor for heart disease, it can also increase the possibility of a stroke, cause kidney damage, congestive heart failure, and increase your risk of coronary artery disease. Your blood pressure can be controlled by:


  • Watching your salt (sodium) intake

  • Maintaining a healthy weight

  • Stress reduction

  • Regular exercise

  • Regular doctor visits and blood pressure checks

  • Use of medications as prescribed by your doctor

  • Stopping smoking



While your kitchen counter fills up with Valentine's chocolates and cards this month, remember to look after your heart!




Yours in good health,
CanadaPharmacy.com