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Recent Press Releases And Announcements
Save the date - November 13th
Keeping Balance - December 17th
Wellness Show Goes to the Dogs - December 20th
General Topics - January 15th
Press Release
(November 13th)
Mark your calendars!
Find your balance at the 16th Annual Wellness Show: February 1, 2 and 3 at the Vancouver Convention & Exhibition Centre. Sample, shop and learn close to 300 different experts in the fields of health, fitness and food, while celebrating living well.
Tickets, on sale December 1st: $12 general admission, $10.00 for seniors (65+) and students, $5.00 for children 6-15, and free for the young ones. Save and purchase a 3-day pass for only $27. More info:
www.thewellnessshow.com.
For media enquiries: media@thewellnessshow.com
For event enquiries: jsavardnrp@telus.net
Press Release
(December 17th)
Feeling Harried?
Try these Wellness Show Tips to Keep You Balanced this Holiday Season.
December 17, 2007, VANCOUVER, BC –The holiday season is in full swing! ‘Tis the season
to rush, rush, rush; with endless holiday preparations, shopping to do, children’s plays to
see, work events to attend, and family dynamics to magnify, it can all be very
overwhelming, and life can become quickly out of balance.
The Wellness Show, February 1 to 3, 2008 has always been a great source for people
to find what they need to restore. Here are some helpful tips from some of the show
participants for getting through these crazy weeks:
Eat Well
“Try to eat fresh, organic food in its ‘whole’ form whenever possible, including fruits,
vegetables and whole grains,” says Choices Markets’ Nutritional Coordinator, Christine
Borgstad. “To help maintain energy levels and fight off the holiday sugar cravings,” she
continues,” include a source of protein with each meal and snack, such as lean meat,
seafood, nuts and seeds or almond butter.”
David Khang, a Certified Holistic Nutritionist, also offers the following: “Even if you eat
well, stress can deplete important micronutrients, such as vitamins A, B6, B12, C, D, E,
folate (folic acid), and omega oils. A daily supplement,” Khang suggests, “can help fill in
any gaps. A high quality multivitamin, such as the Active EasyMulti Plus by Platinum
Naturals, would be ideal.”
Exercise
It can be hard for people to maintain their regular fitness routine with so many demands
on their schedule, so Lisa Northrup, a strength and conditioning coach for Twist
Conditioning Inc, provides the following advice: “Don’t think of your fitness routine with
an all or nothing mentality. Don’t let one missed workout discourage you. Do what you
can and remember that the little things do add up. When meeting up with friends plan to
go for a walk rather than sit, walk up the escalators in the mall, or take a 10 minute walk
for your coffee break.” She continues “don’t let the colder temperatures keep you
indoors; stay connected with nature and you will not only be treating your body, you will
also be feeding your spirit. Exercise and fresh air are wonderful de-stressors.”
Try to stay rested
It can be hard to stand still and put up your feet at this time of year, and parties keep a
lot of people up past their bedtime. “Inadequate or irregular sleep often occurs during the
winter holidays and can have a strong adverse impact on the body,” says Dr. Arjuna
Veeravagu ND RAc, a naturopathic physician, registered acupuncturist and founder of
Sage Clinic in Yaletown. “The lack of rest combined with stress can take its toll on the
body’s adrenal function. Taking adaptogenic (adrenal balancing) herbs can make one’s
body more resilient during periods of elevated stress like the winter holidays. The main
herbs that contain adaptogenic activity are holy basil (Ocium sanctum), ashwaganda
(Withania somnifera), cordyceps (Cordyceps sinensis), rhodiola (Rhodiola rosea) and
licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra).”
Stay in Touch
Stress due to the holidays can lead to symptoms such as muscular tension or pain,
headaches and anxiety. Saul Rosenbaum, education director of the Shiatsu Therapy
Association of BC, suggests being kind to yourself by booking a Shiatsu treatment. “The
Shiatsu techniques of manual pressure and gentle stretching aid in the release of stress
and tension, helping you realize a healthier and happy holiday season.”
Give the Gift of Wellness
To learn more about these tips, plus many, many more, the Wellness Show is the place
to go! On February 1, 2 and 3 at the Vancouver Convention & Exhibition Centre, the
Wellness Show is one of Canada’s largest health and lifestyle showcases, offering a
stimulating range of guest speakers and close to 300 exhibitors, all sharing knowledge
on the latest in nutrition, fitness and health.
Tickets to the show are a great holiday gift idea: $12 general admission, $10 for seniors
(65+) and students, $5 for children 6-15, and free for the young ones. Save and
purchase a 3-day pass for only $27. More info: www.thewellnessshow.com
Media contact: Leeann Clemens 604-904-9793 media@thewellnessshow.com
Press Release
(December 20th)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Wellness Show Goes to the Dogs
Introducing the “Healthy Hound Contest”
December 20, 2007, VANCOUVER, BC –After 15 years, the Wellness Show is going to the dogs!
The 16th Annual Wellness Show takes place February 1, 2, 3, 2008 at the Vancouver
Convention Center at Canada Place. Every year, show attendees sample, shop and learn from
close to 300 experts in the fields of health, fitness and food, while celebrating living well. New
this year is the “Healthy Hound Contest” where the public is invited to submit tips on how they
keep their dogs healthy.
“We are suggesting that while people have their video cameras out over the holiday season,
that they take some time to capture their healthy dogs in action,” says Wellness Show Marketing
& Production Manager Jeannette Savard. “Whether your dog runs, jumps, pulls or pushes, we
want to see how you keep your dog fit.”
To enter, people are to mail a maximum three minute video on CD or DVD by midnight January
20, 2008 with a completed entry form to: New Rave Productions, Healthy Hound Contest, 4252
Madeley Road, North Vancouver, V7N 4C9. Contest entry forms can be picked up in person at
Choices Markets or the Vancouver Public Library, or downloaded from the Wellness Show
website: www.thewellnessshow.com/events
Prizes, sponsored by Royal Canin, The Pet Loo, Barking Babies, & Pet Plan Insurance are
valued at $500, $350, and $100 will be awarded for the top three submissions. One consolation
prize valued at $50 will also be awarded. Finalists will be selected by a panel of judges and
announced at The Wellness Show on Sunday February 3, 2008 at 3:00pm. Winners will be
contacted directly.
Also for 2008, the Wellness Show will feature an expanded healthy pet section that will
showcase products and services from raw, dried and healthy eating options; tips on keeping
pets healthy and general pet care options.
“Pet health is important because pets are not just companion animals, they are part of the
family,” says Michael Harrison of Lucid Distributors, who will be featuring his high end pet foods,
supplements, treats and accessories at the show.
The highlight of the expanded emphasis on pet health is February 3rd named as “Healthy
Hound Day” where in addition to the announcement of the Healthy Hound winners there will be
samples of pet foods, pet Reiki, a fashion show, and DogStars Training demonstrations.
Media contacts:
Leeann Clemens 604-904-9793 media@thewellnessshow.com
Jeanette Savard 604-983-2794 jsavardnrp@telus.net
“We are excited to be a part of the show – with a special day – Hound Day!” says Georgina
Bradley, head trainer and owner of DogStars. “We will be giving a demo of various training
methods and a variety of tricks and actions used when working animals in film and TV. It will be
very entertaining and fun for everyone.”
The 16th Annual Wellness Show is February 1, 2 and 3 2008 at the Vancouver Convention &
Exhibition Centre, and is one of Canada’s largest health and lifestyle showcases, offering a
stimulating range of guest speakers and close to 300 exhibitors, all sharing knowledge on the
latest in nutrition, fitness and health. Tickets to the show are: $12 general admission, $10 for
seniors (65+) and students, $5 for children 6-15, and free for the young ones. Save and
purchase a 3-day pass for only $27. More info: www.thewellnessshow.com
Press Release
(January 15, 2008)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
ATTENTION METRO VANCOUVERITES:
FEEL BETTER, LIVE LONGER, LOOK TERRIFIC AND FIND BALANCE!
All the resources you need under one roof at the 16th annual Wellness Show
January 15, 2008, VANCOUVER, BC –Metro Vancouver residents can learn how to find balance
in their life at the 16th Annual Wellness Show February 1-3, where close to 300
exhibitors bring a wide range of products and services related to the health and wellness
industries at the Vancouver Convention & Exhibition Centre (999 Canada Place).
Tickets to the show are: $12 general admission, $10 for seniors (65+) and students, $5 for
children 6-15, and free for the young ones. Save and purchase a 3-day pass for only $27.
More info: www.thewellnessshow.com
Exhibitors range from health, fitness, food and beauty products to reiki, massage therapy
and the latest in organic and green choices and more. Each day’s schedule includes a
range of cutting-edge, entertaining and high energy presentations on today’s most
pressing health and wellness issues, and education and information reflecting the interests
in good health, nutrition, and physical and emotional well-being. A myriad of topics will
be explored to set you on the right path towards a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Some
highlights of the 16th Annual Wellness Show include:
Celebrity Cooking Stage: showcasing healthy dishes with a focus on this year’s theme
“buy local, eat fresh”. The following Chefs will be featured: Antonio Cerullo of Choices
Markets, Chris Whittaker of O'Doul's Restaurant & Bar, Don Letendre of Elixir Opus
Bar/Restaurant, Jean-Francis Quaglia of Provence Restaurant, Todd Hodgins of PAIR
Bistro, Jeff Batt & Ben Dodds of Monk McQueens Fresh Seafood & Oyster Bar, Frank
Berthelon of Le Crocodile Restaurant, Marat Dreyshner of Reflections Gastronomie, and
Kosta Zogaris for the BC Salmon Marketing Council. Author Caroline Dupont will
feature raw cooking recipes from her book “Enlightened Eating”.
Fitness Demonstration Stage: Companies include Fitness Essentials, Keen Fit, Twist
Conditioning, Bikram Yoga, and Incrediball, and will cover topics such as how to train at
home without equipment or space, or how to shape up with poles, sticks, balls or special
footwear!
Feel better, live longer, look terrific and find balance at the 16th annual Wellness Show
*NEW*! The “Healthy Hound Contest”: the public is invited to share how they keep
their dogs healthy in DVD or CD format (deadline January 20). Prizes will be announced
at the Wellness Show on February 3. An expanded healthy pet section will showcase
products and services from raw, dried and healthy eating options; and on February 3,
special activities will promote the healthy hounds including fashion and Dog Star shows
and more.
Women & Wellness Seminar Series: health issues, from sex after menopause to looking
and feeling younger, getting rid of your diet and focusing on healthy eating habits
presented by experts including Dr. Pega Renn, Ramona Josephson, Diana Steele and
Lorna Vanderhaeghe.
The Living Well Seminar Series: offers the latest tips on healthy skin, relationship
communication, healthy sex, stress, cancer prevention, diabetes and managing change.
Some presenters include Dr. Michael Colgan, Brad King, Dr. Meg Jordan, Dr. Tasreen
Alibhai and Brenda Davis.
Kid’s Activity Area: Children’s Physical Activity area featuring Gymnastics BC who
have created circuits for participants. British Columbia Golf Association welcomes you
to an interactive display of different golf skill games for children and adults alike to try.
Tasting Opportunities: sample organic foods, teas, coffees, chocolates and juices. The
Dairy Farmers of Canada will present information on healthy cheese choices and offer
samples. Note: Any samples and perishables remaining at the end of the show will be
given to “A Loving Spoonful” the Wellness Show’s food charity for 2008.
For schedules and updates check the website regularly at www.thewellnessshow.com.
We invite you to join us!
Press looking to attend and cover the show contact Leeann Clemens 604-904-9793
media@thewellnessshow.com
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