38 second sample from episode #1 of the Dr. Aileen Burford-Mason Podcast.

In this episode, Dr. Burford-Mason discusses how the industrialization of food led to the creation of ultra-processed foods, so bad for our health, and what you can do to avoid them.

Ultra-processed foods are designed to be hyper-palatable, making them irresistible to eat. As a result, they are a major contributor to the obesity epidemic and other chronic diseases.

Dr. Burford-Mason suggests reading food labels carefully and avoiding foods with ingredient lists that contain more than 5 items.

This podcast is a must-listen for anyone who wants to understand how food affects health in the 21st century.

Aileen’s Biography

Dr. Aileen Burford-Mason PhD is an immunologist and cell biologist and an expert in evidence-based nutrition. She lives in Toronto.

Formerly Assistant Professor in the Department of Pathology Faculty of Medicine at the University of Toronto, her many research papers have been published in leading medical and scientific journals.

Aileen maintains a busy downtown practice in orthomolecular nutrition, an approach to health and healing that uses diet and nutritional supplements for healthy aging and the prevention of disease. 

She also teaches popular continuing medical education courses for doctors and other healthcare practitioners on the evidence-based use of diet and nutritional supplements in clinical practice.

She is the author of three best-selling books on health and nutrition 

Eat Well Age Better (2014) Dundurn Press

The Healthy Brain (2017) HarperCollins Canada

The War Against Viruses (2021) HarperCollins Canada

For more information about Aileen please visit her website https://aileenburfordmason.ca/

Host 

Gavin McGarry is a Los Angeles based podcast producer and host. He is a former radio and TV producer with over 25 years of experience. Gavin is interested in helping health and wellness experts get their messages out to the general public through podcasting, social media, and video. He is the founder of content production company Jumpwire Media. 

For more information about Gavin visit his Linkedin at https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinmcgarry/

Dr. Aileen Burford-Mason discusses the pros and cons of taking dietary supplements. She explains the difference between water-soluble and fat-soluble vitamins, and she discusses the importance of getting your nutrients from food if possible. 

She provides tips for choosing the right supplements if you decide to take them.

If you're interested in learning more about dietary supplements, or if you're thinking about taking them, this podcast is a great resource. 

Dr. Burford-Mason provides clear and concise information, and she offers a balanced perspective on the issue.

Aileen’s Biography

Dr. Aileen Burford-Mason PhD is an immunologist and cell biologist and an expert in evidence-based nutrition. She lives in Toronto.

Formerly Assistant Professor in the Department of Pathology Faculty of Medicine at the University of Toronto, her many research papers have been published in leading medical and scientific journals.

Aileen maintains a busy downtown practice in orthomolecular nutrition, an approach to health and healing that uses diet and nutritional supplements for healthy aging and the prevention of disease. 

She also teaches popular continuing medical education courses for doctors and other healthcare practitioners on the evidence-based use of diet and nutritional supplements in clinical practice.

She is the author of three best-selling books on health and nutrition 

For more information about Aileen please visit her website https://aileenburfordmason.ca/

Host 

Gavin McGarry is a Los Angeles based podcast producer and host. He is a former radio and TV producer with over 25 years of experience. Gavin is interested in helping health and wellness experts get their messages out to the general public through podcasting, social media, and video. He is the founder of content production company Jumpwire Media. 

For more information about Gavin visit his Linkedin at https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinmcgarry/

Sugar is a major part of our diet, but it's also a significant contributor to many health problems, including obesity, heart disease, and diabetes. 

Dr. Burford-Mason explains too much sugar can lead to a number of health problems. For example, sugar can raise blood sugar levels, which can lead to obesity and diabetes. Sugar can also damage the liver and kidneys, and it can increase the risk of heart disease and stroke.

Sugar is a major part of modern diets, but it's also a significant contributor to many health problems, including obesity, diabetes, cancer, and heart disease. As the amount of sugar we consume has increased dramatically our health has deteriorated

Dr. Burford-Mason explains some of the negative effects of too much added sugar – higher blood pressure, weight gain and generalized inflammation. She describes how the rapid absorption of sugar into the bloodstream causes a brief energy boost, followed by a crash, and how this causes cravings for more sugary foods, which can affect focus and concentration and trigger anxiety.

Aileen’s Biography

Dr. Aileen Burford-Mason PhD is an immunologist and cell biologist and an expert in evidence-based nutrition. She lives in Toronto.

Formerly Assistant Professor in the Department of Pathology Faculty of Medicine at the University of Toronto, her many research papers have been published in leading medical and scientific journals.

Aileen maintains a busy downtown practice in orthomolecular nutrition, an approach to health and healing that uses diet and nutritional supplements for healthy aging and the prevention of disease. 

She also teaches popular continuing medical education courses for doctors and other healthcare practitioners on the evidence-based use of diet and nutritional supplements in clinical practice.

She is the author of three best-selling books on health and nutrition 

For more information about Aileen please visit her website https://aileenburfordmason.ca/

Host 

Gavin McGarry is a Los Angeles based podcast producer and host. He is a former radio and TV producer with over 25 years of experience. Gavin is interested in helping health and wellness experts get their messages out to the general public through podcasting, social media, and video. He is the founder of content production company Jumpwire Media. 

For more information about Gavin visit his Linkedin at https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinmcgarry/

There is a lot of confusion about how much protein we need and where we should get it from. Protein is an essential nutrient that our bodies need for many important functions, including building and repairing tissues, making enzymes and hormones, neurotransmitters, and molecules of the immune system.

In this podcast, Dr. Burford-Mason discusses the great protein debate. She talks about the different types of protein, the amount of protein we need each day, and the best sources of protein.

Aileen also debunks some common myths about protein, such as the idea that a higher intake of protein might damage your bones or kidneys. She also discusses the benefits of a high-protein diet for weight loss, muscle growth, and overall health.

Aileen’s Biography

Dr. Aileen Burford-Mason PhD is an immunologist and cell biologist and an expert in evidence-based nutrition. She lives in Toronto.

Formerly Assistant Professor in the Department of Pathology Faculty of Medicine at the University of Toronto, her many research papers have been published in leading medical and scientific journals.

Aileen maintains a busy downtown practice in orthomolecular nutrition, an approach to health and healing that uses diet and nutritional supplements for healthy aging and the prevention of disease. 

She also teaches popular continuing medical education courses for doctors and other healthcare practitioners on the evidence-based use of diet and nutritional supplements in clinical practice.

She is the author of three best-selling books on health and nutrition 

For more information about Aileen please visit her website https://aileenburfordmason.ca/

Host 

Gavin McGarry is a Los Angeles based podcast producer and host. He is a former radio and TV producer with over 25 years of experience. Gavin is interested in helping health and wellness experts get their messages out to the general public through podcasting, social media, and video. He is the founder of content production company Jumpwire Media. 

For more information about Gavin visit his Linkedin at https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinmcgarry/

In this podcast, Dr. Burford-Mason discusses the importance of vitamin D and how to get enough of it. She talks about the different sources of vitamin D, the symptoms of deficiency and the risks of taking too much supplemental vitamin D.

Vitamin D is an essential nutrient that our bodies need for many important functions, including bone building and repair, a strong immune system, and to regulate our moods. Many people are deficient in vitamin D, which can lead to a number of health problems.

Aileen debunks some common myths about vitamin D. She explains that sunlight is a good source of vitamin D, but those living in Canada and northern parts of the US are more likely to be deficient. Even those living in sunny climates are often deficient, especially if they have dark skin, or spend most of their time indoors.

Aileen’s Biography

Dr. Aileen Burford-Mason PhD is an immunologist and cell biologist and an expert in evidence-based nutrition. She lives in Toronto.

Formerly Assistant Professor in the Department of Pathology Faculty of Medicine at the University of Toronto, her many research papers have been published in leading medical and scientific journals.

Aileen maintains a busy downtown practice in orthomolecular nutrition, an approach to health and healing that uses diet and nutritional supplements for healthy aging and the prevention of disease. 

She also teaches popular continuing medical education courses for doctors and other healthcare practitioners on the evidence-based use of diet and nutritional supplements in clinical practice.

She is the author of three best-selling books on health and nutrition 

For more information about Aileen please visit her website https://aileenburfordmason.ca/

Host 

Gavin McGarry is a Los Angeles based podcast producer and host. He is a former radio and TV producer with over 25 years of experience. Gavin is interested in helping health and wellness experts get their messages out to the general public through podcasting, social media, and video. He is the founder of content production company Jumpwire Media. 

For more information about Gavin visit his Linkedin at https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinmcgarry/

Do you struggle to fall asleep at night? Are you tired all the time? If so, you're not alone. Millions of people suffer from sleep problem and that is why we dedicated a full episode to the topic. 

In this episode, Dr. Aileen Burford-Mason shares her tips for how to eat to get a good night’s sleep. She explains how light in your bedroom greatly affects how well you sleep. She also talks about the role of stress and anxiety that lead to sleep problems as well as offering tips for managing these issues effectivley. 

Aileen’s Biography

Dr. Aileen Burford-Mason PhD is an immunologist and cell biologist and an expert in evidence-based nutrition. She lives in Toronto.

Formerly Assistant Professor in the Department of Pathology Faculty of Medicine at the University of Toronto, her many research papers have been published in leading medical and scientific journals.

Aileen maintains a busy downtown practice in orthomolecular nutrition, an approach to health and healing that uses diet and nutritional supplements for healthy aging and the prevention of disease. 

She also teaches popular continuing medical education courses for doctors and other healthcare practitioners on the evidence-based use of diet and nutritional supplements in clinical practice.

She is the author of three best-selling books on health and nutrition 

For more information about Aileen please visit her website https://aileenburfordmason.ca/

Host 

Gavin McGarry is a Los Angeles based podcast producer and host. He is a former radio and TV producer with over 25 years of experience. Gavin is interested in helping health and wellness experts get their messages out to the general public through podcasting, social media, and video. He is the founder of content production company Jumpwire Media. 

For more information about Gavin visit his Linkedin at https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinmcgarry/