Tonya Coutts Wirth RAc. Dip TCM

12/07/2025

Movement is considered essential for overall well-being. How do you incorporate more movement into your daily routine?

12/04/2025

I consistently advocate for a "food first" approach. While eliminating foods due to allergies or intolerances is appropriate, the primary focus should be on incorporating nutrient-dense, whole foods, optimizing sleep, ensuring adequate hydration, and engaging in suitable physical activity to support digestive health. The digestive process involves many factors, not solely and especially not one kind of fiber.❤️

12/03/2025

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12/03/2025

I'm not sure about your experience, but this morning was certainly a busy one for me! Perhaps it was the full moon, or simply the season, but it felt as though time was not on my side.

Despite having less time, I still managed to make it to the gym, as I believe in prioritizing my well-being and I know it will make the day, week and month better!

I had a good night's sleep and some leftovers to fuel me, which helped me get out the door efficiently.

As a Registered Acupuncturist, I am able to assist you in developing consistency and resources to help you feel your best!

Traditional Chinese Medicine encompasses more than just acupuncture; it involves effectively utilizing available resources to maintain and promote overall well-being.

This means incorporating strategies throughout our daily lives, whether in the kitchen, at work, in the bedroom, at the rink, during our commutes, at that meeting, or at that unavoidable work party...

Modern life often depletes our resources, making it important to address health concerns proactively and incorporate healthy preventive measures. Traditional Chinese Medicine principles can help! 🌿✨

Book today at either clinic to feel your best through this crazy time! 🗓️💪

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12/02/2025

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Hand washing and hand sanitizing seem interchangeable, but they’re not.

A recent study (PMID: 31533996) shows that hand washing is far more effective than hand sanitizer at quickly inactivating viruses.

Soap and water break down mucus droplets that protect the flu virus 🦠, while the alcohol in sanitizers struggles to do this.

When you wash your hands, the friction and water flush the droplets off your skin. With sanitizers, those droplets are mostly just redistributed rather than removed.

Another concern is the chemical load in sanitizers. Many ingredients haven’t been fully evaluated for long-term safety or are still under review. Examples include:

🧪 Benzalkonium chloride (BAC): used in non-alcohol sanitizers. It can cause skin irritation (PMID: 9226094, 16689872), trigger asthma symptoms (PMID: 2732380, 2229840), and contribute to antimicrobial resistance (PMID: 22543039, 25464138).

🧪 Triclosan: an endocrine disruptor that persists in the environment; banned from OTC soaps but still present in some sanitizing products.

🧪 Fragrance chemicals: often contain phthalates, allergens, and solvents that can irritate skin and airways.

🧪 Polyacrylates/carbomer gels: used as thickeners; low known risk but not well studied for chronic use.

🧪 Denaturants (e.g., denatonium benzoate): added to make alcohol unpalatable; understudied for repeated dermal exposure.

Soap and water avoid all of these issues.

For effective washing, lather for 15 seconds and dry thoroughly. And if you don’t have soap, simply rinsing your hands under water can still remove mucus droplets containing flu virus.

If washing isn’t possible right away, try not to touch your eyes, nose, or mouth until you can.

Round out your flu-prevention routine with rest, hydration, sleep, stress reduction, and nourishing food.

12/02/2025

Here are some of the reasons individuals sought treatment with me, today: weather-related headaches, general tune-ups, peri-menopause support, immunity support, shoulder pain, anxiety, and prevention/utilizing benefits.

Acupuncture, cupping, gua sha and herbal support for the win! ✨🌿

Book here! https://linktr.ee/TelluricTherapy

11/16/2025

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Acupuncture is the perfect way to start the week! Book online or call 403-936-2450 to book!

11/07/2025

This week, I have received numerous reports of digestive upset and general discomfort, including bloating, nausea, constipation, and a pervasive feeling of unwellness. While the quality of treats may have declined, it is also evident that there has been a general decline in digestive health in recent years. Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine can provide significant support and benefits for recovery after holiday-related digestive issues. Book today Centerpoint Chiropractic Centerpoint.janeapp.com 403-901-6088 or Langdon Wellness Centre Langdonchiropractic.janeapp.com 403-936-2450

11/07/2025

Feeling a bit down about what's ahead? Maybe a Friday acupuncture session would perk you up! ❄️

Centerpoint.janeapp.com 403-901-6088 to book!

11/05/2025

Spending mindful time in nature isn’t just relaxing — research shows it can have real health benefits. 🌿

Studies have found that forest therapy, or “forest bathing,” can help lower stress, reduce pain, improve mood, and even support immune function. 🌲

Learn more: https://arthritis.ca/healthy-living/what-is-forest-therapy/

11/05/2025

There is a 1:15 cancellation opening tomorrow at Centerpoint Chiropractic.

Please visit Centerpoint.janeapp.com, call 403-901-6088, or send a direct message to book an appointment. 📅💆‍♀️📞

11/05/2025

Online booking is now available for Langdon Chiropractic and Langdon Wellness Centre.

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