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Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on May 9 and 10, 2020 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 immunity for those with heart health issues with Wayne Elliot, modern French cooking with Naomi Bussin, mindful navigation of challenging times with Tracy Soghrati and the natural treatment of memory loss with Dr. Emily Lipinski ND

We specifically discuss:

Immunity for Those With Heart Health Issues

* Heart disease correlation to Covid-19 mortality

* Lifestyle decisions

* Jim Strauss

* Blocked blood flow

* Kidney cleanse

* Growing your own food

* Iron Earth

Modern Approaches To French Cooking

* What is French food?

* Dinner in French, Melissa Clark

* Tarragon Mushroom Chicken, Roasted Tomatoes, etc.

* Baking Chez Moi, Dori Greenspan

* Tiger Cakes, Whoopie Pies

* Around My French Table, Dori Greenspan

* Roast Chicken, Glazed Duck Breast, Carrot Salad etc.

* My Paris Kitchen, David Lebovitz

Mindful Navigation of Challenging Times

* Lifestyle  – a little bit every day

* Acknowledging your vulnerability

* Disruption of routine

* Focus on what you can change

* Turning towards relationships that support you

* Turning away from toxic relationships

* Exercise, eating well, sleep

* Cognitive defusion

The Natural Treatment of Memory Loss

* What causes memory loss?

* What can we do to prevent Alzheimer’s Disease?

* Avoiding aluminum

* Neuroplasticity

* Lifestyle decisions

* Vitamin B12

* Vitamin B1

* Can medications impact memory?

* 1. Anti-anxiety drugs

2. Cholesterol drugs

3. Anti-seizure drugs

4. Antidepressant drugs

5. Narcotic painkillers

6. Parkinson’s drugs

7. Hypertension drugs

8. Sleeping aids

9. Incontinence drugs

10. Antihistamines

* Foods to support memory – Choline

* Foods to avoid

For more information about Wayne Elliot show sponsor Strauss go here.

To read Naomi Bussin’s articles in Tonic Magazine go here

To learn more about Tracey Soghrati go here.

To learn more about Dr. Emily Lipinski ND go here.

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Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on May 9 and 10, 2020 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 immunity for those with heart health issues with Wayne Elliot, modern French cooking with Naomi Bussin, mindful navigation of challenging times with Tracy Soghrati and the natural treatment of memory loss with Dr. Emily Lipinski ND

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on May 2 and 3, 2020 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 managing stress with Dr. Philip Rouchotas ND, the anti-viral properties of oil of oregano with Roger Baird, adopting pets during social isolation with Hannah Sotropa and whether now is the time for self-improvement with Rod MacDonald

We specifically discuss:

Managing Stress Naturally

* Adrenal fatigue

* Stress overlapping with depression

* Cortisol

* Diet and lifestyle strategy to deal with adrenal fatigue

* Sleep and Melatonin

* Meditation

* Exercise

* B Vitamins, Adaptogens

* Medicinal Mushrooms

The Anti-Viral Properties of Oil of Oregano

* Wild oil of oregano

* Ingesting oil of oregano

* What are the health benefits of oil of oregano?

* Dental care

* Pet use

Adopting Pets During Social Isolation

* What are the benefits of adopting a pet?

* What is the process of adopting a pet during Covid-19 social distancing?

* Motives for adopting a pet

* Pet adoption vs. pet fostering

* Considerations when adopting a pet

* If you’re interested in adopting or fostering a pet go here.

Is Now The Time for Self-Improvement?

* Is Covid-19 the right time to contemplate self-improvement?

* Self-awareness and carrying forward

* “Baby steps”

* Creating context

* Does worrying and stress impede personal growth?

* Steps to starting self-improvement

* Accountability and structure

For more information about show sponsor New Roots Herbal go here.

For more information about Dr. Philip Rouchotas go here.

To learn more about Roger Baird and Oil of Oregano go here.

To learn more about Toronto Humane Society go here.

To read articles written by Rod MacDonald in Tonic Magazine go here.

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Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on May 2 and 3, 2020 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 managing stress with Dr. Philip Rouchotas ND, the anti-viral properties of oil of oregano with Roger Baird, adopting pets during social isolation with Hannah Sotropa and whether now is the time for self-improvement with Rod MacDonald

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on April 25 and 26, 2020 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 bolstering your immunity with Joel Thuna, how to safely bring groceries into the home with Shauna Lindzon, the state of home care during Covid-19 with David Bernstein and personal training and fitness while social distancing with Ali Lubin

We specifically discuss:

Bolstering Your Immunity

* The immune system

* The skin, mucus membrane and white blood cells

* Blind spots in the system

* Hand washing…with soap

* A health diet

* Spices – turmeric, cinnamon, ginger

* Prebiotics and Probiotics

* Supplements – Vitamin C, Vitamin D and Zinc

* Lifestyle

* Daily detox

Bringing Groceries Into The Home

* Efficient grocery shopping

* Social distancing while shopping

* Washing food and washing your hands

* Cleaning supplies

Home Care During Covid-19

* The challenges of providing home care during Covid-19

* Increasing the length of shifts

* What happens if client or care giver has Covid-19?

* Supplies for care givers

* Do gloves help prevent the spread of Covid-19?

Personal Training and Fitness While Social Distancing

* Motivation to exercise

* Exercise and health

* Covid-19 and the fitness industry

* Maintaining the fitness community

* Personal trainers

* Maintaining fitness

* Starting fitness

For more information about show sponsor Pure-Le Natural go here.

To read articles by Joel Thuna in Tonic Magazine go here.

To learn more about Shauna Lindzon go here

To learn more about David Bernstein go here

To learn more about Ali Lubin go here

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Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on April 25 and 26, 2020 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 bolstering your immunity with Joel Thuna, how to safely bring groceries into the home with Shauna Lindzon, the state of home care during Covid-19 with David Bernstein and personal training and fitness while social distancing with Ali Lubin

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on April 18 and 19 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'll discuss how your immunity system works with Dr. Gordon Chang, maintaining relationships during social isolation with Carlyle Jansen

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on April 18 and 19 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’ll discuss how your immunity system works with Dr. Gordon Chang, maintaining relationships during social isolation with Carlyle Jansen,

We specifically discuss:

How Does the Immune System Work?

* There is no known proven cure for Covid-19 (yet)

* Boosting the immune system

* White blood cells

* Non-specific antibodies

* How do vaccines work?

* Inflammation

* Mast cells

* Herbal immune boosters

* Lifestyle

Maintaining Relationships During Social Isolation

* Downtime and space

* Separation and togetherness

* Communication

* Setting aside time to talk

* Physical connections during social distancing

* Sexual relationships for singles (during Covid-19)

Fighting Stress Nutritionally

* Emotional eating and the loss of control

* Supporting gut health with fermented foods

* Creating your own fermented foods

* Sourdough starters

* Yogurt

* Foods that don’t support gut health: alcohol and sugar

* Growing your own food

* Sprouting

Dental Care During Covid-19

* What do you do if you have a dental emergency?

* Are there dental offices open during Covid-19 in Toronto?

* The Royal College of Dentists contact

* What qualifies as a dental emergency?

* Teledentistry

* Phone prescriptions and proper dosage

* Managing anxiety

For more information about show sponsor OmegaAlpha and Dr. Gordon Chang go here.

To read Carlyle Jansen’s articles in Tonic Magazine go here.

To read Megan Horsley’s articles in Tonic Magazine go here

To learn more about Dr. Steve Colomby go here.

 

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Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on April 11 and 12, 2020 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 how to avoid viral and bacterial infections with Dr. Philip Rouchotas ND, how to “MacGyver” a home gym with Dr. Stacy Irvine, how to create a “Dine Out” experience at home with Carolyn Tanner Cohen and creating and maintaining social connections with Jodi Fischtein

We specifically discuss:

Avoiding Viral and Bacterial Infections

* Awareness, Avoidance, Action

* Seasonal Influenza – viral infections

* Vitamin D

* Probiotics

* Lifestyle: Nutrition, Sleep, Exercise

* Underlying conditions: Immune compromised

* Green Tea

“MacGyver” Your Own Home Gym

* The importance of exercise

* Social media tools

* Higher incidence of injuries

* The proper space

* Floors and Mirrors

* MacGyvering the equipment

Create a “Dine Out” Experience At Home

* Take in from a restaurant

* The ambiance and mood

* Drinking and Cannabis at home

* Turn off the electronic devices

* The virtual pot-luck dinner

* Food presentation

* (Healthy) Sauces

Creating and Maintaining Social Connections Through Yoga

* Being part of something

* Activity clearing the mind

* Yoga tools

* Meditation and mindfulness

* Introverts and extroverts

* Online yoga classes and guided meditations

* The language of yoga

For more information about show sponsor New Roots Herbal go here.

For more information about Dr. Philip Rouchotas go here.

To learn more about Dr. Stacy Irvine go here.

To learn more about Carolyn Tanner Cohen go here.

To read articles written by Jodi Fischtein in Tonic Magazine go here.

 

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Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on April 11 and 12, 2020 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 how to avoid viral and bacterial infections with Dr. Philip Rouchotas ND, how to "MacGyver" a home gym with Dr. Stacy Irvine, how to create a "Dine Out" experience at home with Carolyn Tanner Cohen and creating and maintaining social connections with Jodi Fischtein