Be Active

Editor’s Message

be active was created for people who are serious about becoming more active – irrespective of your age, environment or lifestyle. Whether you’re into gardening, walking, jogging or intense sports, there is a wealth of information and terrific tips from professionals on staying healthy – from head to toes! In this - our second edition of be-active, our goal is to continue to educate and encourage people to live a healthy lifestyle. Our articles include: exercise tips, nutritional information, footwear and accessory options and healthy recipes. We are constantly sourcing out new and exciting authors to share their knowledge and experience with us. In this edition we are grateful and so much appreciate contributions from a Naturopathic student, a golf instructor, a nutritional expert and of course our very own Canadian Certified Pedorthists. And with the response we heard following our first issue, we’ve included inspirational real-life stories from patients. Here they share their own challenges and how, with the help of caring professionals, they overcame obstacles to achieve their personal goals of being active! No matter what your age, starting with a good foundation is crucial, so we include articles on how to ‘ treat your feet’ and what to look for in good footwear. Of course, health complications can sometimes create tough hurdles, so we also address issues such as diabetes and diabetic neuropathy. As proper diet and nutrition are essential to maintaining a healthy lifestyle, we look to our nutritional and naturopathic experts to provide insight into why and how to ensure your diet is keeping you active. On behalf of the be-active editorial team, we hope that you will find inspiration in these pages! There’s something here for everyone... young and old. There’s simply no better time to invest more time in your own well-being!

Publisher BioPed Franchising Inc. President & CEO Robin Schleien Production Manager Barbara Foster BioPed Franchising Inc. Designer Patrick Sayers Taylor Sprules Corporation Contributing Writers Melissa Lujan C Ped (C), M.Sc. BioPed Franchising Inc. Dr. Vanessa Carnovale C. Ped (C), D.C. BioPed Franchising Inc. Alexis Williams, RD ( Registered Dietician, Transition Health) Jacquie Snider C. Ped (C) - BioPed Vaughan

Contributing Writers ( cont. ) Deanna Gallo B.M.Sc, ND (Cand. 2013) Zach Deschatelets Golf Instructor, Physical Education Teacher Andrea Putre Ondevilla ( Pregnancy And Your Feet) C. Ped (C) BioPed Etobicoke Cover Photography MonkeyBusiness Images Printing Metroland Media Group Ltd. For Advertising Information, contact: Barbara Foster T 905.829.0505 x226 Email: bfoster@bioped.com For Franchise Information, email: careers@bioped.com

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Melissa Lujan, C Ped (C), M.Sc., BioPed Franchising Inc.

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