f 1 rnir;A Millions affectied by constipation NC>-Are you feeling heavy, sick or overstuffed? Are you becoming irrita- ble? '(ou may be constipated. No fear, you are flot alone. Over 4.5 million Conadians are affected by consipation every year. While most consider it a mere annoyance, tf left untreated constipa- tion can cause bioating and abdominal pain, and can in some cases resuit in seri- ous heaitih problems. Arn 1 consllpatedl lf you experlence af leasf two of the folowing symptoms for several weeks, you may be consiipated: " Passng hard and lumpy stools " Sfraining to have a bowel move- ment a Feeling the need to have a bowel movement after having had one e Feeling thaf the rectum or anus is blocked s Having Lss thon three bowel move- ments a week WhÈ causes condxân? " Not eating enough high-fibre foods " Not dnkng enough fluids " Not enough exercise " Stress " Certain medixltions How cmn 1 prevent or Irea con*ati- tian? The besf way ta ireat and prevent constipation is to eat a high fibre diet. Try incorporating 20 to 35 grams of fibre into your diet everyday. Choose foods that contain a high fibre content like whole grains, bran products, vegetables, fruit, and legumes. Ddnking more fiuids and United Dental CIinic 005-257-8182 OrthoIdontist e Denture Labl getting more exeraise are also impar- tant. if these simple lifestyle changes arenti enough to manage your constipation, you may want f0 tly a bulk laxative like the new Prodiem, avaloNsl as caplets or in pawder form. 'Bulk fibre laxatives are safe, genile and effective,' says Chartes Riesf, pharmacist. "I think patients wNill appreciate the convenience of the Prodiem bulk laxative capiet. For people who like pawders, Prodlem Bulk Fibre Powder has a greaf orange taste, is easy to mix, and doesn't cause gas.' Talk to your pharmacist or doctor about effective, convenient ways f0 manage constipation or cal the Prodiem information line at 1-88&-788- 8181. Grand Opening May lst Please join us for our OPENHOUSE Friday April 301h 9am to 8pm Saturday May 1ist 9am 10 3pm Our heaithoare teamn s dedicated to helping you improve your quality of lite by offering: Tradîtiena Chinese Medicine é Chi Gong *Acupuncture Massage Therapy - Cranial Structural Therapy Shiatsu Therapy - Hot Stone Massage Refiexolegy *Reiki Pre- and Postnatal Education *Infant Massage Classes Making your own baby feed classes Ablbmntewan W IlsDay gmf expedig Momn 905-864-7200 o<fiaadiaN 917 Nipissing Road (at Thompson) Milton, ON L9T 5E3 Halton Heaitheare Join the Halton Heaithoare Board of Directors The Board of Directors of Halton Heaithoare Services is currently accepting applications fromn those interested in joining the HHS Board. We are seeking two new volunteer Board members - one from the community of Oakvllle and one from the community of Milton. To complement the existing Board member's backgrounds, we are inteoested in senior executives who possess speciflo expertise and expenience in the followlng ameas: Govemment/ Political Relations Marketing IPublic Relations Heaitt Service Provksion or Education We are seeldng individuais who have a demonstrted track record in mhese ameas including a significant record of achievements, leadership' appointments and recognftion as a leader in his / her area of expertise. Volunteer members of mhe Board represent a wide spectrumn of profes- sional and personal skllls and interests. They buing mhe communetys perspective to the Hosplftais. lndMlvduais inteoested in applyng must demonstrate previous not-for-profit or corporate experience at a Board Director level. Board expenience wlth health provider organization is ideal. We encourage applications tram ail interested indiMuals. A detailed board member recnjitment prufile has been posted on the HHS website, www.haltonhealhcare.com. Please forward information about yourself, including your background, expenience and reasons for internat by Friday, April 30, 2004. Nominatio Sub-Cornifttee c/o John Olive, Presient & CEO Halton Healthcare Services Corporation 327 Reyniolds Street~ Oakville Onatario L6J 3LU For furtie information please call 905-338-4616 or email your inquires to jolivehatonheathcare.on.ca. ___ Growing kW. e it belly fit baby v yogaf!t aquafit strollerfît contact us for classes Un vour area (905) 822-7709 www.fitbellVfitbay.com info@fitbellyfitbaby.com j