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Dry Brushing: A Gentle Self-Care Ritual

Dry brushing is a simple way to exfoliate your skin, temporarily increase surface circulation, and enjoy a relaxing moment of self-care.

Benefits

- Removes dead skin cells for smoother, softer skin.
- Temporarily stimulates blood flow to the skin.
- Encourages relaxation through gentle, rhythmic strokes.

Safe-Use Tips

- Use a soft-bristle brush with light pressure.
- Start with 1–3 minutes, once or twice weekly.
- Avoid broken, irritated, inflamed, or sensitive skin.
- Moisturize afterward and keep your brush clean.

Important: If you have lymphedema, lipedema, fragile skin, or are recovering from cancer treatment or surgery, consult your healthcare provider first.

Dry brushing is not a proven lymphatic drainage treatment and does not replace MLD or compression therapy.

Gentle care. Small moments. A little time for you.

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Make the health guidance more specificClarify who should avoid dry brushing

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Finding Cancer Early: Know Your Body

Small steps in awareness can make a difference. Knowing what's normal for your body, keeping up with recommended screenings, and recognizing unusual changes are all part of looking after your health.

Not every change means cancer, but every concern deserves attention.

Learn more about finding cancer early: https://cancer.ca/en/cancer-information/find-cancer-early

Nutrition support that meets you where you are.

Connect with Max Snider, Registered Dietitian at Knead to Flow, for thoughtful, personalized guidance that fits your body, goals and everyday life.

From hormonal health and chronic conditions to gender-affirming care, strength and meal planning, Max offers practical support to help you feel more confident in nourishing yourself.

Virtual appointments available
Start with a free 15-minute meet-and-greet.

Explore your nourishment path:
https://www.kneadtoflow.ca/nutrition-support

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Cancer Awareness Month | Week 2

What is cancer? Cancer begins when abnormal cells grow and divide uncontrollably. These cells can form tumours, affect nearby tissues, and sometimes spread to other parts of the body.

Understanding the basics can help us feel more informed, recognize the importance of early detection, and have better conversations about our health.

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Cancer Awareness Month — Week 2: What Is Cancer?
Cancer isn’t just one disease. There are many different types that can begin in cells and tissues throughout the body. Some form tumours, while others, such as blood cancers, may not.
This week, we’re taking a closer look at what cancer is and building awareness one step at a time*https://www.facebook.com/KneadtoFlow.ca*

Cancer Awareness Month | Week 1

This week, we’re looking at the projected prevalence of cancer in Canada and Ontario. These numbers remind us how many individuals, families, and communities are touched by cancer.

Awareness opens the door to informed conversations, regular screening, and finding changes early. Behind every number is a person, a family, and a story.

Statistics shown are 2026 projected estimates from the Canadian Cancer Society.

Cancer affects thousands of individuals and families across Canada every year. This week, we’re looking at the projected numbers for Canada and Ontario—not to create fear, but to encourage awareness, informed conversations, and early action.

Behind every number is a person, a family, and a story.

This October, we’re taking the guesswork out of your session:

• Professional Draping: Stay warm, safe, and secure—only the active treatment area is uncovered.
• Pressure Check-Ins: Communication ensures depth always meets your comfort.
• Your Space: You control the table warmth, music, and vibe.

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Today, we honour the children who never returned home, the Survivors of residential schools, and their families and communities. May we continue to listen, learn and take meaningful steps toward reconciliation.

Every Child Matters.
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