Learn how to navigate grief and burnout when life feels numb and repetitive, and discover practical strategies for healing through faith, self-care, and holistic wellness. Dr. Sandra Tadros-Guirguis shares her personal story of how meditation, gratitude, and lifestyle changes can help reduce burnout and restore a sense of purpose even through life's most difficult moments.Learn more about Sandra: www.stgwellness.caSandra's Book Embracing Abundance: https://amzn.to/3YHDXSP Mental Health, Calming techniques and Sleep Hygiene resources mentioned by Sandra: https://www.cci.health.wa.gov.au/SearchSign-up For My exclusive, Evidence-based Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/b0fff5a29e30/1t6mpaybi5Sandra Tadros Guirguis is a leading authority in holistic wellness, with a diverse background as a clinical pharmacist, fitness expert, and healthy eating coach. She has appeared on CP24, CTV News, Life FM Radio, and graced the cover of Lifestyle Magazine, sharing her comprehensiveapproach to health and wellness. She is a certified public speaker, published author and practicing clinician. Sandra’s seminars focus on integrating physical, mental, and emotional well-being, providing actionable insights and inspiration. She is passionate about helping individuals achieve optimal health through practical strategies, meditation, and gratitude practices. Her engaging workshops aredesigned to boost productivity, reduce burnout, and promote abalanced, healthy lifestyle. PODCAST INFO: Email: https://mailchi.mp/b0fff5a29e30/1t6mpaybi5Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/friendly-pharmacy-5/id1705305284?i=1000655712263Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0aTnjJS6ASafv16G1DvWjD?si=yclKqLLaR6yFw-ag6lBVGQAmazon Music: https://amzn.asia/d/5xHD8GERSS: https://anchor.fm/s/e65b192c/podcast/rssLindsay Dixon is a registered Pharmacist residing in Canada. She obtained her Bachelors of Science degree in Brazil where she specialized in the area of Pharmacotherapy. With over 13 years of experience working in community pharmacy and in community pharmacy management, her passion lies in the areas of preventative medicine, patient-centred care, and public health education. Lindsay was the recipient of the Ben Gant Practice Innovation award from the BC Pharmacy Association in 2021 and was most recently selected by Pharmacy Practice & Business Magazine as the recipient of the Raise Your Voice Award in 2022. To see some of my favourite products, please visit this link: https://www.amazon.com/shop/friendlypharmacy5(As an Amazon Associate, Lindsay earns from qualifying purchases. If you purchase any product using the post above, you are helping Lindsay to maintain this channel.)SOCIALS:https://www.instagram.com/friendlypharmacy5/?hl=enhttps://www.facebook.com/FriendlyPharmacy5https://twitter.com/LindsayDixonFP5DISCLAIMER: All content in this video and description including infor­ma­tion, opinions, con­tent, ref­er­ences, and links is for infor­ma­tional pur­poses only. The Author does not pro­vide any med­ical advice on the site. Noth­ing con­tained in this video or its description is intended to estab­lish a pharmacist-patient rela­tion­ship, to replace the ser­vices of a trained physi­cian or health care pro­fes­sional, or to be a sub­sti­tute for pro­fes­sional med­ical advice, diag­no­sis, or treatment. You should con­sult a licensed physi­cian or appropriately credentialed health care worker in your com­mu­nity in all mat­ters relat­ing to your health. #grief #loneliness #insomnia #healing #evidencebasedmedicine #personalstory #losingalovedone

In this enlightening interview, Lindsay Dixon sits down with Dr. Karen Agro, a Canadian pharmacist, accomplished musician, and leading expert on the intersection of music and workplace productivity. Together, they explore how music influences the brain, releasing high-quality dopamine that fuels creativity, focus, and performance.

Join Dr. Ben Pinder and Lindsay Dixon for an in-depth discussion on pharmacogenomics, a leading field in precision medicine that uses your genetic profile to guide safer, more effective treatments. With 99% of people carrying genetic variations that impact how medications are metabolized, pharmacogenetic testing offers a vital tool to reduce adverse drug reactions and optimize health outcomes. Learn how personalized medicine is transforming healthcare and why understanding your DNA could be life-saving.

#Pharmacogenomics #PrecisionMedicine #healthcareinnovation #genetics #pharmacists

Join us for this eye-opening conversation with Dr. Dean Elbe as we discuss how medication and nutrition interact and why it matters and how drug nutrition interactions and polypharmacy can be a tricky combination. This discussion will be of interest to both healthcare professionals, like pharmacists, dieticians, and nurses, as well as health conscious members of the public who are interested in being proactive in their journey to preserving health and longevity.

In this clip from our Gut Health series, Dr. Peter Lin, MD explains the process of inflammation caused by inhalation of air pollution and wildfire smoke and what the short and long term effects of exposure to wildfire smoke can have on the body.

Join us for the final session of our Gut Logic Series, where we will delve into essential strategies to both support and nourish the vital ecosystem of our microbiome. Featuring important highlights from our top clinicians, this session will provide a comprehensive understanding of gut health and the role of the microbiome in our overall health and well-being.

Full Gut Health Series available for a limited time here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFhP_Yn_5xF0_bRDmaG_5qg

CHAPTERS:

00:00 Friendly Pharmacy 5 Gut Health Series

01:58 Fibre intake reduces risk for colon cancer

07:32 Probiotic interest growing

11:14 Probiotic official definition

17:54 AEProbio.com

27:41 IBS, FODMAP diet and gluten sensitivity

34:05 Peppermint Oil for IBS

40:36 Leaky Gut

49:54 Chronic Urinary tract infections and Probiotics

56:09 Respiratory infections and probiotics

01:06:42 Microplastics

01:17:58 GLP-1, weight loss, and gut health

01:21:08 COVID-19 and Gut Health01:25:46 Gut-Brain Axis

01:33:51 Dragana Skokvic-Sunjic, Clinical Guide to Probiotics

01:35:07 Graham Mackenzie PH.C

01:38:17 Oral Microbiome and mouthwash

01:44:12 Fermented foods

What are the best strategies for managing and potentially even reversing the progression of Type 2 Diabetes? Join Lindsay Dixon and Dr. Brendan Byrne in an in-depth discussion on reversing Type 2 Diabetes, reducing insulin resistance, and taking control of your health.

In this enlightening interview, you'll learn the mechanisms by which the body becomes insulin resistant, as well as proven strategies to improve blood sugar control and reverse type 2 diabetes through lifestyle changes and early intervention.

Discover the transformative power of infrared light, sunlight, and melatonin production for your health in this enlightening interview with Dr. Roger Seheult and Lindsay Dixon. Learn how these natural elements can boost energy levels, stimulate the mitochondria, improve overall well-being and even improve health outcomes in patients.

This is the Q&A portion of our session with Dr. Peter Lin MD CCFP as he shares the latest insights on the role of the microbiome in popular weight loss strategies, how microplastics found in arterial plaque can affect gut health, and how our experiences in early life shape our microbiome.

Join us for this engaging LIVE session dedicated specifically to women's health and the microbiome as our expert Dragana Skokovic-Sunjic, shares her knowledge on the evidence for the use of probiotics for specific health conditions affecting women. This session is sure to bring to light the evidence for or against the use of probiotics for specific women's health conditions in a fun an engaging way - this is information I guarantee you won't find elsewhere.

00:00 Gut Logic Book Club

04:10 Vitamin D and Breast Cancer 

10:04 Dragana Skokovic-Sunjic, Author and Menopause Practitioner

11:57 How can oral probiotics impact the vaginal microbiome?

13:32 Chronic UTI’s, probiotics, antibiotics, and vaginal estrogen

20:57 Are there any probiotic studies showing efficacy?

27:19 Probiotics for perimenopause changes, such as cramps or hormonal fluctuations

32:48 Do foods that contain probiotics provide an adequate amount to provide a health benefit?

36:37 Oral health and probiotics

39:41 How much does birth control help with perimenopause fluctuations?

42:48 HRT and Women’s Health Initiative study 

44:50 Advice for women navigating health issues

46:33 GLP-1 and the microbiome with Dr. Peter Lin

Dragana Skokovic-Sunjic is a Clinical Pharmacist and Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP)who practices in a primary care setting with Hamilton Family Health Team. In addition to her collaborative clinical practice, she is a leader in knowledge mobilization for probiotics worldwide.Translating scientific research in this field, she has authored the ‘Clinical Guide to Probiotic Products Available in Canada’ and the ‘Clinical Guide to Probiotic Products Available in the US’ since 2008. This practical clinical tool is peer-reviewed and updated annually to reflect the latest evidence. It includes the