Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on June 16 2018 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in Tonic Magazine. This week we discuss herbal supplements for mobility with Dr. Gordon Chang, mindfulness for helping with anxiety with Tracey Soghrati and Buy It vs. Make It Yourself recipes with Tonic Cookbook Reviewer Naomi Bussin

We specifically discuss:

Herbal Supplements for Mobility

glucosamine and chondroitin as a building block

controlling inflammation – turmeric extract

B Vitamins, Minerals

supplements over diet for vitamins and minerals

anti-oxidants and free radicals

variety of anti-oxidants

Mindfulness to Help With Anxiety

mindfulness practice

“paying attention in the present moment with an open mind and curiosity”

the body

don’t create a story

take your ego out of the equation

Mark Manson “F… Your Feelings”

be aware of your emotions without engaging them

become the observer of your experience

Buy It vs. Make It Yourself Recipes

Pasta – noodles

Pasta – sauces

cacio e pepe (+asparagus) Dinner:Changing The Game

Spaghetti with tomatoes, garlic, basil and chilis Six Seasons

Salads – dressing

Salads – washed greens

Baked goods

Cookies: Smitten Kitchen

Bread

Pies: The Art of Pie, Pie and Pastry Bible

Cake/Muffins: Smitten Kitchen

Fancy Pastry